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Introduction
| Last updated: 19.05.05 |
Adherence is the most important factor in the success of your anti-HIV treatments. This booklet explains why adherence is important and provides some hints on actions you could take to improve your adherence. A summary can be found on page 32 and a glossary of words used on page 33. This booklet is not intended to replace discussion with your doctor. However, it may help you to decide what questions to ask your doctor about any course of treatment you may be considering.
aknowledgements
Written by Michael Carter.
Second edition 2004, reprinted with corrections 2005.
NAM is grateful to the funders of this booklet series:
NHS London HIV Consortium, Department of Health, NHS South West London HIV & GUM Commissioning Consortium, Derek Butler Trust and Healthsure Charitable Trust.
Thanks for the assistance of:
Dr Fiona Boag,
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London
Dr Ray Brettle,
Western General Hospital, Edinburgh
Dr Martin Fisher,
Royal Sussex Infirmary, Brighton
Roy Kilpatrick,
Scottish Voluntary HIV and AIDS Forum
Dr Ian Williams,
University College London Medical School, London