Self-ear cleaning practices and the associated risk of ear injuries and ear-related symptoms in a group of university students
J. Public Health Africa (Online)
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8(2): 149-154, 2017. ilus
Artigo
em Inglês
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| ID: biblio-1263261
ABSTRACT
Self-ear cleaning is the insertion of objects into the ear canal to clean it, a widespread practice that has the potential to compromise its integrity as a natural, selfcleansing mechanism, and a risk factor for possible injuries. The practice is common among young adults and highest in university than any other graduates. This study aimed to determine the self-ear cleaning practices and associated risk of injury and related symptoms in undergraduate students at KwaZulu-Natal University. The descriptive survey utilized a self-administered questionnaire. Of the 206 participants that responded, 98% engaged in self-ear cleaning, with 75% indicating that it was beneficial. The commonest method (79.6%) being the use of cotton buds, with an associated injury rate of 2.4%. There was no statistically significant associations between those who used or did not use cotton buds and the symptoms experienced. The complications indicate that self-ear cleaning does pose a risk for injury, necessitating more community information and education
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Autocuidado
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Sinais e Sintomas
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África do Sul
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Estudantes de Medicina
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Higiene
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Orelha
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Orelha Externa
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Estudo de etiologia
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Fatores de risco
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África
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Inglês
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J. Public Health Africa (Online)
Ano de publicação:
2017
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Artigo
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