%0 Journal Article
%T Quality of life in HIV/AIDS
%A Basavaraj K
%A Navya M
%A Rashmi R
%J Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
%D 2010
%I Medknow Publications
%X 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.
%K AIDS
%K antiretroviral therapy
%K anxiety
%K coping
%K depression
%K HIV
%K psychosocial
%K quality of life
%K social support
%U http://www.ijstd.org/article.asp?issn=0253-7184;year=2010;volume=31;issue=2;spage=75;epage=80;aulast=Basavaraj