Persons with HIV or AIDS - Alcohol and Drug Rehab Facilities - North Augusta, SC.

For people with HIV/AIDS who also battle with addiction, their prior chronic medical condition is something that will need to be acknowledged and adequately addressed at the same time they receive treatment for their alcohol or drug addiction. Getting and keeping this client in rehab is not only essential for their well-being, 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 drug or alcohol problem continue.

Often, individuals who battle with both HIV/AIDS and addiction concurrently may have let their bodies fall apart due to the lack of care most people with addictions give themselves even when they don't have HIV or AIDS. Many quit taking their medicine, don't go to the Doctor, etc. and may require serious medical intervention once they receive drug rehab. Aside from rehabilitation for their addiction, in a rehab facility which provides treatment for individuals with HIV or AIDS, they will get a medical evaluation to see whether they have any other problems associated with their diagnosis. This would include screening for tuberculosis, Hepatitis A, B, and C, diabetes, dental issues, other STDs and mental health disorders.

Addiction rehabilitation for individuals with HIV/AIDS in North Augusta would include detoxification services which are safely conducted 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 sober and healthier, and attending recovery meetings where other persons have the same goal is recommended.

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