"This disease has made me lose the belief I had in myself": qualitative analysis of experiences among buruli ulcer disease patients in Nigeria using the socioecological model of health

"This disease has made me lose the belief I had in myself": qualitative analysis of experiences among buruli ulcer disease patients in Nigeria using the socioecological model of health

Abstract Introduction Buruli Ulcer Disease is a debilitating neglected tropical disease caused by “Mycobacterium ulcerans”, predominantly affecting marginalized populations in tropical and subtropical regions, including Nigeria. Previous studies have reported a prevalence rate of 61.3% for the disea...

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Main Authors: Precious Chidozie Azubuike, Ebuka Light Onyekachi, Michael Obule Enyam, Miracle Nwadiche, Chimankpam Kingsley Ogbonna, Promise Nmesomachi Timothy, Eberechukwu Ruth Uchegbu, James Abuo, Temidayo Akinreni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Springer 2025-05-01
Series:Discover Public Health
Subjects:
Experience
Buruli ulcer
Disfigurement
Disease
Neglected tropical disease
Stigma
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12982-025-00612-8
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