Symptom Perception, Symptom Management, and Healthcare-Seeking Behaviors among Individuals with Anaphylaxis
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Individuals with anaphylaxis experienced a wide range of allergic reactions, leading to diverse perceptions, symptom management, and healthcare-seeking behaviors. Delays in seeking care can be life-threatening. This qualitative study aimed to understand symptom perception, symptom management, and the decision-making process regarding hospital visits among individuals with anaphylaxis. An in-depth interview utilizing semi-structured and non-participant observation was employed for data collection. Participants were 25 individuals with a history of anaphylaxis, recruited through purposive sampling from the emergency department of Srinagarind Hospital between April and November 2023. Data were analyzed using content analysis, with trustworthiness ensured through triangulation. The average age of participants was 42.7 years, with 52% being male and 52% having experienced anaphylaxis more than once. Participants recognized anaphylaxis when experiencing symptoms in the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. This perception was associated with recognizing the life-threatening severity of symptoms, including the ability to identify the trigger. Those with prior anaphylaxis experience recognized symptoms more quickly than those with a gradual symptom onset. The study also found that television and knowledge gained from others influenced the rapid recognition of anaphylaxis symptoms. Symptom management included observing symptoms, avoiding the allergen, using oral and topical medications, managing discomfort, and deciding to visit the hospital when symptoms worsened. This study highlights the diverse experiences and management strategies of individuals with anaphylaxis, emphasizing the need for tailored educational interventions to improve healthcare-seeking behaviors.
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