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Older patients' experiences and perceptions of having their wounds treated with medical-grade honey

Authors: Seckam, Abdul; Mercer, Jenny;

Older patients' experiences and perceptions of having their wounds treated with medical-grade honey

Abstract

Ancient remedies in wound care have been used for millennia and are now being rediscovered; in particular, the use of honey. The purpose of this study was to capture and explore the meanings that participants assign to their lived experiences when using medical-grade honey to treat wounds. Six participants were recruited from a Lindsey Leg Club support group. Semi-structured interviews were conducted and the verbatim transcriptions were analysed using interpretative phenomenological analysis. Two themes were identified: experiences of using medical-grade honey and perceptions of honey as a natural folkloric medicine. This study revealed the complexity of using medical-grade honey to treat wounds and highlights patients' experiences and perceptions. The findings are reviewed and discussed in relation to the literature and implications for further research and clinical practice are suggested.

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United Kingdom
Keywords

Complementary Therapies, Skin Ulcer, Humans, Wounds and Injuries, Honey, Attitude to Health, Aged

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