Management of Psychiatric Disorders in HIV-Infected Patients

  • Author: Glenn J. Treisman, MD, PhD (More Info)
  • Editors in Chief: Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD; Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD
  • Last Reviewed: 4/1/16 (What's New)

Summary

  • Psychiatric disorders are present at an increased prevalence in patients with HIV infection[Blank 2002; Himelhoch 2007; Kalichman 1997; Kelly 1993]
  • Primary care physicians must remain vigilant in monitoring for signs and symptoms of psychiatric illness in patients with HIV infection
  • Many conditions require expert diagnosis and treatment

Action required

Keywords: Primary Care Considerations, Psychiatric Disorders, Special Populations

©2018 Clinical Care Options, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The materials published via inPractice® reflect the views of the reviewers or authors of the material, not those of Clinical Care Options, LLC, the accredited provider, or the companies providing educational grants. The materials may discuss uses and dosages for therapeutic products that have not been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration. A qualified healthcare professional should be consulted before using any therapeutic product discussed. Readers should verify all information and data before treating patients or using any therapies described in these materials.