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Scholars Journal of Dental Sciences | Volume-9 | Issue-10
Oral Status of People Living with HIV on Antiretroviral Treatment in the Urban Area of Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Attogbain Patrice Kouame, Dr. Palakina Agoda, Winga Foma, Marcellin Aye, Daniel Amantchi, Vazoumana Kouyate, Koboh Sylvie Atse-N'guessan, Reine Fleur Ossey, Marc Koffi
Published: Nov. 14, 2022 |
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DOI: 10.36347/sjds.2022.v09i10.001
Pages: 182-185
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Abstract
The oral cavity is the medium of prediction of the onset of the first pathologies in people living with HIV/AIDS (PHAs). These pathologies are known as HIV/AIDS markers. According to various authors, they persist despite antiretroviral (ARV) treatment (ART). The objective of this study was to assess the oral status of PHAs on ARVs in order to contribute to their management. It has identified several oral pathologies including HIV/AIDS marker pathologies. It shows that these marker pathologies are present at a rate of 58% in patients on ARVs. The most persistent are gingival linear erythema and oral candidiasis. It is therefore essential to include dentistry practitioners in the multidisciplinary PHA management team in order to improve the quality of life of these patients.