| Autor: |
Patel, Jaiminkumar P., Sheth, Moin, Panchal, Manisha, Joshi, Rathin C., Desai, Jeet N., Bhatt, Bharat |
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National Journal of Physiology, Pharmacy & Pharmacology; 2023, Vol. 13 Issue 12, p2535-2539, 5p |
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This article examines the occurrence of depression among tuberculosis (TB) patients at a DOTS center in Western Gujarat, India. The study reveals that over half of the patients (51.9%) displayed signs of depression, with 9.6% experiencing severe depression. Risk factors for depression among TB patients include being male, unemployed, newly diagnosed with TB, and having a history of tobacco use. The study emphasizes the significance of identifying and addressing psychological issues in TB patients to enhance treatment adherence and outcomes. [Extracted from the article] |
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Complementary Index |
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