1. Stigma experienced by the patient
● Being diagnosed with HIV, since it is colloquially known to be sexually
transmitted, was highly stigmatized. However, the patients have contracted the
diseases in extreme circumstances. The male was transfused with HIV-positive
blood after an unfortunate accident while the woman entered and consummated
a marriage without complete knowledge of her partner's medical history.
1. Do you agree with the Physician's way of matching her patients for Love?
● Yes, I believe the condition also creates a bond between these people. When the
couple in the documentary expressed how they'll be reminding each other of their
medication, we can see that affection and care are present in many forms.
Moreover, the doctor merely introduced them to each other, and as she said, it is
the man's responsibility to mail, message, and reach out to the woman. It also
pairs them in their disease progression wherein the couple both empower each
other to reach a greater sense of
1. What would you suggest to reduce the stigmatization of her patient?
● Stigmatization is primarily due to a lack of information. Education proves to be
the cornerstone in reducing stigma, not only in HIV but as well a variety of
assumptions in our society today. Knowledge regarding disease etiology and
physiology will prove fruitful in creating an enlightened and supportive community
towards people with HIV. Because misinformation not only creates shame among
patients, it also produces poorer patient outcomes. More people are adamant
about undergoing consultation or following through with their treatment due to the
societal perception of the disease. The wider the illness will spread and cause
mismanagement. Educate people that HIV patients are people with intrinsic
value, and whichever way they contracted their condition, it does not define
them.
1. How can the government, medical community, and society prevent social discrimination
and stigmatization in the said medical condition?
● I believe it starts with the willingness to understand the condition. Government
agencies can create health promotions, fact-checked by medical practitioners, to
educate and inform the people. The government can conduct an HIV awareness
month or widespread HIV test drives. They can also utilize current projects such
as blood donation drives to educate patients; since blood transfusion or needles
can transmit HIV. Dentists can advise their patients that open wounds like
bleeding gums are opportunities to get HIV. They may further educate and
encourage them to get themselves tested. Doctors can also urge their sexually
active patients to get themselves tested. Finally, society as a whole should create
an atmosphere of respect. Diseases and conditions do not define people.
Educate and allow to be educated.