ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE REGARDING VAGINITIS AMONG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS OF SELECTED SCHOOLS IN MANGALURU

Author Name: 1. Sunitha Cynthiya Lobo, 2. Mrs. Jacintha Jyothi Dsouza

Volume/Issue: 05/10

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2025-58812287/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. M.Sc. Nursing, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing, Masood College of Nursing, Saripalla, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India. Email: lobosunithaajith@gmail.com
2. Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing, Masood College of Nursing, Saripalla, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India.

ABSTRACT

Background: This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and attitude toward vaginitis among high school students in selected schools in Mangaluru. Methods: A cross-sectional study design was used, with purposive sampling selecting 85 students. Data collection involved structured knowledge questionnaires and a 5-point Likert attitude scale. Results: Among the 85 participants, 80 (94.1%) had poor knowledge of vaginitis, and 81 (95.4%) exhibited a neutral attitude. The correlation coefficient (r = -0.178) indicated a weak negative correlation between knowledge and attitude scores (p = 0.103, not statistically significant). Conclusion: The study highlights a lack of awareness regarding vaginitis among high school students. Improving hygiene education and access to affordable sanitary products in low-income areas may help reduce the infection rate..

Key words: Knowledge, Attitude, Vaginitis, High School Students