Adolescentes e a busca pela atenção médica no município de São Cristóvão/SE

Abstract

Objectives: Comparing regular medical attention in relation to the age, gender and type school of the interviewees; Describing the main sources of information sought by teens to prevent themselves of STDs and pregnancy; Describing the main complaints and the means by which the adolescent seeks medical attention. Methodology: A cross- sectional study with 176 adolescents aged 12 to 19 enrolled in four schools in the city of São Cristóvão / SE, applying the standardized questionnaire on the subject. Results and Conclusion: The study revealed the frequency of search for regular medical care was 39.8%, with a greater demand for students in the private network, especially among students aged 12-15 years;Around 64% of the adolescents have sought medical care in the last 12 months, being performed in preference at the Health Center;The main complaint pointed out by adolescents was headache; Most teens also reported that their parents are the ones who take them there.Parents' support was the main source of information to prevent STDs and pregnancy.