Warood Albadri; Shiva Shankar Marri; M Kavya; Bhargavi M Uttmani; Arun Inamadar
Abstract
Diet plays a critical role in the maintenance of various physiological functions in cutaneous structures. Inadequacy of a well-balanced diet gives rise to a constellation of skin manifestations, which are frequently mild and non-specific; hence, overlooked or misdiagnosed. However, it can lead to serious ...
Read More
Diet plays a critical role in the maintenance of various physiological functions in cutaneous structures. Inadequacy of a well-balanced diet gives rise to a constellation of skin manifestations, which are frequently mild and non-specific; hence, overlooked or misdiagnosed. However, it can lead to serious complications. This group of dermatoses affects both developing and developed countries. Children, in particular, are more prone due to increased demand for nutrients for growth and development, as well as negligence or inability to provide by the caretaker. The dermatologist might be the first physician to come across such patients since cutaneous features are more apparent. Hence, a strong clinical suspicion for multiple micro- or macronutrient deficiencies should be maintained since many conditions may have overlapping presentations such as xerosis, periorificial and intertriginous dermatitis, photo-distributed dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis-like lesions, follicular hyperkeratosis, intracutaneous hemorrhages, impaired wound healing, pigmentary changes, and others including mucosal manifestations and hair and nail changes. This review article discussed an approach to nutritional dermatoses in the pediatric age group to aid in accurate diagnosis and timely treatment.
Sina Shahabi; Ifa Etesami; Amirhossein Shahabi; Yasamin Kalantari; Robabeh Abedini; Maryam Daneshpazhooh
Abstract
Background: With the emergence of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, many people were affected worldwide.This study evaluated patients’ characteristics and skin diseases at a Dermatology Emergency Unit (DEU) of a university skin hospital in Tehran, Iran, during the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
Read More
Background: With the emergence of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, many people were affected worldwide.This study evaluated patients’ characteristics and skin diseases at a Dermatology Emergency Unit (DEU) of a university skin hospital in Tehran, Iran, during the COVID-19 pandemic. We also compared the results with those of a previous study performed at the same DEU in 2017.Methods: The data of all patients presented to the DEU during the first four months of the pandemic in Iran (February to June 2020) were studied, and variables such as age, sex, complaints, and finaldiagnosis were collected.Results: A total of 3,745 patients (50.3% male) were studied. Infections (32.4%), dermatitis (20.5%), and urticaria (16.8%) were the most prevalent diagnoses in both genders. Infections were significantly more frequent in males (P < 0.001), while urticaria was more common in females (P < 0.001). The highest number of visits occurred between 12:00–18:00 (34.0%) and most patients were between 18–44 years old (48.8%).Conclusion: With the growing number of COVID-19 cases, the DEU of our skin hospital was involved as part of the medical community in screening COVID-19 patients. Compared to the previous study, the general framework of common causes of DEU visits was very similar to that of the non-pandemic era, although a significant increase in the proportion of dermatitis cases was observed. Likewise, the proportion of non-skin complaints was significantly higher, reflecting the public concern about the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Zamanian; MH Azimian
Volume 8, Issue 5 , 2005, , Pages 379-383
MA Mapar; H Nazari; Kh Siavashi
Volume 3, Issue 4 , 2000, , Pages 23-28
Abstract
Background: Determination of the prevalence of diseases is an important step in health programs. Objective: To determine the prevalence of skin diseases in primary school students in Ahwaz. Patients and Methods: This cross-sectional study was done in March and April 1995 (Esfand 1373, Farvardin 1374) ...
Read More
Background: Determination of the prevalence of diseases is an important step in health programs. Objective: To determine the prevalence of skin diseases in primary school students in Ahwaz. Patients and Methods: This cross-sectional study was done in March and April 1995 (Esfand 1373, Farvardin 1374) in Ahwaz. 3000 male and 3000 female primary school students were examined for the presence of skin disease by a physician. This sample comprised 5 percent of total primary school students of Ahwaz. Diagnosis was made on clinical findings, laboratory examinations and skin biopsy, if needed. Results: The most common skin diseases were: pityriasis alba, acne, freckle, keratosis pilaris, pediculosis capitis, chicken pox, wart, impetigo, herpes simplex and leishmaniasis. The most common diseases in girl were acne and pediculosis capitis and in boys were acne and warts. Also the prevalence of diseases was related to the economic status of students. Conclusion: Skin diseases are common in primary school students in Ahwaz. The prevalence of certain skin diseases was related to the sex and economic status of the students.
H Riahi Dehkordi; AR Firooz
Volume 2, Issue 4 , 1999, , Pages 22-30
Abstract
Systemic drugs have been used widely in the treatment of many skin diseases. Although dermatologists are familiar with the guidelines of selecting appropriate patients and prescribing systemic drugs, their knowledge about the side effects and significant interactions of systemic drugs used in dermatology ...
Read More
Systemic drugs have been used widely in the treatment of many skin diseases. Although dermatologists are familiar with the guidelines of selecting appropriate patients and prescribing systemic drugs, their knowledge about the side effects and significant interactions of systemic drugs used in dermatology is more limited. So a short review on important drug interactions seems to be useful. Some of the most significant drug interactions in dermatology are reviewed.
AR Firooz
Volume 2, Issue 3 , 1999, , Pages 43-45
Abstract
Systemic drugs are used in the treatment of several skin diseases. In order to obtain best therapeutic results and prevent side effects, the patients should be carefully screened before and thoroughly evaluated during treatment. In this article guidelines for selection and follow up of patients receiving ...
Read More
Systemic drugs are used in the treatment of several skin diseases. In order to obtain best therapeutic results and prevent side effects, the patients should be carefully screened before and thoroughly evaluated during treatment. In this article guidelines for selection and follow up of patients receiving systemic drugs for their skin diseases are presented. These drugs include azathioprine, anti-malarials, spironolactone, PUVA, dapson, retinoids, cyclosporin, cyclophosphamide, gold, colchicine, corticosteroids, and methotrexate.
R Yaghoobi; SJ Hashemi
Volume 2, Issue 2 , 1999, , Pages 10-19
Abstract
Helicobacter pylori is probably the commonest bacterial infection worldwide and is now accepted as the cause of gastritis, peptic ulcer, gastric carcinoma, and gastric lymphoma. In the last few years, besides the local gasteroduodenal tissue damage, an association between H.pylori and various extra-intestinal ...
Read More
Helicobacter pylori is probably the commonest bacterial infection worldwide and is now accepted as the cause of gastritis, peptic ulcer, gastric carcinoma, and gastric lymphoma. In the last few years, besides the local gasteroduodenal tissue damage, an association between H.pylori and various extra-intestinal pathologies had been described. Recent studies have suggested that H.pylori infection may be associated with various skin disorders such as idiopathic chronic urticaria, Raynaud’s phenomenon, systemic sclerosis, rosacea, Sweet’s syndrome, Henoch-Schonlein purpura, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis. In this paper we review the current knowledge on Helicobacter pylori infection and its relevance for skin diseases especially its clinical pathophysiological aspects.