Adherence to Treatment One of the significant challenges is ensuring patient adherence to long-term treatment plans. Non-adherence can lead to relapse, drug resistance, and poor health outcomes. Education and support systems are essential to improve adherence.
Side Effects Long-term use of medications can lead to side effects that may discourage patients from continuing their treatment. Monitoring and managing these side effects are crucial for the success of maintenance therapy.
Cost and Accessibility The cost of ongoing treatment can be prohibitive for many patients. Ensuring affordable access to essential medications and therapies is a critical component of effective maintenance therapy.
