2001, Number 2
Lung tuberculosis in a group of patients at the National Institute of Pulmonary Diseases. An anthropological approach.
Olvera CT, Barragán SA, Olvera CR
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Language: Spanish
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Page: 99-104
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ABSTRACT
Introduction: The cultural and social characteristics of 50 lung tuberculosis patients at the INER are described, including their representations and practices regarding the disease, and their notions of health and tuberculosis. Objective: To determine the causes that influence patient acceptance or rejection of the disease and its treatment, and to propose a corresponding attitude towards patients. To determine if self-attention is the best option for attending the disease and if patients have other options in chronic cases. Material and methods: Fifty lung tuberculosis patients of both sexes who had been attended at the INER in a period of eight months were interviewed. Data in the Tuberculosis Reference Sheet were analyzed as well as patients’ anthropometric study. Statistical and epidemiological data were reviewed to check the national and world tuberculosis situation. Results: Notions on health, disease, tuberculosis and chronic disease were obtained through interviews with the patients. Anthropometric and demographic data were obtained from their records. Conclusions: A generalized idea prevails among, patients of not having received appropriate previous medical attention, and that the responsible group should improve communication with the population regarding tuberculosis prevention measures and control.REFERENCES