Table 2 Topic guide for carer participants
Topic | Subtopics |
|---|---|
Questions exploring personal factors | â–ª Knowledge about leprosy and treatment â–ª Beliefs about leprosy transmission and cure â–ª Experiences of patient restarting treatment â–ª Importance of health â–ª Leprosy manifestations in the patient â–ª Medication side effects and coping mechanisms â–ª Medication compliance â–ª Psychological impact on self and carer |
Questions exploring external factors | â–ª Experiences of carer role â–ª Employment and future aspirations â–ª Access to healthcare â–ª Importance of HCP â–ª Contact tracing |
Questions exploring support network | â–ª Sharing diagnosis with community â–ª Stigma â–ª Family and social circle â–ª Religion |