Abstract
Background: Differently-abled children may be particularly susceptible to skin disorders either as a direct consequence of their disability or due of lack awareness regarding personal and environmental hygiene. Aim: To study the prevalence of skin problems in differently-abled children. Materials and Methods: A total of 122 differently-abled children in two special schools were examined for this study. Details regarding the disabilities were obtained from the school records. Results: More than half (53.2%) of the children had skin problems. Infections and infestations, acne, and dermatitis were the common dermatoses encountered in the present study. Conclusion: Periodic skin examination is of vital importance for all people with disabilities to reach a proper diagnosis and to offer treatment. Health education for teachers and parents on maintenance of sound personal hygiene and a clean environment is also recommended.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 35-37 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Indian Journal of Dermatology |
| Volume | 57 |
| Issue number | 1 |
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| Publication status | Published - 01-01-2012 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Dermatology