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[Diseases among refugee and immigrant children].

F K Pedersen, N E Møller

    Ugeskrift for Laeger
    |December 7, 2000
    PubMed
    Summary

    Newly arrived immigrant children in Denmark may present with various health conditions, including infections and nutritional deficiencies. Prompt diagnosis is crucial for addressing these potential health risks in pediatric populations.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric infectious diseases
    • Global child health
    • Immigrant health

    Context:

    • Children newly arrived in Denmark, including adopted children and those from asylum-seeking or refugee families, may have unique health considerations.
    • Their prior living conditions can predispose them to specific infections and nutritional issues.

    Purpose:

    • To outline relevant diagnostic considerations for healthcare providers managing newly arrived immigrant children.
    • To highlight common and significant health conditions encountered in this pediatric population.

    Summary:

    • Common concerns include scabies, lice, impetigo, fungal infections, nutritional deficiencies (iron), anemia due to gastrointestinal parasites (hookworms), malaria, tuberculosis, hepatitis B, and HIV.
    • Hemoglobinopathies such as sickle cell anemia and thalassemia are also important considerations for anemia.
    • Immigrant children are hospitalized twice as frequently as Danish children, with similar diagnoses but a higher incidence of psychological/behavioral disturbances and thalassemia.

    Impact:

    • Facilitates timely and accurate diagnosis of potential health issues in vulnerable pediatric populations.
    • Informs clinical practice and public health strategies for immigrant children's healthcare.
    • Contributes to improved health outcomes and integration of immigrant children.

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