Knowledge of Thyroid Disease Manifestations and Risk Factors Among Alahsa Population, Saudi Arabia
January 2024
in “
International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries
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Studysummary This study in Alahsa, Saudi Arabia, found that the majority of the general population has limited awareness of thyroid disease symptoms and risk factors, with only 21.8% demonstrating good knowledge about the disorders.
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A study conducted in Alahsa, Saudi Arabia, involving 390 participants, revealed that awareness of thyroid disease manifestations and risk factors is generally low, with only 21.8% of participants demonstrating good knowledge. Commonly recognized symptoms included increased body weight, neck pain, and hair loss, while risk factors identified were being female, radiation exposure, and iodine intake. The findings underscore the need to improve public knowledge and awareness of thyroid disorders in the region.
