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Awareness and Knowledge of Antibiotic Resistance and Risks of Self-Medication With Antibiotics Among the Aseer Region Population, Saudi Arabia, 2023.
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Abstract
backgroundAntibiotics are a groundbreaking discovery that revolutionized the treatment of infectious diseases in both humans and animals during the 20th century. However, their overuse and misuse led to serious public health threats, causing widespread concern and significant social and economic consequences. Microorganisms have a natural ability to develop resistance to antibiotics over time through genetic mechanisms, which has further exacerbated the problem. Unfortunately, in the last two decades, there has been a dearth of new antibacterial substances discovered, which has only worsened the situation.
aimThis study aims to assess the awareness and knowledge of antibiotic resistance and risks of self-medication with antibiotics among the Aseer region population, Saudi Arabia 2023.
methodsAn observational cross-sectional survey was conducted in Saudi Arabia targeting persons aged 18 to 80 years old living in the Aseer region, Southern of Saudi Arabia. The data were collected using a pre-structured questionnaire after an intensive literature review and expert's consultation. The questionnaire was distributed throughout the social medial channels. The study questionnaire was uploaded online till no more new cases participated and no new answers were obtained. Results: A total of 300 participants completed the study questionnaire. Participants' ages ranged from 18 to 80 years with a mean age of 31.5 ± 12.9 years old. Exactly 200 participants (66.7%) were females. As for the educational level, 209 (69.7%) had a university level of education. Two-hundred and three (67.7%) participants had an overall poor knowledge and awareness about antibiotic resistance and risks of self-medication. Also, 103 (34.3%) participants used antibiotics without prescription before and 100 (33.3%) used leftover antibiotics from a previous infection.
conclusionIn conclusion, the current study showed that nearly one out of three participants in the Aseer region had unprescribed antibiotics. Another unsafe practice was that the same percent used leftover antibiotics from a previous infection. As for participants' knowledge of antibiotic resistance, also one-third of the respondents had good knowledge about the issue.
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