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> Given that the endogenous production of retrocyclins could also be restored in human cervicovaginal tissues, we propose that aminoglycoside-based topical microbicides might be useful in preventing sexual transmission of HIV-1.

That's a long long way from the sensationalist tone of the terrible linked article. We already have the above. (Condoms.)



And just like we have spermicide to go with condoms today, we might have aminoglycoside-based topical microbicides to go with condoms tomorrow.


Considering that the population most at risk for HIV/AIDS might be unwilling or unable to use condoms (sex workers), having more mechanisms for preventing the disease is a Good Thing.




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