Assessment of the Extent and Knowledge on the Misuse of Topical Steroids as Cosmetic Among Women in Nyamagana District, Mwanza
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TextPublisher number: Wurzburg Road 35, BMC Premises, Post Code: 33102: P. O. Box 1464, Mwanza – Tanzania: Phone: +255 28 298 3384: Fax: +255 28 298 3386: Email: vc@bugando.ac.tz: www.bugando.ac.tzLanguage: English Language: Kiswahili Publication details: Mwanza, Tanzania: Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences [CUHAS – Bugando] : ©2015Description: viii; 32 Pages; Includes ReferencesSubject(s): Summary: Abstract:
Background: The usage of steroid products for skin lightening is a widespread phenomenon among African men and women. Studies have reported prevalence rates of 18.5% to 70% among participants. Women constitute the majority of users among people of various age groups, socioeconomic status, employment and marital status practice skin lightening. Topical corticosteroids are the principal therapy for eczematous dermatoses, treating. Lack of knowledge may have a negative impact associated with skin problems such as cellulitis, contact eczema, bacterial and fungal infections, Cushing’s syndrome, acne, skin atrophy and pigmentation disorders. Although these effects are well documented, it seems that there is little awareness of them among the general public.
Objectives of the study: To assess the extent and knowledge of the misuse of topical steroids as a cosmetic among women.
Study design: Cross sectional study.
Method: Convenience sampling method was used, where by a total of 200 women were approached and interviewed by structured questionnaire.
Results: Out of the 200 participants, 183 (91.5%) they know topical preparation containing steroids and 17 (8.5%) they did not know. Of the 183 participants who know topical preparation containing steroids, 82 (44.8%) were aware of the side effects caused by the long term use of topical steroids and 101 (55.2%) did not know. Of 183 participants, 152 (83.1%) were used those products and 31 (16.9%) did not use tropical steroids. 125 (82.2%) of 152 were misuse topical steroids as a cosmetic 79.5% of the 125 participants were in the age group of 20-40 years.
Conclusion: In conclusion, the misuse of topical corticosteroids has a huge impact of dermatological practice. The misuse of topical steroids among the participants was because most of the participants not being aware of the side effects of the products. Education of the general public through special media programs and the introduction of a continuing medical education program for medical and pharmaceutical personnel are probably the most important steps that could be taken to reduce this problem.
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Abstract:
Background: The usage of steroid products for skin lightening is a widespread phenomenon among African men and women. Studies have reported prevalence rates of 18.5% to 70% among participants. Women constitute the majority of users among people of various age groups, socioeconomic status, employment and marital status practice skin lightening. Topical corticosteroids are the principal therapy for eczematous dermatoses, treating. Lack of knowledge may have a negative impact associated with skin problems such as cellulitis, contact eczema, bacterial and fungal infections, Cushing’s syndrome, acne, skin atrophy and pigmentation disorders. Although these effects are well documented, it seems that there is little awareness of them among the general public.
Objectives of the study: To assess the extent and knowledge of the misuse of topical steroids as a cosmetic among women.
Study design: Cross sectional study.
Method: Convenience sampling method was used, where by a total of 200 women were approached and interviewed by structured questionnaire.
Results: Out of the 200 participants, 183 (91.5%) they know topical preparation containing steroids and 17 (8.5%) they did not know. Of the 183 participants who know topical preparation containing steroids, 82 (44.8%) were aware of the side effects caused by the long term use of topical steroids and 101 (55.2%) did not know. Of 183 participants, 152 (83.1%) were used those products and 31 (16.9%) did not use tropical steroids. 125 (82.2%) of 152 were misuse topical steroids as a cosmetic 79.5% of the 125 participants were in the age group of 20-40 years.
Conclusion: In conclusion, the misuse of topical corticosteroids has a huge impact of dermatological practice. The misuse of topical steroids among the participants was because most of the participants not being aware of the side effects of the products. Education of the general public through special media programs and the introduction of a continuing medical education program for medical and pharmaceutical personnel are probably the most important steps that could be taken to reduce this problem.
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