AIDS or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome is chronic and often a fatal illness caused by HIV. It is an illness that attacks the white blood cells of the body and weakens the immune system. Many people who have HIV never develop AIDS and a large amount of progress has been made recently to improve the odds. HIV is usually contracted through sexual contact and can also be got from blood to blood contact or sharing needles.

There have been a lot of developments in the allopathic medicines available to help the condition. However none of these will cure the illness and may have significant side effects. Alternative therapies can be used alongside the conventional medicine to help reduce both symptoms and side effects of the medication. In addition due to the weakened immune system people may be susceptible to other infections so using therapies to keep stress levels low can really help.

Some of the therapies that can be of benefit include taking vitamins and minerals to restock the body with valuable nutrients. A number of herbal remedies could also be very useful in relieving symptoms. Other therapies to consider are homeopathy, acupuncture and various forms of massage.