Formosa Journal of Science and Technology (FJST)
Vol. 2 No. 5 (2023): May, 2023

Increasing Knowledge and Behavioral Change in Handling and Prevention of Gout Through Counseling in Antang Village, Manggala District, South Sulawesi

Rismawati Kadir (Universitas Negeri Makassar)
Rizkia Djohar (Universitas Negeri Makassar)
Irmawati (Universitas Negeri Makassar)
Almaida (Universitas Negeri Makassar)
Maya Apriliah Ruslan (Universitas Negeri Makassar)

Article Info

Publish Date
30 May 2023

Abstract

Gout has become a significant health problem in Indonesia, including in Antang Village. This disease can cause joint pain, swelling, and serious complications if left untreated. This research aims to see the effect of counseling on gout disease by increasing knowledge and changing the behavior of people in the Antang Village. The method used is a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling, involving nine respondents who met the criteria of being elderly and suffering from gout. The sources of data in this study came from interviews with respondents, direct observation, and medical records. This research was conducted within one week in Antang Village, Manggala District. The results showed that counseling on gout disease was effective in increasing public knowledge in Antang Village.

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Formosa Journal of Science and Technology (FJST)
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fjst

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PT FORMOSA CENDEKIA GLOBAL

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Humanities Computer Science & IT Education Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering Social Sciences

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Formosa Journal of Science and Technology (FJST) is an open-access scientific journal that publishing full-length research papers and review articles covering subjects that fall under the wide spectrum of science and technology. FJST journal is dedicated towards dissemination of knowledge related to ...