Epidemiological Study of Common Dermatological Disorders in Western Nepal: A Cross-Sectional Comparative Study
Journal Title: Journal of Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University - Year 2016, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
Background: Skin diseases and their complications are a major burden on the health system of many nations. Since there is a paucity of data regarding the epidemiological status among the local population at the different parts of Nepal which are geographically distinct from each other, the present study was conducted to meet the need of an hour. Aim and Objectives: To identify and compare the pattern of dermatological diseases in the outpatients reporting to a medical camp that was organized at three distinct part of Nepal. Material and Methods: All cases with dermatological complaints attending the medical camp were included in the study after thorough examination. Data were collected, tabulated and analyzed statistically. Results: Out of 1,045 dermatological cases, who reported to the camp, 45.3% (mean age 26.3±30.3) were males and 54.7% (mean age 31.8±45.5) were females with the maximum number of disorders present in patients under the age group 16 to 30 years (33.6%) for all the study groups. Non-infective conditions (55.8%) outweighed infective conditions (36.8%). Conclusion: The identification of these diseases which are usually neglected by the community is important for proper diagnosis, treatment and for dermatologic education and research as well.
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Pokhrel Kumar , Parajuli S , Shah M , Sushma Subed
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