Awareness of Otitis Media Risk Factors in Children among Saudi Population in Al-Ahsa
Journal Title: The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine - Year 2018, Vol 70, Issue 11
Abstract
<strong>Background: </strong>Otitis media (OM) is a common childhood disease where 75% of all children have had one episode of OM by the age of five and for some it may continue throughout school life. Several risk factors for AOM have been identified such as anatomic abnormality, infant feeding methods, passive smoke exposure, group daycare attendance…etc. The persistence of the disease and its long-term effects is due partly to lack of awareness of the disease among parents. <strong>Objective: </strong>This study was designed to assess the knowledge of risk factor of otitis media among Saudi population who live in AlAhsa province. <strong>Subjects and Methods:</strong> After ethical approval, data information was collected through a cross-sectional survey which performed among Saudi population. Statistical analysis computed using (SPSS). <strong>Result:</strong> The study comprised 924 participants, females were the majority 639 (69.2%), age groups 18 and older. Inadequate level knowledge was 85.39%. Winter and young babies are the most frequent risk factors 50% and 73.1% respectively. There were no statistical significant associated of demographic characteristics (age, job, number of children, and income) and knowledge and awareness of otitis media. But there is with educational level p=0.006. <strong>Conclusion: </strong>Knowledge and awareness of OM risk factors are inadequate, extensive health education, encouraging and training of parents are recommended<strong>.</strong>
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Eman Helal
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