Question
How do I explain my hallucinations to my family when I have not disclosed?
27 June 2006. Related: All topics, Side effects.
Answer
It would be better to try to deal with the hallucinations first. Are you taking efavirenz? If so, it sounds like your doctor should change this for another drug as it sounds like the side effects are too strong. It is easy to switch to another treatment, and then you can take more time deciding how to talk to your family about HIV. Hallucinations are not a normal part of life. You need to speak to someone about this.
(Adapted from a question from the i-Base Q&A pages of the African Eye a new treatment publication for African communities affected by HIV who are living in the UK)
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