title: Patient compliance and the short-term treatment regimen.
abstract: Patient compliance is necessary for the delivery of adequate health care. It is a major problem that must be addressed by the medical profession. Good communication between the physician and the patient is essential. Those known to be poor compliers should be identified and special techniques used to overcome particular obstacles. Methods designed to improve patient cooperation are discussed. Emphasis is placed upon the short-term therapeutic regimen and its role in improving compliance.
mesh_terms: D002181:Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal / Q000188:drug therapy*; D003022:Clotrimazole / Q000008:administration & dosage; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008825:Miconazole / Q000008:administration & dosage; D010349:Patient Compliance; D010361:Patients / Q000523:psychology; D010819:Physician's Role; D013997:Time Factors
chemical_list: D008825:Miconazole; D003022:Clotrimazole