Parental attitudes towards head lice infestation in Greece

Doulgeraki, and Artemis; Valari, Manthoula

doi:10.1111/j.1365-4632.2010.04775.x

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“…Until now, several studies have focused on parental knowledges and attitudes [18-20]. Our survey agrees with all these studies showing that parents often seek advice firstly from the apothecary, or relatives, or friends, and only after a failure from a physician.…”

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Survey assessment on pediatricians’ attitudes on head lice management

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BackgroundPediculosis capitis is a worldwide health problem. One of the most important factor in effective head lice eradication is to ensure that infestation is adequately recognized and treated. Our survey investigated the knowledge and practice among primary care Italian pediatricians regarding to the prevention and treatment of head lice.MethodsThe questionnaire was distributed to all the pediatricians registered at the Annual Congress of Practice in Pediatrics held in Florence, Italy, November 11–12, 2011. It includes 10 questions in a multiple choice format, and one answer for each question was provided. The questionnaire was conceived by pediatricians at the Infectious Disease Unit of the Department of Science for the Health of Woman and Child, University of Florence. Questions were designed according to the guidelines by the Italian Pediatric Society (SIP), and international guidelines, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).ResultsOverall, 364/600 pediatricians (60.7% of physicians registered to the Congress) returned the questionnaire. The majority of them (232/364; 63,7%) believe that parents consult their primary care pediatrician only after the failure of other “remedies”. Mostly, they prescribe Malathion (116/364, 31,8%) as first line treatment. Two-hundred-fourty-three (66.7%) of participants consider creams, foams and gels the most effective formulations. Two-hundred-sixty-two of pediatricians interviewed (72.0%) suggest to repeat the treatment after one week, 37/364 (10.2%) after two weeks. The majority of the pediatricians interviewed reported that recurrences occur in less than 30% of cases (279/364; 76,6%). In their own opinion, most of recurrences are the consequence of a reinfestation in the community (259/264; 77%). Three-hundred-thirty-four (91.7%) of them have never prescribed oral therapy for the treatment of head lice. Finally, 289/364 (79.4%) pediatricians believe that no product is effective for prevention.ConclusionsThis is the first study that investigates the clinical practice of family pediatricians about the management and treatment of head lice globally, the Italian pediatricians surveyed proved to be quite informed on the head lice management. However, even in a country where pediatric assistance is free for everybody, a considerable proportion of parents do not seek advice to their own family pediatrician. Therefore, educations of parents, other than continuous updating of pediatricians, may contribute to a better management of head lice in the community.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

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Survey assessment on pediatricians’ attitudes on head lice management

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“…Magee found that pediculicide treatment products were applied up five times longer than was recommended. In addition, harsh chemicals such as bleach, alcohol, and kerosene have been used to eradicate head lice …”

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Stigma resulting from head lice infestation: A concept analysis and implications for public health

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Aim: The aim of this concept analysis was to examine stigma in the context of head lice, illuminating its components and providing insights for the development of appropriate nursing interventions.Background: Stigma associated with the phenomenon of head lice management is pervasive, promulgating fear and influencing policy and treatment practices. Few studies have examined stigma in this context. Method:The method followed was the Rodgers's evolutionary method. Data Sources: Health, education, and social sciences databases were searched and yielded 20 articles spanning 1996-2018 used to create a relevant literature review. Results: Stigma arising from head lice infestation is preceded by an actual or perceived case of head lice, negative perceptions of lice, negative perception of groups or persons with head lice, or being associated with a group or person of lesser status believed to be a carrier of head lice. Defining attributes include marks of infestation, negative and unfair beliefs, and shame. Consequences of stigma are economic costs, social costs, mistreatment, and overtreatment with pediculicides. Conclusion: The concept of stigma in the context of head lice management is multifaceted. Further research is required to understand the magnitude of stigma as well as other factors associated with optimal treatment of children with head lice. K E Y W O R D S concept analysis, head lice, Pediculosis capitus, school and pediatric nursing, stigma AUTHOR BIOGRAPHIES

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“…[11,18,19] A study from Greece showed that there was a lack in knowledge about the 773 prevention and treatment of head lice among healthcare professionals. [20] Perceptions and beliefs of parents included confusion and worry and it was demonstrated that the educational level of parents inversely associated with positive cases. [18] Another study showed a gab in knowledge of parents about head lice infestation in children.…”

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confidence: 99%