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Title
Knowledge and self-care management practices of asthma among Bangladeshi women; [Conocimientos y prácticas de autocuidado del asma entre mujeres de Bangladesh]

Author
Mahamaya Acharjee, MD. MONIR HOSSAIN SHIMUL, Salamat Khandker,

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Abstract

Asthma is a major global health concern, affecting over 300 million individuals worldwide, with a disproportionately high burden in low- and middle-income countries like Bangladesh. It is characterized by recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, and airway inflammation, significantly impairing the quality of life of affected individuals. In Bangladesh, asthma accounts for 1.24% of annual deaths, and among women, socio-economic and cultural constraints further exacerbate self-care challenges. Despite the availability of treatment, self-care practices remain inconsistent, often due to limited awareness, financial barriers, and inadequate access to healthcare facilities. Studies suggest that knowledge about asthma management positively correlates with improved adherence to treatment regimens, but evidence on asthma self-care management among Bangladeshi women remains scarce. Addressing this knowledge gap is crucial to developing targeted interventions to improve asthma outcomes in this vulnerable population.12


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Atencion Primaria

Publication Year
2025

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