HIV Social Stigma in China | Medical Algorithm

Are you evaluating someone who lives in a culture that stigmatizes HIV or other sexually transmitted disease?

Yes

Does the person avoid anyone who is infected or who might be infected?

Yes

Does the person want to know more about the diseases?

Yes

Does the person want to be tested for these diseases?

Yes

Does the person avoid health care professionals handling these conditions?

Yes

Does the person conform to social norms in public?

Yes

Would the person be embarrassed and ashamed if diagnosed with one of these disorders?

Yes

Does the patient try to conceal any behaviors or physical changes indicative of these disorders?

Yes

Stigma in China Associated with HIV or Sexually Transmitted Disease