The antibacterial activity of honey on isolates from wounds of patients attending Hospital in two LGAs of Kwara State, Nigeria
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 1
Abstract
The study conducts opinion survey on the profile of patients with wounds attending three hospitals. It investigates their knowledge of the use of honey for wound healing, establish the common types of wounds and determine the effect of honey on activity of wound microorganisms. 120 patients attending and undergoing treatment for various forms of wounds were surveyed. Also inhibitory effects of honey on microorganisms were determined for various honey concentrations. The result of the study revealed the respondents’ profile as (51.67%) for 15 to 25 years and (73.33%) for the male sex. Most respondents (50.83%) were self-employed and (72.5%) lettered. Majority of the respondents (44.16%) patronized the General hospital Ilorin, while (21.67%) Kwara State University Medical Centre Malete. Burns constituted the highest (70.83%) of wound types. Eighty-five percent (85%) had previously used honey for wound treatment and was found to be most effective for burns treatment. Streptococcus pneumonia was the dominant bacteria species isolated from burns wound and Staphylococcus aureus from abscess. All isolated microorganisms were inhibited by honey concentrations. The clinical evaluation, application and use of Nigerian honey to prevent the growth of a wide range of human pathogens particularly for wound infection were among suggestions proffered.
Authors and Affiliations
Adeyemi M. AJAO, Abdul Gafar N. POPOOLA, Segun O. OLADIPO, Nimat IDRIS, B. R QUADRI
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