Knowledge,Attitude and Practices of breast self examination among women in Biadan Community

Abstract

The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices on breast self examination among women in the Biadan community. A cross-sectional study was adopted.Convenience sampling technique was used to select participants for the study. A total of fiftyparticipants were recruited for the study. Questionnaire was the instrument used for the collection of data. Data analysis was done with the aid of Microsoft Excel. The study found that majority 44 (88%) of the respondents indicated they have heard of breast self-examination.Over half 26 (52%) of the respondents heard of breast self-examination from healthcare providers. Majority 43 (86%) of the respondents indicated that breast self-examination should be done monthly. Most 33 (66%) of the respondents indicated they have examined their breast for abnormality before. Majority of the respondents agreed that they were interested in breast self-examination 44 (88%) and breast self-examination aids in finding lumps in the breast 43 (86%).The study recommended that Public health officers in Biadan community should educate the women of reproductive ages about breast self-examination to increase the level of practice among women. The Ministry of Health must intensify awareness campaigns and training on breast self-examination with more focus on the adolescent.The study concluded that respondents had an average knowledge level on breast self examination due to the fact that some statements that determined the knowledge of respondents on breast self-examination were answered wrongly