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Incidence of childhood dermatosis in India

Jitendrakumar K Patel1, Aniruddha P Vyas, Brian Berman

  • 1Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL 33136, USA. drjitupatel@yahoo.com

Skinmed
|December 9, 2010
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Pediatric dermatology in India reveals infections are the most common skin conditions, particularly impetigo and pyoderma. Improving sanitation and nutrition can help control many common childhood dermatoses.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dermatology
  • Epidemiology
  • Tropical Medicine

Background:

  • Pediatric dermatologic conditions exhibit distinct patterns compared to adults, crucial for epidemiological analysis.
  • Understanding these patterns is vital for public health initiatives in pediatric dermatology.
  • This study focuses on children up to age 14 in Western India.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the etiology, incidence, age, and sex distribution of dermatologic conditions in children.
  • To identify seasonal variations in pediatric skin diseases.
  • To highlight unique features of pediatric dermatology in a developing tropical country.

Main Methods:

  • A clinical study involving tabulation and analysis of dermatologic conditions in 700 children (390 boys, 310 girls).
  • Data collected on etiology, incidence, age, sex, and seasonal variations.
  • Statistical analysis of the collected dermatological data.

Main Results:

  • Infectious etiologies were most common (38.43%), with impetigo (11.13%) and pyoderma (8.9%) being prevalent.
  • Scabies incidence was 5.32%; viral warts and molluscum contagiosum were common viral infections.
  • Eczema (6.64%), sweat gland disorders (8.86%), and atopic dermatitis (0.83%) were also observed.
  • Unique features included a high frequency of infections and disorders linked to nutrition and environment.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric skin conditions in tropical, developing regions are frequently infectious and environmentally influenced.
  • Interventions like improved sanitation, nutrition, and awareness are key to managing common pediatric dermatoses.
  • Addressing overcrowding and promoting hygiene are essential for controlling these conditions.

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