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Patients' stated reasons for discontinuing treatment
| Reason | n | % |
|---|---|---|
| Relocated, did not re-start treatment in new location | 18 | 26 |
| Traditional medicine, religious beliefs, religious training | 11 | 16 |
| Fear of disclosure or other family barriers | 9 | 13 |
| Conflict with employment obligations | 7 | 10 |
| Undergoing TB treatment | 6 | 9 |
| Cost of transport | 6 | 9 |
| Side effects | 3 | 4 |
| Too ill to visit clinic | 1 | 1 |
| Believed ART would prevent pregnancy | 1 | 1 |
| No reason provided | 8 | 11 |
ART, antiretroviral therapy.
