Mother’s Level Of Knowledge Regarding Self-Medication Practices In Overcoming Skin Problems In Coastal Region

Nurhayati Nurhayati(1), Ade Risma(2), Juhri Panjaitan(3*)


(1) Public Health Study Program, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatera, Indonesia
(2) Public Health Study Program, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatera, Indonesia
(3) Public Health Study Program, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatera, Indonesia
(*) Corresponding Author

Abstract


Background:  Self-medication for skin diseases is common among mothers in coastal areas and is influenced by environmental factors. Understanding maternal knowledge of self-medication is crucial for community health.

Objective: This study aims to assess mothers' knowledge level in the coastal area of Secanggang District about self-medication practices for treating skin problems.

Methods: A descriptive quantitative research design was used, employing a survey method with face-to-face questionnaire distribution to collect data from 42 mothers residing in Secanggang District. Their questionnaire responses categorized The respondents' knowledge as very good, good, sufficient, poor, or very poor.

Results: The study found that 36% of mothers had good knowledge of self-medication, 19% had sufficient knowledge, 11% had poor knowledge, and 34% had very poor knowledge. Boils were identified as the most common skin disease, and Pikangsuang ointment was the most commonly stored medication among respondents.

Conclusion: The findings highlight a significant variation in the knowledge levels of mothers regarding self-medication for skin diseases. Enhancing educational initiatives and providing accurate self-medication information can improve coastal communities' health outcomes. Health authorities should focus on targeted educational programs to increase awareness and proper self-medication practices


Keywords


Self-Medication; Maternal Knowledge; Skin Diseases; Coastal Areas; Health Education

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