Psychosocial impact on patients with chronic lymphatic filariasis: A cross-sectional study
Journal Title: Medpulse International Journal of Community Medicine - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 1
Abstract
Background: Lymphatic filariasis is a mosquito-borne parasitic disease found throughout the tropics and in some subtropical areas world-wide. The chronic manifestations of filariasis can have significant, and often very negative social impacts. Aim and Objective: To study the psychosocial factors among chronic lymphatic Filariasis patients. Material and Methodology: The present cross sectional descriptive study conducted in the field practice area of Rural Health Center (RHC) of MNR Medical College in Medak district of Telangana State. A total of 230 patients with chronic lymphatic filariasis in all age group were included in the study. A questionnaire (pre-tested, open and closed ended questions) was developed by a group of experts including a psychologist, a psychiatrist, a sociologist and a public health specialist. The questionnaire was adapted from Euro Scale and WHO quality of life Scale. Statistical analysis was done by using proper test at appropriate places. Results: Out of 230 patients 68 (29.57%) were from the age group of 51 to 60 with male predominance (58.26%). Among the patients, 34 (14.78%) patients were unemployed. It was found that, 21(9.13%) patients feel depressed while 141 (61.30%) patients perceived it as a major problem. In around 68 (29.56%) patients, disease was perceived as social stigma and 76 (33.04%) patients feel shy about the disease. Conclusion: Hence, along with creating awareness regarding prevention and control of Lymphatic Filariasis proper physical rehabilitation of the patients and psychological support should be given at the family as well as community level to decrease the extent of problem.
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Kishore Babu Mathi, Sowmithri M L, Akshay Salgar, Nagaiah 4
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