What is another word for slow virus?
Pronunciation: [slˈə͡ʊ vˈa͡ɪɹəs] (IPA) 
The term "slow virus" was historically used to describe viruses that cause chronic, progressive diseases with long incubation periods. However, with advancements in virology, the term has become outdated and less commonly used. Synonyms that are currently used to describe these types of viruses include "persistent viruses," which refers to viruses that continually replicate in the host over a prolonged period, and "latent viruses," which remain inactive within the host until reactivation occurs. Another term that is used in the context of prion diseases, which have similar characteristics to slow viruses, is "transmissible spongiform encephalopathies." It is important to note that these terms are not interchangeable and are specific to certain types of viruses.
