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-decreased levels of certain immune cells

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AIDS is a condition that occurs due to the decreased levels of certain immune cells, specifically CD4+ T lymphocytes.

Answer: J
 Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the female reproductive organs that can cause a decrease in certain immune cells as a result of the infection.

Answer: E
 Gardasil is a vaccine that helps prevent infection by certain strains of human papillomavirus (HPV), which is oncogenic and can lead to decreased immune cell levels.

Answer: I
 Herpes simplex is a viral infection that can cause a decrease in certain immune cells during an outbreak.

Answer: A, G
 Bacterial vaginosis and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can cause a decrease in certain immune cells as a result of the infection.

Answer: H
 Nonoxynol-9 is a type of spermicide that may cause irritation and inflammation, leading to a decrease in certain immune cells.

Note: Choice C (chancroid) is not associated with a decrease in certain immune cells.

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