Facilitators and Barriers Affecting Adherence Among People Living With HIV/AIDS: A Qualitative Perspective.

ABSTRACT:

Background

It is widely accepted that for HIV-positive persons on highly active antiretroviral treatment, high levels of adherence to treatment regimens are essential for promoting viral suppression and preventing drug resistance.

Objectives

This qualitative study examines factors affecting the adherence to HIV/AIDS treatment among patients with HIV/AIDS at a local hospital in Malaysia.

Methods

The data from purposefully selected patients were collected by in-depth interviews using a pretested interview guide. Saturation was reached at the 13th interview. All interviews were audio-taped and transcribed verbatim for analysis using thematic content analysis.

Results

Fear and stigma of perceived negative image of HIV diagnosis, lack of disease understating, poor s

SUBMITTER: Ahmed SI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6572934 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature