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Complementary therapy use among HIV-infected patients.

B R Bates1, P Kissinger, R E Bessinger

  • 1School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, USA.

AIDS Patient Care and Stds
|February 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Complementary therapy use among HIV patients varied by race and gender, with specific therapies and information sources differing significantly. Understanding these patterns is crucial for healthcare providers.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine
  • HIV/AIDS Research

Background:

  • Complementary therapies are increasingly used by patients with chronic conditions, including HIV/AIDS.
  • Understanding the demographics and information-seeking behaviors related to complementary therapy use in HIV-positive populations is essential for integrated care.
  • Previous research has not fully elucidated the specific factors influencing complementary therapy choices and information sources within this demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate factors associated with complementary therapy use among HIV-positive patients.
  • To identify the types of complementary therapies utilized by this population.
  • To determine the primary sources of information about complementary therapies for HIV-positive patients.

Main Methods:

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  • A convenience sample of 287 HIV-positive patients from a New Orleans public HIV outpatient clinic participated.
  • Anonymous, self-administered questionnaires were used to collect data on complementary therapy use, types, and information sources.
  • Statistical analysis, including odds ratios (O.R.), was employed to identify associated factors.

Main Results:

  • Overall complementary therapy use was 31%. Key predictors included being white (O.R., 2.5), female (O.R. 3.3), a high school graduate (O.R. 2.9), and knowing another user (O.R. 7.8).
  • Specific therapy preferences varied by race and gender: men and whites favored vitamins/minerals, imagery/meditation, and dietary regimens, while nonwhites and women preferred spiritual healing.
  • Information sources also differed, with men and whites more likely to use HIV organizations, friends, and media, whereas women frequently cited healthcare providers.

Conclusions:

  • Complementary therapy use, types, and information sources among HIV-infected individuals are significantly influenced by race and gender.
  • Healthcare providers should be educated on complementary therapies to better advise HIV-positive patients and acknowledge their self-treatment practices.
  • Tailored communication strategies are needed to address the diverse needs and information-seeking behaviors of HIV patients regarding complementary therapies.