International Medical Journal (ISSN:13412051)

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International Medical Journal ISSN: (13412051) is an international open-access journal publishes twelve times each year. The "International Medical Journal" is a peer-reviewed, monthly, online international research journal, which publishes original articles, research articles, review articles with top-level work from all areas of Medical Science Research and their application including Aetiology, bioengineering, biomedicine, cardiology, chiropody, ENT etc. Researchers in all Medical Science and Pharmacy fields are encouraged to contribute articles based on recent research. Journal publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field of Medical Science and Pharmacy Research, and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. International Medical Journal journal covers almost all disciplines of Medical Science and Pharmacy. Researchers and students of M.B.B.S, M.D., D.T.C.D., GYNE., M.S., M.Pharma, And PhD are requested to send their original research articles to International Medical Journal. Lizi Jiaohuan Yu Xifu/Ion Exchange and Adsorption Fa yi xue za zhi

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International Medical Journal ISSN: (13412051) is a peer-reviewed journal. The journal seeks to publish original research articles that are hypothetical and theoretical in its nature and that provide exploratory insights in the following fields but not limited to:

Anatomy Physiology Biochemistry Pharmacology
Pathology Forensic medicine Microbiology Community Medicine
Otorhinolaryngology Internal Medicine General Surgery Obstetrics and Gynecology
Radiology Pulmonary Medicine Dermatology and Venereal diseases Infectious Diseases
Anaesthesia Cancer research Neurosurgery Orthopedics

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International Medical Journal
Journal ID : IMJ-07-04-2020-396
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Title : Quality of life among tuberculosis patients in Indonesia: A cross sectional survey
Abstract : Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease that makes patients suffer not only because of symptoms of the disease, but also the resultant of general deterioration in their quality of life (QoL). Quality of life among TB patients has developed as the best tool to evaluate tuberculosis therapy outcomes. The aim of this study was to evaluate QoL and related factors among TB patients. A descriptive study with cross-sectional design was performed in November to December 2019. About 156 tuberculosis patients from three lung clinics in Yogyakarta city were recruited to participate in this study. A validated questionnaire consisted of characteristics of demographic and clinical data, and Short Form-36 (SF-36) Quality of Life instrument was used. Descriptive and inferential statistics were chosen. A Mann whitney test was used to test the difference score of QoL among TB patients. The results of the current study indicated that the mean QoL scores among tuberculosis patients in referal hospital in Yogyakarta lower than the normal range (60.45 ± 12.23). The results highlighted that lowest scores for QoL were observed in the domain of vitality (56.35 ± 9.22) followed by domain of social functioning (57.34 ± 8.45). Overall, type of TB, stage of treatment, comorbid, and smoking status were significantly associated with QoL of TB patients. Our study reveals that tuberculosis and its comorbidities have physcial impact as well as social functioning of quality of life. The findings of this study can be the basis for improving TB programs in Yogyakarta in particular and Indonesia in general.
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International Medical Journal
Journal ID : IMJ-07-04-2020-395
Total View : 204
Title : Mental Health Literacy among University Students in Yogyakarta
Abstract : Mental health literacy is really important among university students since about one-third of university students suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder, and 64% of individuals who dropped out of college did so because of a mental disorder. Although 75% of lifetime disorders have their onset during college years, studies have also shown that college students cannot effectively recognize their mental illness or symptoms. This study aimed to observe the mental health literacy among university students in Yogyakarta, as well as to explore the impact of sociodemographic on the Mental Health Literacy Questionnaire score. A survey-based cross-sectional study, carried out in five universties in Yogyakarta province in January 2020. About 650 health and non-health related field students participated in the study. Mental Health Literacy Questionnaire (MHLq), with previously validated and piloted to non-sample students was delivered. Descriptive analysis and chi-square test were applied to see the association between demographic groups and literacy levels within each sample. Surprisingly, only 18.46% of respondents aware about the mental health status of their friends. The mean of MHLq global score was 113.25, which is relatively low. This study found that gender, level of study, study field, and willingness to join mental health program were significantly affected MHLq global score among students. This study showed that mental health literacy among university students in Yogyakarta was relatively poor. Differences were found regarding gender, level of study, study field, and willingness to join mental health program. More investigations on the mental health literacy of university students Indonesia should be undertaken. Furthermore, intervention such as mental health program to raise and improve awareness about mental health literacy should be embarked on.
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International Medical Journal
Journal ID : IMJ-07-04-2020-394
Total View : 222
Title : Community awareness on Covid-19 among urban population in Yogyakarta
Abstract : In Indonesia, the number of Covid-19 cases has reached almost 2,000 confirmed cases with a relatively high rate of fatality (9.1%) since it was identified from the beginning of March to April 2020. The objective of this study was to present the knowledge and awareness on Covid-19 among urban community in Yogyakarta. An online cross-sectional survey was conducted in March 15-31, 2020. A set of questionnaire adopted from Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website was developed and validated resulting 6,98 alpha cronbach. Four sections of questionnaire include (1) socidemogpahic characteristics, (2) knowledge and awareness of Covid-19’s symptoms and prevention, (3) Household preparation for Covid-19 outbreak, and (4) Self-assessment of fear and stress related to Covid-19. Response of all participants was presented descriptively. Among 870 respondents, average respondent age was 28.23 ± 10.21 years, mostly female (63.22%) and senior high school as education (50.57%). Overall, the knowledge and awareness among respondents on Covid-19 were in the range of 60-90%. There was a high level of fear and stress in the community as a result of this outbreak, where 95.40% of respondents felt fear and worry about their own health and the health of their loved ones. Facts and valid information from the government are needed to increase knowledge and awareness on Covid-19 among community and reduce the stress caused by the pandemic.
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International Medical Journal
Journal ID : IMJ-07-04-2020-393
Total View : 169
Title : Trend of self-medication among children in Yogyakarta Urban Community
Abstract : The prevalence of self-medication in Yogyakarta is quite high. Nonetheless, there are very few concrete data related to self-medication among children. The aim of this study is to explain the causes, common symptoms and medication type of self-medication among children asked by mother in the province of Yogyakarta. A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out among mothers of children under 126 years of age who attended the outreach program held by Primary Health Center, from October to December 2019. A convenience sampling was performed based on informed consent given. A validated questionnaire on self-medication practice for children, symptoms usually medicated, and types of medicine was collected. Data was was analysed using SPSS 21.0. The main reasons for mothers to self-medicate their children were past experience with similar conditions (75.00%), perception of low severity (65.00%) and leftover medicine at home (58.00%). Fever (70.00%), cough and cold (57.50%), diarrhea (41.00%), allergies (35.83%), and skin problem (32.83%) were commonly symptoms alleviated by self-medication. Frequently used medicine class were antipyretics (63.00%), cough and cold syrup (51.67%), and antibiotics (42.83%). Self-medication among children is very common and difficult to be monitored. It is necessary to educate mothers about the proper use of self-medication.
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International Medical Journal
Journal ID : IMJ-07-04-2020-392
Total View : 131
Title : Practice of Contraception Use among Rural Women in Yogyakarta Villages
Abstract : Practice of contraception is really important to improved health and quality of life, decrease global maternal mortality, health benefit for maternal and her child, and economic efficiency. Furthermore, women who need a contraception has any reason for choose a contraception method. This study aimed to observe practice of contraception use among rural women in Yogyakarta. A self-reported questionnaire, using cros-sectional study design was employed. Childbearing age and married women was recruited during the Empowerment Program for Family Planning in November 2019, involving rural villages representing poorest area in two districts, Sleman and Bantul. A systematic sampling was selected to choose 564 households with women 21–50 years old or children under five. Women are being asked the current use of contraceptive method and their contraceptive provider. Influencers in contraception use and experiencing of side effects were also being asked including reasons of its use. Data were presented descriptively in number and proportion. Most of participants (37.23 %) used hormone injection, one of fifth (23.94 % and 21.28 %) used intrauterine device and oral pills. Each of participants used other methods of contraception such as sterile method (11.52 %) and condom (6.03 %). Unfortunately, this study showed 41.84 % of participants reported having experience side effect of contraception use regarding weight gain (70.76 %), nausea (28.81 %), and headache (23.73 %). This study showed that practice of contraception among rural women in Yogyakarta was dominantly three main methods such as hormone injection, intrauterine device, and pills methods. On the other hand, participants reported having experience side effect of contraception use regarding weight gain, nausea, and headache. Furthermore, intervention such as counselling and provide an information to increase knowledge and improve awareness about contraception should be doing intensively.
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