Perceived stigma in people affected by leprosy in leprosy village of Sitanala, Banten, Indonesia

Leprosy is a disease among neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) that becomes a global problem. This disease causes the perceived stigma among people affected. This study was aimed to determine the most dominant factor affecting perceived stigma in people affected by leprosy in leprosy village of Sitanala, Tangerang District, Banten Province, Indonesia. Secondary data were used and taken from cross-sectionally, and samples were selected by purposively sampling. Results of the study showed that factors related to perceived stigma were education level, perception of knowledge about leprosy, level of disability, and cultural values. There was modification effect between the level of disability and perception of knowledge about leprosy, (OR₁=4.82 (95% CI = 1.26-18.34) and OR₂=1.18 (95% CI = 0.2-6.98)). The most dominant factor is education level (PAR% = 38.8%).