scholarly journals Oral cancer awareness among students from Mumbai University

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 1215
Author(s):  
Dnyanesh Limaye ◽  
Gauri Bhatkhande ◽  
Shweta Sabu ◽  
Aashvi Jain ◽  
Poorva Taskar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Oral Submucous Fibrosis ◽  
Mouth Opening ◽  
Undergraduate Curriculum ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Cancers ◽  
Almost All

Background: Oral cancer is among the top three types of cancers in India. Severe alcoholism, use of tobacco in the form of cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and betel nut chewing are the most common risk factors for oral cancer. Often individuals with pre cancer even notice the alterations, such as reduced mouth opening in oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF), but they are not aware about the causes and consequences of these changes. Awareness about causes and features of oral cancers can be very helpful in prevention, control and early diagnosis of oral cancer.Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among students from Mumbai University, India during May-June 2017. Five hundred students were approached to participate in the study of which 400 agreed to participate. Pretested questionnaire was distributed and collected data was analyzed using IBM SPSS version 23.Results: There were 199 (49%) males and 201 (50%) females in the study and response rate was (80%). Respondents had good knowledge about oral cancer. Seventy four percent (268/362) respondents correctly identified smoking, and tobacco chewing as possible causes of oral cancer. Almost all (96%; 348/362) respondents correctly responded that oral cancer does not spread from person to person through touch or speaking. Seventy two percent (260/362) respondents believed that oral cancer is curable. Significantly higher number of male (98%) compared to female participants answered correctly to questions regarding spread of disease and occurrence of oral cancer in AIDS patients.Conclusions: Participants showed good knowledge about oral cancer. Female participants showed lesser knowledge compared to male counterparts. Details about oral cancer should be incorporated in the undergraduate curriculum and periodic awareness programs should be organized for students.

scholarly journals Oral cancer awareness among university students from Karachi, Pakistan

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 40
Author(s):  
Dnyanesh Limaye ◽  
Patrick Ziesenis ◽  
Vaidehi Limaye ◽  
Mansoor Ahmad ◽  
Farah Saeed ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
University Students ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Cancers ◽  
Cancer Spread ◽  
Awareness Programs ◽  
Malignant Lesions ◽  
The University

Background: Oral cancers (OC) are malignant lesions occurring in the oral cavity that include squamous cell carcinomas (SCC), salivary gland and odontogenic neoplasms. Even though it is the eighth most common malignancy globally but in Pakistan it is the second commonest type of cancer. Lack of awareness about ill-effects of preventable risk factors of oral cancer increases the burden of disease due to the associated high cost of treatment, permanent impairment and high mortality. Hence, awareness can be very helpful in prevention, control and early diagnosis of oral cancer.Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among university students from Karachi, Pakistan during April to May 2018. Three hundred students were approached to participate in the study of which 277 agreed to participate. Pretested questionnaire was distributed and collected data was analysed using IBM SPSS version 23.Results: There were 125 (45%) males and 152 (55%) females in the study and response rate was 94%. Sixty one percent (154/250) respondents correctly identified smoking, and tobacco chewing as possible causes of oral cancer. Almost one third (74%; 184/250) respondents correctly responded that oral cancer does not spread from person to person through touch or speaking. Sixty six percent (164/250) respondents believed that oral cancer is curable. Mean score of knowledge was higher in females (61%) than males (53%). Significantly higher number of females compared to male participants answered correctly to questions regarding cause of oral cancer, spread of disease and occurrence of oral cancer in AIDS patients.Conclusions: Participants showed poor knowledge about oral cancer. Female participants showed better knowledge compared to male counterparts. Details about oral cancer should be incorporated in the university curriculum and periodic awareness programs should be organized for students.

Relationship between habits and precancerous lesions of the oral cavity – a clinicopathological study

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 254-259
Author(s):  
Dr. Ajay Kumar Yadlapalli ◽  
◽  
Dr. B Krishna Santosh ◽  
Dr. Dwarampudi S K Reddy ◽  
Dr. Panda Veeranjaneyulu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cavity ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Precancerous Lesions ◽  
Oral Submucous Fibrosis ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Premalignant Lesions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Cancers ◽  
Reticular Pattern ◽  
Oral Malignancy

Introduction: Oral cancers account for 3% of total malignancies. A research was conducted to findthe incidence, age, and sex distribution, clinical presentation, and the relationship between habitsand various premalignant lesions of the oral cavity. Methods: It was a hospital-based observationaland cross-sectional study, conducted in GSL Medical College, Rajamahendravaram from October2015 to April 2017. Individuals aged > 18 years, with leukoplakia, erythroplakia, blanched mucosawith or without fibrous bands and /or trismus suggestive of oral submucous fibrosis, bilateral whitishlesions with a reticular pattern suggestive of lichen planus, and ulcer against sharp tooth denturesuggestive of traumatic dental ulcers were taken. Individuals with frank oral malignancy, those withterminal diseases, those who did not submit informed consent were not considered. Results: Themajority of patients (33.33%) were aged between 51 – 60 years, belong (62.75%) to lowersocioeconomic status. Leukoplakia (64.7%) was a common clinical presentation. Most (49.02%) ofthe study patients presented with a burning sensation. When addictions were considered, 86.27% ofpatients were smokers, 23.53% were addicted to alcohol. Conclusion: Leukoplakia was thecommonest (64.71%) premalignant lesion, 51 – 60 years was the common age group. Premalignantlesions were most commonly seen among males, most of the study participants belong to low andmiddle socio-economic groups with a rural background. Diabetes mellitus was the most commoncomorbidity associated with premalignant lesions.

scholarly journals Knowledge and attitude towards voluntary blood donation among students from Mumbai University

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (6) ◽  
pp. 142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dnyanesh Limaye ◽  
Pooja Naik ◽  
Tejal Varekar ◽  
Priyanka Salunkhe ◽  
Chaitali Shah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
General Public ◽  
Blood Donation ◽  
Undergraduate Curriculum ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
National Health Care ◽  
Awareness Programs ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Almost All

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Blood is scarce; its demand far outweighs the supply. In addition to limited supply, the issue of safety especially with regard to the risk of transfusion transmissible infection is also an issue of utmost concern especially in the developing countries. Blood transfusion services in India have gained special significance in recent years and forms a vital part of national health care system. Voluntary Non-Remunerated Blood Donation (VNRBD) is the safest of all types of blood donations. One of the potential sources that can be tapped for blood donation is the young and physically fit students from educational institutions across India.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> A cross-sectional study was carried out among students from Mumbai University, India during May–June 2017. Two hundred and fifty students were approached to participate in the study of which 201 agreed to participate (males: 104; females: 97). Pretested questionnaire was distributed and collected data was analyzed using IBM SPSS version 23.  </p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> High number of participants agreed about encouraging general public about voluntary blood donation (96%; 193/201), lack of awareness about VBD in general public (82%; 164/201). But not a single participant was able to respond to the knowledge part of the questionnaire with 100% accuracy. Almost all the participants had correct knowledge about blood groups (98%; 196/201) and blood matching need (195/201; 97%).</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Participants showed good attitude but demonstrated poor knowledge about voluntary blood donation. Details about blood donation should be incorporated in the undergraduate curriculum and periodic awareness programs should be organized for students.</p>

scholarly journals Evaluating the Quality of Life in Oral Sub Mucous Fibrosis Patients by WHOQLF-Brief Questionnaire: A Study Protocol

2021 ◽  
pp. 171-175
Author(s):  
Dhiran Talatule ◽  
Ramhari Sathawane ◽  
Romita Gaikwad ◽  
Rakhi Chandak ◽  
Ayesha Sayyad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Oral Submucous Fibrosis ◽  
Mouth Opening ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Submucous Fibrosis

Background: - Oral Submucous fibrosis (OSMF) is a chronic insidious inflammatory disease which presents with the clinical presentation of burning sensation, fibrosis which ultimately leads to reduced mouth opening. The quality of life is the perception of an individual on their oral health as well as their well-being. The assessment of quality of life in the patients with OSMF plays an important role in the cessation of the habit. Aim: - To analyse the quality of life in patients diagnosed with Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSMF). Study Design: - Cross-Sectional Study Methodology: This is a cross-sectional study will be conducted on 300 diagnosed patients of OSMF. Selection of patients will be done as per the inclusion criteria. The nature and Purpose of the study will be explained to the patients before the data collection. Results: The results will be evaluated by the statistician after the data collection and the results will be published in the peer reviewed journals. Improvement in the quality of life in OSMF patients. Knowledge and awareness regarding the consequences of betelnut in the population of Central India.

scholarly journals ORAL SUBMUCOUS FIBROSIS

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (04) ◽  
pp. 520-525
Author(s):  
Muhammad Zeeshan ◽  
Ayesha Shakeel ◽  
Hafiz Yasir Mahmood ◽  
Muhammad Zeeshan
Keyword(s):  
Oral Submucous Fibrosis ◽  
Computer Software ◽  
Mouth Opening ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Areca Nut ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Submucous Fibrosis ◽  
Intralesional Steroids

Objectives: In this study we investigate the effectiveness of lycopene in themanagement of oral submucous fibrosis (OSF) when intralesional steroids also given incombination. Study Design: Cross sectional study. Setting: Dental Section Allied Hospital,Faisalabad. Period: Eight months from September 2016 to April 2017. Methodology: This crosssectional study was initiated after approval from hospital ethical board. Collected Informationwas entered in SPSS computer software version 23 and analyzed for possible results. Meanand SD was calculated and presented for quantitative data like age, VAS score and mouthopening. Frequency (percentages) were calculated and presented for qualitative data such asgender. Post stratification statistical chi square test was used to see effect modification. P value≤ 0.05 was considered as significant. Results: Overall, there were 100% (n=354) patients.Total patients who were selected for the study had the habit of chewing areca nut either innatural form or in the form of Pan Masala, gutkha or mawa. Gutkha is the most common formof areca nut used, i.e. 65.8% (n=233) patients were using it. In our study average increase inmouth opening from baseline (before treatment) was 5.12±1.03 mm in group A. 4.20±1.26mm in group B and 3.40±0.19 mm in group C at six week. Conclusion: When Lycopene usedcombined with intralesional steroids and Hyaluronidase its effectiveness is better in improvingthe mouth opening its symptoms in patients with Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSF). It was alsofound that there was no side effects.

scholarly journals Oral Cancer Awareness Among Dental Patients in Omdurman, Sudan: a cross-sectional Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tasneem Mohammed Babiker ◽  
Khansa Awad Alkareem Osman ◽  
Safa Abdelrawf Mohamed ◽  
Matab Abdalrhaman Mohamed ◽  
Hatim Mohammed Almahdi
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dental Patients

scholarly journals Public knowledge about oral cancer in Uganda: a free dental camp experience

2019 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 270-279
Author(s):  
Rose Chalo Nabirye ◽  
Adriane Kamulegeya
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Alcohol Use ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Medical Personnel ◽  
Tobacco Consumption ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Oral Cancers ◽  
Total Data

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to assess the levels of awareness and knowledge about oral cancer, its causes and or risk factors among Ugandan patients seeking oral healthcare.Design/methodology/approachThis was a cross-sectional study on adult patients who attended a free dental camp. An assistant-administered questionnaire either in English or Luganda was provided to every even-numbered registered adult who consented to participate in the study. Information on demographics and known risk factors for oral cancer were captured. The two knowledge questions on oral cancers were scored by adding up all the correctly identified causes, non-causes and risk factors then scored out of the total. Data analysis was done by calculating proportions, Student’s’t-tests andχ2tests with significantp-value set at 0.05.FindingsThe results showed a low level of awareness/knowledge about oral cancer in studied population. In total, 60 percent and less than 50 percent of respondents identified smoking and alcohol use as risk factors for oral cancer, respectively. Majority of respondents (88.8 percent) would seek help from medical personnel if diagnosed with oral cancer. Screening for cancer was low despite awareness and knowledge that it improves the chances of successful treatment.Research limitations/implicationsEmphasis on risk factors including alcohol use in public health messages, use of mass media, religious and community leaders to disseminate messages to the communities and further research were recommended.Practical implicationsWe need to emphasize the role of alcohol in oral cancer causation just as we do for tobacco consumption.Originality/valueNo study has been conducted in Uganda on the level of awareness yet the incidence of the disease and use of high-risk products are rising.

scholarly journals ORAL CANCER AWARENESS AMONG NON-MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS - A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY IN LADAKH

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (11) ◽  
pp. 263-270
Author(s):  
Mohd Hussain ◽  
◽  
Rubeena Anjum ◽  
Mandeep Kaur ◽  
Nidhi Khajuria ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Medical Professionals ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Common Cancer ◽  
Incidence And Mortality ◽  
Poor Understanding ◽  
Global Health Problem

Introduction:Oral Cancer is the fifth‑most common cancer and is the cause of 130,000 deaths worldwide annually. It is a global health problem with an increasing incidence and mortality rate and also has one of the lowest survival rates.Therefore, the aim of this study is to assess the awareness about Oral Cancer among non-medicalprofessionals in Ladakh. Methodology:A questionnaire-based survey was conducted over a period ofsixmonth among the different areas of Ladakh to assess the knowledge and awareness about Oral Cancer among non-medical professionals in Ladakh. A questionnaire containing 20 questions pertaining to awareness, signs, symptoms and risk factors of Oral Cancer was submitted to the participants. Results:Participants who completed the questionnaire had a poor understanding of Oral Cancer, particularly with regard to etiology, signs, symptoms & risk factors. Conclusion:Overall, the awareness about Oral Cancer among the non-medical professionalsin Ladakh was not satisfactory pointing to the need of mass awareness and dissemination of information about Oral Cancer and its risk factors.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude and practices regarding oral cancers amongst secondary school students in Lucknow district

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 557
Author(s):  
Mohammad Talib ◽  
Pratibha Gupta ◽  
Pankaj Bhardwaj
Keyword(s):  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Oral Cancers ◽  
The World ◽  
Causative Agents ◽  
Collection Data

Background: The world at present is heading towards various types of non communicable diseases which are also known as modern epidemics. Oral cancer is the eleventh most common cancer in the world. It accounts for approximately 2.4 percent of all cancers with high incidence rate in developing countries. Globally, it represents an incidence of 3% and 2% of all cancers among men and women respectively. The aim of the study is to assess Knowledge and Practices about oral cancers amongst the students of intermediate college. Methods: Study design was a cross sectional study. Study population was a list of intermediate colleges from Block Kakori was prepared with the help of social workers of the Department of Community Medicine. Two schools from the list were randomly selected by simple random sampling. Study area was at Kakori Block. Study duration was on July 2011- October 2011. Sample size was a total of 180 students were enrolled for the study who were present at the time of data collection. Data was tabulated using Microsoft Excel and analysed giving descriptive information. Results: Tobacco and alcohol are considered most potent causative agents of oral cancer by the majority (91.1% and 74.4%) of the students.51.1% of students considered it a blood disease, 25% of students told that it is infectious. When asked about knowledge regarding signs and symptoms of oral cancer majority (61.7%) of the students told that indigestion or difficulty in swallowing, unusual weight loss/gain (54.4%) and nagging change or hoarseness of voice by 41.1% students. Television emerges as the source of information about cancer for 55.00% students. 11.10% of students admitted to be using tobacco regularly with cigarette/bidi (42.3%) being the most common type of tobacco usage followed by gutka (30.8%). Conclusions: There is very much need of spreading more awareness about cancer and its prevalence. Correlation between oral cancers and tobacco abuse needs to be highlighted. Significant number of students was not having adequate awareness about signs and symptoms of oral cancers. 

Influence of Risk Habits on Demographic Factors and its Impact on Oral Submucous Fibrosis

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (11) ◽  
pp. 3058-3061
Author(s):  
Shahrayne Rashid ◽  
Saadia Manzar ◽  
Farhat Kazmi ◽  
Hazik Bin Shahzad ◽  
Zeeshan Aslam Jan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Paradigm Shift ◽  
Oral Submucous Fibrosis ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Mouth Opening ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Significant Finding ◽  
Areca Nut ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Submucous Fibrosis

Objective: To establish a correlation and evaluate paradigm shift of demographic parameters in oral submucous fibrosis patients due to use of areca nut and tobacco. Study Design: Cross sectional study. Place and Duration of the Study: Outpatient Department of Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital, Lahore from 1st November 2019 to 30th June 2021. Methodology: All patients with compliant of limited mouth opening and diagnosed clinically with oral submucous fibrosis were included. Biographical data was collected based on age, gender, literacy rate, socioeconomic conditions and habit of consumption of areca nut-based products and tobacco. Results: Prevalence of OSMF was 0.45% with mean age of 29.26±14.12 years. Areca nut alone is consumed more by females (44.12%) whereas combination of tobacco and areca nut use was higher in males (87.76%). Risk habits were found to be highest in uneducated/primary education (63.01%) and in low socioeconomic group (59.03%). Conclusion: Comparing the last two decades, there is paradigm shift in age of contracting OSMF towards younger age. Significant finding of areca nut use by females also draws attention for control measures. Harmful effects of areca nut and tobacco products should be highlighted and included in educational and community programs. Keywords: Oral submucous fibrosis, Potentially malignant disorders, Areca nut, Oral squamous cell carcinoma

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