Risky Sexual Practices Among HIV-Positive Patients in Ethiopia
Author Information
Author(s): Dessie Yadeta, Gerbaba Mulusew, Bedru Abdo, Davey Gail
Primary Institution: Haramaya University, Jimma University, Addis Ababa University
Hypothesis
What factors are associated with risky sexual practices among HIV-positive ART attendees in Addis Ababa?
Conclusion
A significant number of HIV-positive individuals continue to engage in unprotected sex, which poses risks of re-infection and transmission.
Supporting Evidence
- 36.9% of respondents reported engaging in unprotected sex in the past three months.
- Factors associated with risky sexual practices included lack of discussion about condom use and low self-efficacy in using condoms.
- Those with a negative sero-status partner were less likely to engage in unprotected sex.
Takeaway
Many people with HIV in Ethiopia are not using condoms, which can lead to spreading the virus or getting new infections.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study using questionnaire-based face-to-face interviews.
Potential Biases
Potential social desirability bias may affect the accuracy of self-reported sexual behaviors.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits causal inference, and social desirability bias may have led to underreporting of risky behaviors.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 601 HIV-positive ART attendees, with a mean age of 33.4 years, predominantly female (55.1%), and mostly Orthodox Christians (69.7%).
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 4.14, 12.63
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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