ArticleBMC public health2024
A qualitative enquiry into lived experience and coping strategies of undergraduates with sickle cell disease in Nigeria.
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- Perception among adult sickle cell patients on the use of herbal medicine in the management of sickle cell disease in Ghana: a qualitative study.Journal of community genetics · 2026Article
- Temporal patterns of haemoglobin phenotypes among Nigerian university students based on ten years of surveillance data.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Unveiling the psychosocial and academic implications of living with sickle cell disease among undergraduates in a private university in Nigeria.Frontiers in public health · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundSickle cell disease (SCD) is of serious public health concern. Paucity of literature exists on qualitative experiences of people with SCD, despite substantial research on the clinical signs and management of the disease. This study examined how SCD affects a range of undergraduate students' experiences, their academic achievements, relationships, mental health and healthcare utilization.
methodsThis was an exploratory qualitative study that interviewed 22 participants selected by thematic saturation between September 2023 and February 2024. The study was conducted in Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State and Bowen University Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, annex of Bowen University, Nigeria. Thematic analysis of qualitative data was conducted.
resultsEight distinct themes emerged and were linked to the study objectives. Findings show resilience and determination of the students in navigating the complexities of living with sicknesses while pursuing their academic goals and daily activities. This underscores the need for increased community awareness, support for undergraduates living with SCD, and access to effective healthcare to better assist undergraduates with SCD in managing their health and academic responsibilities effectively.
conclusionHealth professionals and lecturers working with undergraduates with SCD should be aware of diverse coping strategies for them and prioritize integrating such into clinical conversations and support in appropriate contexts.
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