Sex Knowledge and Attitude Among Undergraduate Medical Students: A Cross-Sectional Study

Kumar, Parveen; Patel, Vishal; Bhatt, Renish Bhupenderabhai; Tiwari, Deepak

doi:10.36106/ijar/5702413

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“…Furthermore, our study found that a significant proportion of participants had been using the whitening cream for less than 6 months (31.04%), suggesting a relatively short-term usage duration. This is consistent with the transient nature of whitening cream usage, as individuals may discontinue or switch products based on perceived effectiveness (Kumar et al, 2021).…”

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Incidence of Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation, Hirsutism, and Photosensitivity With the Use of Whitening Creams Available Over the Counter in the Local Population

RAFIQUE¹,

ULLAH²,

IQBAL

2023

Biol Clin Sci Res J

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This cross-sectional study investigated the incidence of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, hirsutism, and photosensitivity associated with using over-the-counter whitening creams in the local population. A total of 699 participants from the Gulab devi teaching hospital Lahore from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2022 were included in the study. Data was collected through face-to-face structured questionnaires, capturing demographic information, whitening cream usage patterns, and reported side effects. Descriptive statistics were employed to analyze the data. The results revealed that most participants were female (59.23%) and fell within the age group of 26-35 years (35.77%). Type III (Light to Medium) skin was the most common, with 210 participants (30.06%). Type IV (Medium to Olive) skin followed closely, with 240 participants (34.31%). Type V (Dark Brown) skin was represented by 128 participants (18.34%)Regarding whitening cream usage, the most common frequency reported was once daily (45.64%), and a significant proportion of participants had been using the cream for less than 6 months (31.04%). The reported incidence of side effects demonstrated that post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation was the most prevalent (12.45%), followed by hirsutism (7.01%) and photosensitivity (4.43%). The study highlights the importance of public awareness regarding the potential risks of using over-the-counter whitening creams. It emphasizes the need for tailored recommendations based on individual skin types and the promotion of safer alternatives for achieving desired skin appearance and health. In conclusion, this study provides valuable insights into the demographic characteristics, whitening cream usage patterns, and reported side effects among individuals using over-the-counter whitening creams in the local population. It is a foundation for raising awareness, promoting informed decision-making, and encouraging safer skincare practices to enhance skin health and well-being.

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confidence: 77%

Incidence of Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation, Hirsutism, and Photosensitivity With the Use of Whitening Creams Available Over the Counter in the Local Population

RAFIQUE¹,

ULLAH²,

IQBAL

2023

Biol Clin Sci Res J

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“…With their aging, the sexual knowledge gains of students are increasing. Avci et al (2016) showed that the first-and fourth-grade ranges are significant and the findings of Sidi et al (2013) were consistent with Kumar et al (2020). These results can be explained as students gaining more knowledge and clinical information in the increasing academic year.…”

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confidence: 52%

“…The results also show that the earlier it happened, the higher their knowledge and this could be linked to their interest and their understanding of previous sexual behavior (Baumeister, 2000;Zhang et al, 2010) and the degree of knowledge is different between urban and rural areas (Lou et al, 2012;McMann and Trout, 2021). In a study with 752 medical undergraduate students in different universities in India, by Kumar et al (2020), the results showed that the participants are deficits in sexual knowledge and conservative attitude in certain areas. Females, higher education level, and urban area participants have higher sexual knowledge and liberal attitude.…”

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“…Participants were asked to complete the following questionnaire: The Vietnamese versions of the Sex knowledge and Attitude Questionnaire II (SKAQ II) for undergraduate students based on the original (Kumar et al, 2020), a 71-item questionnaire measure of sexual knowledge and attitude. The SKAQ II consists of three subscales: Biological Aspect (BA), Psychological Aspect (PA), and Social Aspect (SA).…”

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“…According to the norms from the SKAQ (Kumar et al, 2020), the participants scored in the average range on the sexual knowledge scale. The mean score for the BA subscale was 69.49 (SD=18.13).…”

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Human sexual behavior research is a multidisciplinary endeavor that seeks to comprehend one of the most vital and complex aspects of our behavioral science. This study aimed to investigate Vietnamese university students' perception of sexual knowledge as well as the relationship between gender, academic year, and sexual orientation. The questionnaire was sent to 666 Vietnamese undergraduate students in four universities which 418 respondents were considered valid for research purposes. The study results showed that there was a significant difference among the four study groups of different (1) academic year; (2) sexual orientations; (3) gender and academic year level; (4) academic year and sexual orientation; (5) gender, academic year, and sexual orientation level when considered jointly on the variables of the three aspects of the Sex knowledge and Attitude Questionnaire II. However, there was no reciprocal relationship between (6) gender; (7) gender, and sexual orientation level. The findings of this study will have implications for school policies that attempt to promote and maintain a positive school climate in an effort to address the issue of sexuality education, including sexual knowledge.

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Proper management of biomedical waste reflects the ethical responsibility of healthcare providers and institutions to protect public health, the environment, and the well-being of their communities. Overall, the effective management of biomedical waste is crucial for safeguarding public health, protecting the environment, ensuring occupational safety, complying with regulations, and fulfilling social responsibilities. Healthcare workers who handle biomedical waste are at risk of needle stick injuries, exposure to infectious agents, and other hazards. Addressing the challenges requires a multi-faceted approach involving government initiatives, regulatory enforcement, public awareness campaigns, investment in infrastructure and technology, training programs for healthcare workers, and collaboration with stakeholders across sectors. By addressing these issues, India can improve its capacity for biomedical waste management.

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Sex Knowledge and Attitude Among Undergraduate Medical Students: A Cross-Sectional Study

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Incidence of Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation, Hirsutism, and Photosensitivity With the Use of Whitening Creams Available Over the Counter in the Local Population

Vietnamese undergraduate students’ perspectives on sexual knowledge, attitudes, and risky sexual behavior

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