Walker CK, Hitti J, Nsubuga PS, Sembajwe V, Katende S, Mbidde EK; International Conference on AIDS.
Int Conf AIDS. 1993 Jun 6-11; 9: 95 (abstract no. WS-C14-2).
UCSF.
OBJECTIVES: To assess knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs which affect willingness to use condoms in STD Clinic patients. METHODS: 200 Mulago Hospital STD Clinic patients underwent a questionnaire in Mar-May 1992. 6 single-gender focus groups were held by trained social scientists to assess validity of study results. RESULTS: All but one had heard of condoms, & 88% correctly identified a packaged condom. Knowledge of the role of condoms in STD and HIV prevention was high, 88% & 80% respectively. 30% had used condoms, 21% had used in the past year, and 0.5% used always. Common myths included: They get stuck in the vagina, often resulting in surgery and/or death (68%); Only unfaithful partners use them (66%); They can give you AIDS (29%). Other reasons for non-use included religious objections (44%) & wanting children (32%). Those who knew other condom users were more likely to use themselves (OR 2.01, p = 0.05). Men used condoms more than women (OR 1.87, p = 0.05) & were more willing to buy them (OR 2.20, p = 0.007). 76% wanted to learn about female condoms, & 57% wanted to try them. Male condom users were more likely to consider female condom use (OR 5.91, p < 0.000). CONCLUSIONS: 1) Although knowledge of condoms & their role in STD/HIV prevention is high, consistent use remains low in this high-risk population. 2) Success in condom promotion will involve understanding & overcoming negative attitudes & beliefs. 3) Receptivity to the female condom is high.
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Keywords:
- Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
- Ambulatory Care Facilities
- Child
- Condoms
- Condoms, Female
- Culture
- Female
- Humans
- Male
- Questionnaires
- Safe Sex
- Uganda
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UI: 102205836
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