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Tuberculosis and stigma: Break the silence…
V K Arora1, K K Chopra2, Sanjay Rajpal2
1TB Association of India, 3 Red Cross Rd, Gokul Nagar, Sansad Marg Area, New Delhi, 110001, India.
Abstract:
Stigma associated with tuberculosis (TB) and other diseases can have severe consequences on patient care and treatment outcomes. It is closely linked to social behaviour and deep rooted taboos.Stigma reduces trust in caregivers, leading to less attention to doctor's advice, lack of follow-up and poor adherence to treatment. To avoid facing stigma, patients may ignore treatment recommendations, ultimately creating problems in managing their disease. Stigma is a significant factor in delaying or avoiding treatment, not only in TB but also in mental illness, anxiety, depression, as it affects approximately 40% of cases.
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