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Research Article | Volume 13 Issue 10 (October, 2023) | Pages 213 - 218
To determine the KAP of Medical Students towards Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C
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Received
Aug. 5, 2023
Revised
Aug. 29, 2023
Accepted
Sept. 20, 2023
Published
Oct. 6, 2023
Abstract

Aim: To determine the KAP of Medical Students towards Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. Material and Methods: The medical students participated in a research that consisted of filling out questionnaires. The questions sought information on the respondent's knowledge and attitude towards diseases caused by hepatitis B and C. 100 students enrolled in the MBBS programme took part in the research. Knowledge, attitudes, and practises with regard to hepatitis B and hepatitis C were evaluated with the use of a pretested proforma that included a questionnaire. Results: Respondents' awareness of hepatitis B risk factors included the following: 98% knew about infected blood transfusions, 97% knew about sharing needles, 88% knew about infected mother to child transmission, 91% knew about unsafe sexual contact, and 94% knew about body piercing and/or tooing. Responders were aware of the risk factors for Hepatitis C, including the transmission of the virus via blood transfusions. 88%, 81% knew about sharing needles; 6% knew about transmitting infection from mother to kid; 63% knew about risky sexual contact; and 64% knew less about tattooing and piercing, which was demonstrated to be the case. 79% of students were aware that nausea and vomiting are symptoms of hepatitis C, and 75% were aware that a yellowish tint is one of those symptoms. 78% of students were aware of anorexia as a sign and symptom of hepatitis C, whereas 63% were aware of stomach discomfort, and 58% were aware of joint pain. Conclusion: The medical students have a strong understanding of both Hepatitis B and C, as well as a positive attitude towards the topic. It is very necessary, in order to prevent the further spread of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C, to educate medical students about the many facets of the illness and the need of vaccination as part of an active health education programme.

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