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Vol. 2, Issue 11, Part G (2016)
Prevalence of skin disease among adolescent girls and their impact on quality of life
Prevalence of skin disease among adolescent girls and their impact on quality of life
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Abstract
Introduction:Skin diseases are
significant health concerns that can impose a substantial psychological and
emotional strain on individuals, potentially surpassing the physical
consequences. Adolescence is a pivotal period in biophysical development;
consequently, the progression of self-esteem, self-confidence, and social
engagement may be adversely affected by skin conditions that occur during this
time. The purpose of this research was to determine the prevalence, pattern,
and impact of cutaneous diseases on the quality of life of adolescents.
Introduction:Skin diseases are
significant health concerns that can impose a substantial psychological and
emotional strain on individuals, potentially surpassing the physical
consequences. Adolescence is a pivotal period in biophysical development;
consequently, the progression of self-esteem, self-confidence, and social
engagement may be adversely affected by skin conditions that occur during this
time. The purpose of this research was to determine the prevalence, pattern,
and impact of cutaneous diseases on the quality of life of adolescents.
Materials
and Methods:We gathered 1648 young girls between the ages of 10
and 16 from ten schools that were close to a tertiary care facility. The
attending physician documented the severity of the skin illness. The impact of
skin conditions on their quality of life was evaluated using the dermatological
life quality index (DLQI) questionnaire.
and Methods:We gathered 1648 young girls between the ages of 10
and 16 from ten schools that were close to a tertiary care facility. The
attending physician documented the severity of the skin illness. The impact of
skin conditions on their quality of life was evaluated using the dermatological
life quality index (DLQI) questionnaire.
Results: Among the total cases
832 (50.48%) had skin diseases, of them 464 participants had two or more than 2
skin diseases. pediculosis (57.09%) was the most common skin condition, followed by
pityriasis alba (34.62%), seborrhoeic dermatitis (26.56%), acne (23.32%),
pyoderma (11.78%), scabies (10.45%), and Ichthyosis (7.21%).
832 (50.48%) had skin diseases, of them 464 participants had two or more than 2
skin diseases. pediculosis (57.09%) was the most common skin condition, followed by
pityriasis alba (34.62%), seborrhoeic dermatitis (26.56%), acne (23.32%),
pyoderma (11.78%), scabies (10.45%), and Ichthyosis (7.21%).
Conclusion:Adolescence is a pivotal
phase that marks the transition from childhood to adulthood. In order to
prevent visible skin conditions and a decrease in self-confidence, it is
necessary to adequately manage numerous dermatological illnesses.
phase that marks the transition from childhood to adulthood. In order to
prevent visible skin conditions and a decrease in self-confidence, it is
necessary to adequately manage numerous dermatological illnesses.
Pages: 486-489 | 33 Views 20 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Dr. Saheb Pemaji Kapure. Prevalence of skin disease among adolescent girls and their impact on quality of life. Int J Appl Res 2016;2(11):486-489.
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