Makassar ethnic community perception about pre-eclampsia: A study phenomenology

Abstract

Objective

This study was aimed to describe the Makassar ethnic community's perception regarding pre-eclampsia in Gowa district.

Methods

This study used a descriptive phenomenological design; the respondents were the Makassar ethnic community in the SombaOpu and Bajeng Primary Health Care. The study began in May until July 2019 with 36 informants using non-probability sampling technique.

Results

People recognize as poisoning based on cultural perceptions adopted. For example, consuming shrimp, squid, crabs, moringa leaves, sitting in front of the door, and eating in bed.

Conclusion

Makassar ethnic perceptions about pre-eclampsia based on “taboo” or taboo during pregnancy.