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Table 1 Interview guide

From: Pre-exposure prophylaxis makes it possible to better live one’s sexuality and guide men who have sex with men towards a responsible approach to their health: a phenomenological qualitative study about primary motivations for PrEP

1/ To begin with, I’d like to know how you first learned about PrEP?

What was your perception of PrEP before coming for your first consultation?

What were your expectations of PrEP prior to the first consultation?

2/ What finally motivated you to come for a consultation with Dr (official PrEP doctor’s name) and to begin this process? What was your experience of this consultation? What did you understand?

3/ Since you have started PrEP, what changes have you seen in your life?

(these could include personal, intimate, as well as family and professional experiences)

4/ How do you perceive HIV now? What does this illness mean to you ?

5/ Today, what is PrEP for you?

What constraints or restrictions do you feel in taking this prophylaxis?

What advice would you give to friends or those you know, who are interested in PrEP?