EXAMINING HOW WELL PATIENTS PERCEIVE THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF PERSONAL HYGIENE, CARE-SEEKING BEHAVIOUR, AND PREVENTION AND CAUSATION IN SUBJECTS WITH RESISTANT DERMATOPHYTOSIS

Abstract

Background: Recalcitrant dermatophytosis has been a significant worry for individuals in recent times. Patients' and
hosts' perceptions of refractory dermatophytosis provide insight into the true evaluation of deeply ingrained host variables
as well as strategies for overcoming the cultural and socioeconomic environments that impede efforts to avoid infection
recurrence and relapse.
Aim: In participants with persistent dermatophytosis, the current study sought to evaluate patients' perceptions of their
awareness of prevention and etiology, care-seeking behavior, and personal cleanliness.
Methods: A preset FGD guide was used to examine 24 participants in 2 groups who had persistent dermatophytosis. The
two FGD sessions were videotaped and written down. The texts were examined thematically, and themes that emerged
were evaluated with the use of illustrative quotes. The collected data were examined.
Results: Clothes drying and soap antiseptic cleaning helped to avoid disease. The spread of disease was linked to longterm
use of mustard oil baths in ponds and no change of underwear. The prevalent belief is that domestic chores, playing
outside, spending more than five hours in the sun, and wearing damp clothing can all lead to tinea. After the data pile was
sorted, five themes came to light: care-seeking behaviour, the influence of cultural and personal beliefs, prevention,
knowledge of the disease's risk factors, and ignorance of the condition.
Conclusion, it is important to critically examine conventional wisdom and misconceptions that lack supporting scientific
data. Treatment costs for dermatophytosis justify limiting the price of frequently prescribed antifungals. The population's
inability to adopt preventative measures is hampered by their professional obligations and low socioeconomic level.