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The testing protocols for HIV and AIDS also warrant significant scrutiny. The reliance on potentially inaccurate rapid testing methods has led to an exaggeration of HIV cases in various contexts, particularly in under-resourced regions. This inconsistency raises ethical concerns, particularly regarding mandatory testing measures that can lead to distress and stigmatization without definitive diagnoses.
The treatment landscape is equally controversial. AIDS medications, while saving lives, come with dire side effects and long-term health implications. Critics argue some treatments may lead to conditions that mimic AIDS itself, rather than providing a holistic solution to those living with HIV.