Anti-retroviral (ARV) drugs are medications used for the treatment of diseases caused by retroviruses, primarily HIV. HIV/AIDS is a condition in human in which the immune system starts to fail, resulting to life threatening opportunistic infections. This study investigated the ef...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2025/v17i1432
Background: Occult hepatitis B infection (OBI) has become a significant health concern, especially among individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Determining the prevalence of OBI among this population is crucial for informing targeted screening and intervention strategies. This study a...
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2024/v18i12407
The prevalence of HBV infection amongst HIV-positive and HIV-negative children was assessed. A total of 322 study samples were collected from discarded residual blood spot samples following routine diagnosis of HIV in children. Statistical differences in the prevalence of HBV bet...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2024/v13i2177
Introduction: Human immunodeficiency virus/Acquire immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is one of the major health problems in developing countries. It is pandemic and has caused a resurgence of pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB), resulting in increased morbidity and mortality. Aims: T...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2024/v36i65467
Mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV/AIDS remains a significant public health challenge in Nigeria. This review aimed to identify and understand key factors promoting MTCT and assess the effectiveness of current prevention interventions. A systematic literature search was c...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i5344
Missed grounded analysis of Human Immune Deficiency Virus/ Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Analysis (HIV/AIDS) at the grassroots level has led to the persistence of the pandemic in rural areas. This pseudo-experimental study aimed to explore the potentiality of Visual Problem...
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Research Article10.9734/ajaees/2024/v42i42394
Yumba Numbi Georges, Matanda Kapend Serge, Sarr Catherine, Kamalo Mwad Kon Berthe, Kisoka Kimbungu Thierry, Ndua Tshijik Jenny, Mutombo Tshibang Patrick, Bakona Ilunga Dubois, Kapend A Kalal Lievin & Mwamba Mulumba Claude·Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases·2024
Aims: The aim of the present study was to determine the level of adherence and the factors associated with good adherence to antiretroviral treatment (ART) among people living with HIV (PLHIV). Study Design: Cross Sectional Study. Place and Duration of Study: Internal medicine d...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i2326
Background: People who are living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) often face numerous mental health challenges, such as depression and anxiety disorders. The objective of this scoping review was to systematically analyse and synthesise the existing literature on mental health interventions...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i3987
Introduction: Neurological manifestations associated with HIV are frequent, with variable clinical signs. The aim of our study was to characterize the epidemiological, clinical, paraclinical, therapeutic, evolutionary and prognostic aspects of neurological disorders in HIV. Meth...
Introduction: Young people in Nigeria constitute an important group due to their vulnerability and sexual inexperience and there are still relatively high levels of misconceptions and stigma. This study was therefore carried out to investigate effect of health education on stigma...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2023/v12i2161
Background: Countries are making progress towards the global goal of 90% of people with HIV knowing their status by 2020 and 95% by 2030. In 2019 about 19% of all those living with HIV worldwide were undiagnosed. The study sought to assess the knowledge of HIV status and preferre...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrid/2023/v14i4302
R. A. Oladigbolu, D. Akpenna, C. Immanuel, E. Okwor, C. Ekeh, O. A. Akinjeji, P. Anyanwu, G. B. Obasa, F. I. Abbah, V. N. Nnanna, D. Iniama, P. Abah, C. Majekodunmi & Afamefune H. Nwafejeokwu·International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health·2023
Background: Globally the benefits of undetectable viremia in preventing the transmission of HIV/AIDS have been established. Objective: The study aimed to assess the prevalence and determinants of undetectable viral load amongst HIV/AIDS clients receiving care and treatment in RIS...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2023/v44i151458
Background: Index case HIV/AIDS testing is a useful approach for addressing and enhancing the efficiency and yield of testing in high-risk populations among the high-risk groups for contracting HIV/AIDS partners and relatives of those existing with the disease. Objective: The re...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2023/v44i131451
Aim: The aim of this study is to investigate self esteem, depression and life satisfaction in a sample of HIV patients receiving highly active anti retroviral therapy (HAART) attending a Nigerian tertiary health institution. Study Design: The descriptive cross sectional study des...
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Research Article10.9734/indj/2023/v19i3373
Background: The incidence of erectile dysfunction among men with HIV/AIDS is twice compared with the general population and this remains a major concern because of its negative impact on the quality of life of sufferers. While researchers have documented varying prevalence rates...
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Research Article10.9734/ijtdh/2023/v44i31391