Persons with HIV or AIDS - Drug and Alcohol Treatment Centers - Galion, OH.

For people with HIV or AIDS who also battle with addiction, their pre-existing chronic medical condition is something that will need to be acknowledged and adequately addressed at the same time they receive rehab for their addiction. Getting and keeping this client in recovery is not only crucial for their safety, but for the safety of the general public due to the fact they are likely to spread their disease to others in the case their substance abuse problem continue.

In many cases, people who battle with both HIV/AIDS and addiction concurrently have let their bodies fall apart because of the lack of care most people with addictions give themselves even when they don't have HIV or AIDS. Many stop taking their medicine, don't go to the Doctor, etc. and may urgently need serious medical intervention once they do reach drug or alcohol addiction treatment. Aside from rehabilitation for their alcohol or drug addiction, in a rehabilitation facility which provides treatment for individuals with HIV or AIDS, they will receive a medical exam to determine if they are experiencing any other illnesses associated with their diagnosis. This would include checking for Hepatitis A, B, and C, tuberculosis, other sexually transmitted diseases, dental issues, diabetes and mental health disorders.

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

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