Assessment of patients’ perceptions towards the diagnosis of leprosy

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https://doi.org/10.36560/1112018580

Palavras-chave:

leprosy, Diagnostics, prejudice

Resumo

Leprosy is a contagious, long-term infection, which manifests dermatological and neurological symptoms and signs, being considered an endemic, widespread disease, regarded as a serious health problem in Brazil. Early diagnosis of leprosy and its proper treatment prevents disease from progressing, avoiding physical disabilities, which are frequent as the infection evolves, and constitute a major cause of stigma, leading the patient to social isolation. This study aimed to verify the patient's perceptions regarding Hansen's disease diagnosis, seeking to contribute to the prevention of physical disabilities. It was carried out in Sinop in the State of Mato Grosso, being classified as a qualitative research approach. Patients diagnosed with leprosy, enrolled for annual treatment in Nações Basic Health Unity (Unidade de Saúde Básica Nações), took part in the research. Data was collected using semi-structured interviews, and the results were analyzed in categories, these being, the implications on the patients’ self-esteem after diagnosis of leprosy; patients’ perceptions of treatment and changes in socioeconomic status after leprosy. It is worth noting that leprosy as a public health issue does not restrict to the immense amount of cases and its potential to cause physical disability, which interferes in the psychosocial context, should be taken into consideration. It is valid to point out that leprosy affects several aspects of the pacient’s life, including their physical, mental and social well-being, requiring a holistic and humane nursing care.

Biografia do Autor

S. V. Jezus, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso

Possuo graduação em Enfermagem pela Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso (2004) e mestrado em Programa de Pós-Graduação em Educação pela Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso (2013). Atualmente sou professora Adjunto I, Coordenadora do Curso de Enfermagem da Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso- campus de Sinop, presidente do Colegiado de Curso, membro da Congregação do Instituto de Ciências da Saúde e membro do Núcleo Docente Estruturante. Com experiência na área de Saúde Pública, com ênfase na Estratégia de Saúde da Família.

R. G. Masochini, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso

A. N. Cunha, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso

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2018-02-07

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Jezus, S. V., Masochini, R. G., & Cunha, A. N. (2018). Assessment of patients’ perceptions towards the diagnosis of leprosy. Scientific Electronic Archives, 11(1), 107–115. https://doi.org/10.36560/1112018580

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