Correct option is B
Ans (b)
Sol.Weight loss is an early sign of AIDS, often referred to as HIV wasting syndrome.
· (a) Fever – Incorrect, as fever is a common symptom but is not necessarily the first to appear.
· (b) Weight loss – Correct, as progressive and unexplained weight loss is an early sign of immune system deterioration in HIV/AIDS.
· (c) Joint pain – Incorrect, as it may occur in later stages due to opportunistic infections but not an early symptom.
· (d) Skin rash – Incorrect, as HIV rash occurs later in the infection rather than as an early symptom.