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Ecologic perspective of dermatologic problems in North Eastern India.

¹Department of Skin and STD 151 Base Hospital, C/o 99 APO, India.

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology

|July 28, 2007

Summary

Geographic location impacts skin disease rates in developing nations. In India

Area of Science:

Dermatology
Epidemiology
Public Health

Background:

Skin disease incidence is influenced by geography, particularly in developing countries.
Understanding disease patterns is crucial for public health planning and dermatology services.
Geographic factors significantly shape the epidemiology of skin conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To document the pattern of skin diseases in North-East India.
To analyze the prevalence of infectious versus non-infectious dermatoses in the region.
To provide data for regional dermatology service planning and research.

Main Methods:

Retrospective analysis of dermatological cases.
Recording and categorization of diagnosed skin diseases.

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Epidemiological data collection from a specific geographic region.

Main Results:

The study recorded the spectrum of skin diseases in North-East India.
Non-infectious dermatoses were found to be slightly more common than infectious dermatoses.
Geographic variations in skin disease patterns were observed.

Conclusions:

The pattern of skin diseases in North-East India shows a predominance of non-infectious conditions.
Epidemiological data is essential for tailoring dermatology services to regional needs.
Further research into geographic influences on skin diseases is warranted.