Jimma University College of Public Health and Medical Sciences, Department of Health Education and Behavioral Science,,
Jimma, oromia 378
Ethiopia
Research Article
Skin Manifestation among HIV Patients and Its Correlation with CD4 Count and WHO Clinical Staging in Jimma University Specialized Hospital, Southwest Ethiopia
Author(s): Abraham Tamirat Gizaw and Meron AgezeAbraham Tamirat Gizaw and Meron Ageze
Background: More than 90% of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV+) infected patients develop skin lesions at some time throughout the course of the disease. Several skin diseases have proved to be sensitive and useful indicators of progression of HIV+ infection. Although these conditions may be seen in general healthy population, their occurrence in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome is often atypical, more severe and explosive. Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the magnitude and prevalence of skin manifestation among HIV patients in JUSH ART Clinic. Methods: A retrospective study was conducted among HIV patients in JUSH ART Clinic using a structured data collection format and the data was collected from patient’s record (card) and was analyzed by using SPSS version 20. The result was presented using numbers, ratios and tables. Results: Of 268 HIV/AIDS.. Read More»
DOI:
10.4172/2155-6113.1000657
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