TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2010//
TI  - Quality of life in HIV/AIDS
JO  - Indian journal of sexually transmitted diseases
A1  - Basavaraj, K.H.
A1  - Navya, M.A.
A1  - Rashmi, R.
SP  - 75
EP  - 80
VL  - 31
IS  - 2
N2  - Given the longevity achievable with current prophylactic and therapeutic strategies for persons with HIV infection, quality of life (QOL) has emerged as a significant medical outcome measure, and its enhancement has an important goal. This review highlights the relevance and complexity of physical, psychological, and social factors as determinants of health-related quality of life in HIV-infected persons. Existing data suggest that physical manifestations, antiretroviral therapy, psychological well-being, social support systems, coping strategies, spiritual well-being, and psychiatric comorbidities are important predictors of QOL in this population. Consequently, the impact of HIV infection on the dimensions of QOL, including physical and emotional well-being, social support systems, and life roles, has emerged as a key issue for persons infected with HIV.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0253-7184
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/0253-7184.74971
ID  - ref1
ER  -