Table 2 Reasons for stopping ART, if ever took ART (N = 504)
% | |
|---|---|
Did not want medication side effects | 54.6 |
Switched to other HIV medications | 45.7 |
Decided to stop because CD4 and viral load numbers have been good | 39.3 |
Were on too many medications | 36.9 |
Changed doctors or clinics | 29.8 |
The HIV medication(s) initially worked, but then stopped working | 25.5 |
Disclosure concern (did not want anyone to find out that about HIV positive status) | 24.2 |
Prefer alternative treatments | 19.0 |
The HIV medications(s) did not work | 18.5 |
Doctor told you to stop | 9.9 |
Could not afford the HIV medication(s) | 7.2 |
Believed you have been cured of HIV | 7.1 |
Partner or friends suggested you stop taking HIV medication(s) | 7.0 |