Magnitude and factors associated with wasting among children on antiretroviral therapy in the East Wollega zone, Western Ethiopia

The magnitude of wasting is a significant problem among pediatric populations affected by HIV/AIDS in the eastern Wollega zone of Ethiopia. The factors associated with wasting include recent history of acute illness, low CD4 levels, non-treated water at home, duration of follow-up, food insecurity, and latrine unavailability. Public health facilities should implement measures to address these factors to improve the dietary status of children living with HIV/AIDS.