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Contraceptive knowledge, perceptions, and concerns among men in Uganda.
Nityanjali Thummalachetty1, Sanyukta Mathur1, Margo Mullinax2
1Heilbrunn Department of Population and Family Health, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, 60 Haven Ave., B-2, New York, NY, 10032, USA.
BMC Public Health
|October 12, 2017
Summary
Ugandan men have limited knowledge and significant fears about modern contraceptive methods, often influenced by their partners. Addressing these misconceptions is crucial for improving family planning services and contraceptive uptake in Uganda.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Public Health
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- Low contraceptive uptake and high unmet need for contraception persist in Uganda.
- Male partners significantly influence women's contraceptive decisions.
- Limited qualitative research exists on Ugandan men's knowledge and concerns about modern contraceptives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate Ugandan men's sources of knowledge about contraception.
- To explore men's perceptions and concerns regarding contraceptive side effects.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing in-depth interviews.
- 41 married Ugandan men participated.
Main Results:
- Men's contraceptive knowledge primarily stemmed from partners' experiences, health providers, media, and peers.
- Concerns included method failure, adverse effects on women, and severe effects on children.
- HIV status did not influence contraceptive knowledge.
Conclusions:
- Accurate knowledge about contraceptive methods is limited among Ugandan men.
- Fears and misconceptions regarding modern contraceptive side effects are common.
- Family planning services need to actively engage men to address their knowledge gaps and fears.
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