In vivo Histological sections of the macula

Introduction: AIDS is one of the most destructive pandemics in recorded history. The burden of mental health problems is rapidly increasing and it is experienced more by the PLHAs. Depression is among the major contributors towards this morbidity. beach house It is also significantly associated with the practice of high risk behaviour like intravenous drug abuse, needle sharing, to have sex when high on alcohol or drugs and reduced adherence to medication. Objective: To determine prevalence of depression in PLHAs and to give suitable recommendations based on the study findings. Methodology: The cross-sectional study was done in a tertiary level hospital setting with patients who were enrolled with the hospital for treatment of AIDS. An interviewer administered questionnaire was used to collect the data and DSM IV criteria for depression was used to diagnose major depressive episode. Statistical analysis was done using Epi.Info beach house 7.1.2. Results: The prevalence of depression in the study subjects was found to be 14.28%. The association of depression with substance abuse was found to be statistically significant (p=0.02). However, the association of depression with gender was not found to be statistically significant (p=0.11). Conclusion: Depression is a significant co-morbidity beach house in AIDS patients. Efforts should be targeted towards early identification and prompt treatment of depression to improve the outcome of the patients.
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