Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Traditional Medicine Among People of Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria

Ohemu, T.L.; Sariem, Comfort N.; Dafam, D.G.; Ohemu, Benson O.; Olotu, P. N.; Jérome, Cécile

doi:10.25258/phyto.v9i10.10460

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“…Nigeria where the practice and patronage of TM is huge due to prehistoric cultural practices and belief that natural products are safer than orthodox synthetic drugs [9]. Almost the entire rural population (over 85%) relies on TM as their first line of treatment.…”

Section: Edo State Is One Of the States In Southernmentioning

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Traditional Medicine Practitioners in Edo State, Nigeria

Adigwe

Ebohon

Egharevba

2021

IJTDH

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The people of Edo State of Nigeria have a long history of dependence on traditional medicine as a primary source and first line of action for their healthcare needs. Efforts have been made by various national and subnational governments towards integrating the TM practice for the benefit of its citizens with little progress. The slow progress is partly because of dearth in the knowledge, attitude and practice of the practitioners. A descriptive cross-sectional study aimed at highlighting the demography, attitude and approach as well as the exposing the key gaps in the practice and expectation of the practitioners from the different stakeholders, was carried out. The survey study was conducted using a standardized structured questionnaire. The outcome showed that 90% of practitioners were within the age bracket of 25 and 65 years, and majority (66%) were of male gender and, about 94% and 78% were literate and self-employed, respectively. About 30% have being in practice for less than 10 years and about 44% sees less than 10 patients per week. The major diseases treated include malaria (66%), stomach ulcer (62%), cough and sore throat (54%), diabetes (54%), gonorrhoea/sexually transmitted diseases (52%) and menstrual pain (50%). About 28% claimed to have subjected some of their products to laboratory testing but only about 4% of respondents had NAFDAC registered products. Edo TMPs have high expectation for government and partners supports in strengthening TM practices through the provision modern production facility, supports for medicinal plant gardens, laboratory testing, training on best practices and better legislation for citizens’ patronage.

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Section: Edo State Is One Of the States In Southernmentioning

confidence: 99%

Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Traditional Medicine Practitioners in Edo State, Nigeria

Adigwe

Ebohon

Egharevba

2021

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El huerto como recurso didáctico para el fortalecimiento de los conocimientos de la medicina tradicional: experiencia en una escuela indígena Pesh

Urbina¹,

Turcios²

2020

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Perception and Acceptance of Herbal Medicines among Residents of Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Elechi-Amadi

Briggs

Konne

et al. 2021

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Background: The use of herbal medicines and medicinal plants available in a locality in the treatment and control of human diseases, promotion of health and management of health conditions will continue to play a significant role in the healthcare system of the people, especially in developing countries. This cross-sectional study was carried out to assess the perception and knowledge of usage of herbal medicines among the residents of Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Methodology: Multi-stage sampling technique was used for this study. Results: The results indicated that out of the 273 questionnaires returned, 118 (44.9%) of the respondents were male while 144 (55.1%) were female. The average age of the respondents was 36±10 years. The prevalence of usage of herbal medicine from this study was 80.9%. The major source of information about herbal medicines was home (family and friends).The results also indicate that 180 (68.6%) of the respondents did not experience unpleasant effects such as headaches, vomiting, nausea and diarrhea, with the use of herbal medicines. Similarly, on the reasons for using herbal medicine, 134 (51.1%) of the respondents indicated that they used herbal medicines because they are effective, 66 (25.3%) said herbal medicines are always available mostly as locally sourced herbs, while 46 (17.7%) said herbal medicines are not costly. On the perception of herbal medicines, 206 (78.6%) indicated that herbal medicines are efficacious, 197 (75.3%) supported the integration of herbal medicines into the conventional health system, 243 (92.6%) supported the establishment of a Board to regulate the practice of herbal medicine in order to prevent indiscriminate use of herbal medicines while 234 (89.9%) of the respondents supported the establishment of a formal training institution for herbal medicine practitioners. Conclusion: It is concluded that herbal medicines have wide acceptability and perception among the study population. It is recommended that herbal medical practice be properly regulated and integrated into the conventional health system.

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Traditional Medicine Among People of Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria

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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Traditional Medicine Practitioners in Edo State, Nigeria

Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Traditional Medicine Practitioners in Edo State, Nigeria

El huerto como recurso didáctico para el fortalecimiento de los conocimientos de la medicina tradicional: experiencia en una escuela indígena Pesh

Perception and Acceptance of Herbal Medicines among Residents of Port Harcourt, Nigeria

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