Can HIV attach itself to a muscle cell or a skin cell?

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HIV primarily targets the immune system by infecting CD4 cells, which are crucial for immune response. While the virus does not directly attach to muscle or skin cells, it can affect these cells indirectly through its impact on the immune system. The discussion also touches on the misconception that casual contact, like shaking hands, can transmit HIV, emphasizing the importance of understanding binding sites for the virus. Overall, HIV's mechanism of infection is specific to immune cells, which is why non-immune cells are not directly affected. Understanding these dynamics is essential for grasping how HIV spreads and affects the body.
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1. Can HIV attach itself to a muscle cell or a skin cell?

It seems that HIV attacks the immune system mainly by damaging the CD4 (also known as T4 or T-helper) cells which help the body fight off diseases.

But I don't think that is the correct answer to this question. Theoretically wouldn't it attack a muscle cell or skin cell indirectly?

Thanks for your time
 
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Also, Why is it that you cannot get aids by shaking hands? (Using information about binding sites) Thanks
 
nvm i found the answer :) Thanks.
 
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