ArticleHIV/AIDS (Auckland, N.Z.)2022
Experiences of Antiretroviral Therapy Initiation Among HIV-Positive Adults in Ethiopia: A Descriptive Phenomenological Design.
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- Lived experiences of adults living With HIV/AIDS receiving antiretroviral therapy at werabe comprehensive specialized hospital in Silte zone, Ethiopia.Frontiers in reproductive health · 2025Article
- Perceptions toward antiretroviral therapy and delayed ART initiation among people living with HIV in Changsha, China: mediating effects of treatment willingness.Frontiers in public health · 2023Article
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Abstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to explore and describe the lived experiences of HIV-positive adults on antiretroviral therapy (ART) initiation in West Shoa Zone, Ethiopia. Materials and Methods: A descriptive phenomenological design was utilized in the study to gain insight into participants' lived experiences regarding ART initiation in West Shoa Zone, Ethiopia. Data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews and analyzed by means of thematic analysis. Results: The study found that spousal influence, denial of status, inconsistent ART initiation protocol, poverty, fear of side effects, religion and shortages of staff were factors that caused delayed ART initiation. A low CD4 count, the development of opportunistic infections and the prevention of future illness were factors that promoted ART initiation. Conclusion: This study provides an overview of experiences of adults living with HIV regarding ART initiation. The study emphasizes the need to improve adequate provision of resources to address issues related to finance, human capital, guidelines and inequity to enhance early ART initiation among HIV-positive adults in West Shoa Zone. The study findings have implications for policy implementation, ART service delivery, and the enhancement of prompt ART initiation in the study settings.
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