Persons with HIV or AIDS - Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities - Douds, IA.

For people with HIV or AIDS who also struggle with addiction, their prior chronic medical condition is something that will need to be recognized and addressed simultaneously while they receive rehabilitation for their drug or alcohol addiction. Keeping this client in treatment is not only imperative for their well-being, but for the safety of the public due to the fact they are likely to spread their disease to others in the case their drug problem continue or worsen.

Often, individuals who battle with both issues concurrently may have let their bodies decline due to the lack of care most people with addictions give themselves even when they don't have HIV or AIDS. Many stop taking their medication, stop seeking medical care, etc. and may require serious medical intervention once they do get substance abuse rehabilitation. Aside from treatment for their drug or alcohol problem, in a rehab center that provides treatment for people with HIV or AIDS, they will receive a medical assessment to see whether they are experiencing any other problems associated with their disease. This would include checking for tuberculosis, Hepatitis A, B, and C, other sexually transmitted diseases, dental issues, diabetes and mental health disorders.

Drug or alcohol abuse treatment for individuals with HIV/AIDS in Douds would include detoxification services that are responsibly handled with both the patient and the rehab staff in mind. Through holistic services, psychotherapy and counseling people with HIV or AIDS become motivated to be healthier, sober, and happier, and attending self-help groups where other individuals have the same goal is encouraged.

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