Prevalence of traditional eye medicine use and its associated factors among adult ophthalmic patients in Gondar region of Ethiopia in 2020

Eticha, Biruk Lelisa; Assaye, Aragaw Kegne; Alemu, Haile Woretaw

doi:10.1080/27707571.2022.2160581

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“…This study has shown that most participants use TEM for ocular redness, irritation, and eye discharge. In the Edo State of Nigeria [11], the University of Benin [23], Nigeria, and Tanzania [31], poor vision was the most common reason for necessitating the use of TEM, Whereas, in Northern Ethiopia [12] and South-eastern Nigeria [39], most participants mentioned ocular trauma as an indication to use TEM. A corneal ulcer was the leading indication to use TEM in rural Malawi in South India and Nepal [6,24].…”

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“…In Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, using TEM to treat many eye conditions is a common practice [4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16].…”

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“…Information on the prevalence and pattern of utilization of TEM is scarce. A hospital-based study in Northern Ethiopia revealed that 22.31% of patients used TEM within two years of their presentation at an outpatient department of the referral hospital [12]. Though traditional medicine is a common practice in Ethiopia, the prevalence and pattern of TEM utilization have yet to be studied in the Ethiopian population.…”

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Traditional Eye Medicine and self-treatment in Rural Ethiopia

Sherief,

Sitotaw,

Girma

2023

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Introduction: Traditional medicines are commonly used worldwide, especially in Africa—however, there is limited information on the prevalence and types of traditional eye medicine utilization in Ethiopia. The goal of this study was to determine the type and nature of traditional eye medicine use and practices related to self-medication for ophthalmic diseases in a rural Ethiopian population. Methods: A cross-sectional was conducted in six randomly selected primary health centers in rural Gurage Zone, Southern Ethiopia. Health-seeking behavior, use of self-medication, and traditional eye medicine were assessed in the population using a semi-structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and multivariable logistic regression analysis were computed to determine associated factors for using self-medication and traditional eye medicine. Result: Of the 814 participants interviewed, 487 (59.8%) reported using traditional eye medicine, mainly for combinations of symptoms of ocular redness, irritation, and eye discharge (95.5%). Besides, 604 (74.2%) participants reported self-treatment with tetracycline 1% eye ointment. Older age, females, low income, illiterate, and lack of access to media were risks for utilizing traditional eye medicine. Conclusion: The use of traditional eye medicine and self-treatment are common in this population. Regulatory legislation, public awareness, and making eye care are vital activities required to monitor such practices.

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“…In Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, using TEM to treat many eye conditions is a common practice [4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16].…”

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confidence: 99%

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Traditional Eye Medicine and self-treatment in Rural Ethiopia

Sherief,

Sitotaw,

Girma

2023

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“…While not explicitly stated by participants, traditional medicine presumably evades the access challenges of cost and distance, and is likely aligned with deep-rooted cultural beliefs and terminologies revealed in our study. Studies from Ethiopia showed that nearly 80% of the population relies heavily on herbal treatments as their primary source of therapy, and traditional eye medicine is widely used in the country [59][60][61]. However, there is no formal connection or collaboration between traditional medicine practitioners and the Ethiopian health system.…”

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Exploring the knowledge, attitudes, and practice towards child eye health: A qualitative analysis of parent experience focus groups

Sherief,

Tesfaye,

Eshetu

et al. 2023

PLoS ONE

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Background The majority of childhood blindness causes in low-income countries are treatable or avoidable. Parents or guardians are responsible for making decisions regarding a child’s eye care. Understanding parents’ awareness and perception of eye problems in crucial in helping to know parents’ eye care-seeking behavior. Objective To determine parental knowledge, attitudes and practice regarding child eye health. Methods Seven focus groups were carried out in Northwest Ethiopia on knowledge, attitude and practice of parents towards child eye health. Their responses were tape-recorded and later transcribed. A thematic phenomenological approach was used for the analysis. Result Seventy-one parents participated in the focus groups. Participants were aware of common eye problems like trachoma, trauma, and glaucoma. However, they were unaware of the causes and etiologies of childhood blindness. Participants perceived that eye problems could be treated with hygiene and food, and often held misconceptions about the cause of strabismus and utilization of wearing spectacles. Conclusion The study revealed that parents are often unaware of the causes and etiologies of common childhood eye diseases, which has downstream effects on health-seeking behavior. Health promotion efforts, potentially through mass and social media, could be helpful to raise awareness, coupled with training of health professionals at primary and secondary health facility levels.

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Prevalence of traditional eye medicine and self-treatment in Gurage Zone, Rural Ethiopia

Sherief,

Sitotaw,

Girma

2024

BMC Complement Med Ther

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Introduction Traditional medicines are commonly used worldwide, especially in Africa—however, there is limited information on the prevalence and types of traditional eye medicine utilization in Ethiopia. The goal of this study was to determine the prevalence, the type and nature of traditional eye medicine use and practices related to self-medication for ophthalmic diseases in a rural Ethiopian population. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted in six randomly selected primary health centers in rural Gurage Zone, Southern Ethiopia. Health-seeking behavior, use of self-medication, and traditional eye medicine were assessed in the population using a semi-structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and multivariable logistic regression analysis were computed to determine associated factors for using self-medication and traditional eye medicine. Result Of the 814 participants interviewed, 487 (59.8%) reported using traditional eye medicine, mainly for combinations of symptoms of ocular redness, irritation, and eye discharge (95.5%). Besides, 604 (74.2%) participants reported self-treatment with tetracycline 1% eye ointment. Older age, females, low income, no formal education, and lack of access to media were risks for utilizing traditional eye medicine. Conclusion The use of traditional eye medicine and self-treatment are common in this population. Regulatory legislation, public awareness, and making eye care are vital activities required to monitor such practices.

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Prevalence of traditional eye medicine use and its associated factors among adult ophthalmic patients in Gondar region of Ethiopia in 2020

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Traditional Eye Medicine and self-treatment in Rural Ethiopia

Traditional Eye Medicine and self-treatment in Rural Ethiopia

Exploring the knowledge, attitudes, and practice towards child eye health: A qualitative analysis of parent experience focus groups

Prevalence of traditional eye medicine and self-treatment in Gurage Zone, Rural Ethiopia

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