Knowledge, Attitude, And Practices Towards Fibroadenoma And Breast Examination Among Young Adults In South Kerala: A Cross Sectional Study

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Nandana Sanalkumar; Dr.Drishya.L; Prof. Dr. Shaiju S Dharan

Knowledge, Attitude, And Practices Towards Fibroadenoma And Breast Examination Among Young Adults In South Kerala: A Cross Sectional Study

Authors: Nandana Sanalkumar, Dr.Drishya.L, Prof. Dr. Shaiju S Dharan

Unique Paper ID: 183848
Volume: 12
Issue: 3
PageNo: 3217-3226

Keywords: fibroadenoma fibroadenopathy breast self-examination breast cancer

Abstract:
The study aims to assesss the knowledge, attitude and practice towards fibroadenoma and breast examination among young adults in South Kerala. It was a public cross-sectional study conducted, between December 2024 and May 2025. The study was conducted among 150 young female adults in the age group of 18 – 35 years. The participants were asked to fill the questionnaire regarding their knowledge, attitude and practice regarding Fibroadenoma and examination. The final data is summarized statistically using Pearson correlation method. The study evaluated participants' knowledge, attitude, and practice, offering key insights into their health awareness and behaviour. Findings showed that 34.7% of participants had good knowledge, while 65.3% had only average understanding, highlighting the need for improved educational efforts. In terms of attitude, 37.3% displayed a favourable outlook, but a larger group (62.7%) held less favourable attitudes, suggesting hesitation or lack of confidence about the topic. When it came to health-related practices, 44.0% of individuals followed good practices, reflecting positive behaviour, while the remaining 56.0% exhibited average practices, indicating a need for further motivation and support to adopt healthier routines. Overall, the results suggest a moderate level of awareness, with significant potential for improvement in knowledge, mindset, and behavioural aspects. The analysis indicates that increasing knowledge can positively influence both attitudes and practices among participants. However, the lack of a significant relationship between attitude and practice suggests that other factors may be at play in determining health behaviours. These insights highlight the importance of educational interventions aimed at enhancing knowledge to foster better health outcomes.

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ISSN: 2349-6002
Volume: 12
Issue: 3
PageNo: 3217-3226

Knowledge, Attitude, And Practices Towards Fibroadenoma And Breast Examination Among Young Adults In South Kerala: A Cross Sectional Study

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