Perceptions on Pulmonary Tuberculosis among DOTS Patients: A Quantitative Study
Journal Title: National Journal of Research in Community Medicine - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 7
Abstract
Introduction: Knowledge and stigma with respect to tuberculosis plays a profound role in the health seeking behaviour of the population. The present study aimed to assess knowledge and stigma regarding the disease among pulmonary tuberculosis patients in a metropolitan city and to study their association with delays in seeking care and treatment. Materials and Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted among newly diagnosed pulmonary tuberculosis patients registered for intensive phase of Category 1 ATT during the study period in Zone VIII of Chennai Corporation. The sample size was 197. A standardised WHO interview schedule was adapted and used for the study. Results: The proportion of population knowing basic facts about tuberculosis ranged from 100 % (that the disease is curable) to 61.4% (that it is contagious). Women had significantly higher levels of stigma than men. There was no significant difference in knowledge between those who seek care earlier and those who delay seeking care. Conclusion: The present study demonstrates the gaps in knowledge regarding tuberculosis. A concerted effort starting from the grassroots level needs to be employed to improve knowledge and dispel myths.
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Priya Senthilkumar, Jebamalar J, K. Mary Ramola
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- DOI 10.26727/NJRCM.2018.
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