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People's experiences living with peripheral neuropathy: a qualitative study
Maryam Alkandari1, Amelia Hollywood1
1School of Pharmacy, University of Reading, Reading, United Kingdom.
Frontiers in Pain Research (Lausanne, Switzerland)
|July 14, 2023
Summary
Peripheral neuropathy impacts many in Kuwait. Improving patient care requires addressing treatment beliefs, pain management barriers, and enhancing self-efficacy through better support and patient-centered approaches.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Qualitative Health Research
Background:
- Peripheral neuropathy is a growing health concern in Kuwait, affecting a significant portion of the population.
- Understanding the lived experiences of patients is crucial for improving care quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the experiences of individuals living with peripheral neuropathy in Kuwait.
- To identify challenges and opportunities for enhancing patient care and management.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study employing semi-structured interviews with 25 participants.
- Thematic analysis of transcribed and translated interview data using NVivo 12.
Main Results:
- Key themes identified: treatment beliefs, barriers to pain management (including side effects, healthcare professional relationships, access to information), and impact on quality of life.
- Self-efficacy emerged as a central, over-arching theme influencing all aspects of the patient experience.
- Identified barriers include medication side effects, communication with healthcare providers, and limited access to information and services.
Conclusions:
- There is a need for improved peripheral neuropathy treatments and care in Kuwait.
- Recommendations include promoting self-management strategies, adopting patient-centered approaches, and providing enhanced information and support to improve quality of life and self-efficacy.
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