Determinants of scabies outbreak in Takusa district of Amhara Region, Northwest Ethiopia

Azandjèmé, Colette; Sossa, Jerôme Charles; Hounkponou, Murielle; Ahanhanzo-Glèlè, Yolaine; Sodabi, Basilia; Mizehoun, C.; Darboux, Aymeric Joaquin; Houenassi, Martin

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“…Previous studies on the elderly with hypertension also showed similar results (21,25). A lack of knowledge about salt in the diet is a factor in non-compliance with a saltreduced diet (26). Other studies have also shown that salt reduction knowledge is positively correlated with salt consumption behavior (27).…”

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Salt Reduction Behavior and Related Factors in Hypertensive Older Patients

Mai

Linh

Trang

2022

Int J Health Sci Res

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Objectives: To describe the salt reduction behavior of hypertensive older patients in dietary and examine it related factors. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 164 elderly patients with hypertensive. Salt reduction behaviour were measured by using a Dietary Sodium Reduction Self‐care Behaviour Scale (DSR-SCB Scale). Salt reduction knowledge was measured by using the Knowledge of Dietary Sodium Reduction Scale (KDSR Scale). Student T-Test, ANOVA, and Pearson’s product-moment correlations were used to analyze the data. Results: In total, 164 elderly patients with hypertensive were included. The mean age was 74.68 ± 8.22 years and female was accounted for 55%. The overall score of salt reduction knowledge and salt reduction behavior in the diet were 37.40 ± 4.20 and 27.32 ± 4.92, respectively. In which, the opinion “I prefer to eat home cooked food over food sold from street vendors” had the highest mean score (3.52 ± 0.58). The opinion “Every time I find my food salty, I am willing not to eat it” had the lowest mean score (2.65 ± 0.86). There was a statistically significant difference in salt reduction behavior between gender (p<0.01) and cooking skills (p<0.01). Salt reduction knowledge had significant correlation with salt reduction behavior (r=0.508, p<0.01). Conclusions: Salt reduction behavior basically related to gender and cooking skills. Due to lack of knowledge, patients had a low score in salt reduction behavior. Therefore, health‐care providers can focus their educational activities on these individuals to enhance their behaviors. Key words: Salt reduction, Behavior, Hypertension, Older patients .

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Salt Reduction Behavior and Related Factors in Hypertensive Older Patients

Mai

Linh

Trang

2022

Int J Health Sci Res

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Clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of scabies

Uzun,

Durdu,

Yürekli

et al. 2024

Int J Dermatology

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Scabies, caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei var hominis mite burrowing into the skin, is a highly contagious disease characterized by intense nocturnal itching. Its global impact is considerable, affecting more than 200 million individuals annually and posing significant challenges to healthcare systems worldwide. Transmission occurs primarily through direct skin‐to‐skin contact, contributing to its widespread prevalence and emergence as a substantial public health concern affecting large populations. This review presents consensus‐based clinical practice guidelines for diagnosing and managing scabies, developed through the fuzzy Delphi method by dermatology, parasitology, pediatrics, pharmacology, and public health experts. The presence of burrows containing adult female mites, their eggs, and excreta is the diagnostic hallmark of scabies. Definitive diagnosis typically involves direct microscopic examination of skin scrapings obtained from these burrows, although dermoscopy has become a diagnostic tool in clinical practice. Treatment modalities encompass topical agents, such as permethrin, balsam of Peru, precipitated sulfur, and benzyl benzoate. In cases where topical therapy proves inadequate or in instances of crusted scabies, oral ivermectin is recommended as a systemic treatment option. This comprehensive approach addresses the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with scabies, optimizing patient care, and management outcomes.

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Impact of Scabies on Sleep Quality

Azzahra,

Manuputty,

Bandjar

et al. 2023

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Background: Scabies is an infectious skin condition that occurs due to an infestation of the small parasitic mite known as Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. It causes symptoms of itching, which usually worsen during the night and can interfere with sleep. Purpose: The aim of the study was to examine how the incidence of scabies relates to the sleep quality of students at Al Anshor Islamic Boarding School in 2022. Methods: In this study, a quantitative approach was used with a cross-sectional research design. Primary data was collected through the diagnosis of scabies and the use of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaire to measure sleep quality. Bivariate analysis was conducted using the chi-square test for data analysis. The research sample was obtained through the stratified random sampling method. Results: According to the findings, out of 42 participants, 26 students (61.9%) had scabies, with 11 males and 15 females affected. Most of the scabies cases were found in 17-year-old students. The study also found that all scabies sufferers had poor quality sleep. Statistical analysis revealed a significant association between the incidence of scabies and sleep quality, with a p-value of 0.000 and a 95% confidence interval. Conclusion: In conclusion, the study suggests that there is a link between the occurrence of scabies and sleep quality. Therefore, it is important to raise awareness about personal hygiene practices to reduce the spread of scabies.

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Determinants of scabies outbreak in Takusa district of Amhara Region, Northwest Ethiopia

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Salt Reduction Behavior and Related Factors in Hypertensive Older Patients

Salt Reduction Behavior and Related Factors in Hypertensive Older Patients

Clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of scabies

Impact of Scabies on Sleep Quality

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