The Relationship between Knowledge and the Occurrence of Vaginal Discharge

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Published: Apr 18, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56741/bikk.v2i02.260
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Female Students, Knowledge, Vaginal Discharge, Vulva Hygiene

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Dian Purbasari
Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta
Suesti
Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta
Intan Mutiara Putri
Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6561-4730
Gokir Nengak
Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital

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This study aimed to investigate the relationship between knowledge of vulva hygiene and the occurrence of vaginal discharge among female students in the female boarding high school in Indonesia. A total of 48 students were selected through purposive sampling and data was collected using a questionnaire. The results showed that 31.8% of unmarried women or adolescent girls aged 12-24 years experienced vaginal discharge. Lack of knowledge about vaginal discharge among adolescents and feeling embarrassed to consult health professionals were the reasons for not seeking treatment. This puts adolescent girls at a higher risk of experiencing vaginal discharge. The analysis using the Chi-square test showed a significant relationship (p<0.05) between knowledge of vulva hygiene and the occurrence of vaginal discharge, with a correlation coefficient of 0.416, indicating a moderate relationship. Therefore, it is recommended that respondents increase their knowledge of vulva hygiene, and those experiencing pathological vaginal discharge should improve genital hygiene to avoid future health issues.

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Purbasari, D., Suesti, Putri, I. M., & Nengak, G. (2023). The Relationship between Knowledge and the Occurrence of Vaginal Discharge. Buletin Ilmu Kebidanan Dan Keperawatan, 2(02), 69–76. https://doi.org/10.56741/bikk.v2i02.260
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Author Biographies

Dian Purbasari, Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta

is a student in the Bachelor's program of Midwifery Education and Profession at the Faculty of Health Sciences at 'Aisyiyah University Yogyakarta. She is currently pursuing her undergraduate studies in midwifery and is passionate about women's health. (email: dianpurbasari16@gmail.com).

Suesti, Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta

is a lecturer at 'Aisyiyah Yogyakarta University. She began teaching in 2001 and served as laboratory coordinator from 2005-2007. Her educational background includes a diploma in Educator Midwifery from Gadjah Mada University in 2001, and a Master's degree in Mother and Children Health from the same university in 2011. (email: suesti2023@gmail.com).

Intan Mutiara Putri, Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta

is a lecturer of Midwifery Study Program of the Undergraduate Program of the Faculty of Health Sciences at 'Aisyiyah University Yogyakarta. He started teaching in 2014, currently serving as Head of the Admission Bureau. Her education history is DIV Midwife Educator at the University of Muhammadiyah Tangerang in 2013, Master of Midwifery at 'Aisyiyah University Yogyakarta in 2017. (email: intan.mutiaraputri@unisayogya.ac.id).

Gokir Nengak, Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital

is a highly qualified and experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. He holds the prestigious title of Fellow of the West African College of Surgeons (FWACS). He serves as a Lecturer in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Modibbo Adama University, Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria, and also works as a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital, Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria. His contributions to the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology through his teaching, research, and clinical practice have been highly regarded. (email: gokirnengak@gmail.com).

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Received 2023-01-27
Accepted 2023-04-18
Published 2023-04-18

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