Which statement is true about hiv? hiv is an example of a virus that your body can overcome. antiviral drugs can speed up your recovery. hiv is an example of a virus that may be dormant in your body for years. your body cannot overcome hiv but antivirals can slow the progression of the disease. hiv is an infectious parasite that gets into your body and slowly destroys your immune system. it may take years but eventually hiv will severely damage your immune system to the point that you cannot fight off infection. hiv is a type of bacterial illness that is resistant to all available kinds of antibiotics. it may take up to ten years to exhibit symptoms, but your body will not be able to overcome this infection.