Patients with dermatological
patholgies represent an important population, especially in developing
countries. The cosmetological aspects are important. Objective: To determine
the incidence and epidemiology of skin diseases during a humanitarian mission.
Methods: 679 patients who presented to our general medical consultations were
examined.
Patient data was registered to be
analyzed retrospectively. The rare and difficult cases were systematically
discussed during the consultation. The patient charts were correlated by
the corresponding photos.The ethnic origin of the patients was different. The
majority of our patients were younger than 50 years old.
The dermatological problems
represented a major motivation to consult, namely itching and skin lesions. The
incidence was higher when secondary findings and complaints were also
considered. Besides scabies, mycosis and tropical pathologies, the problems of
scarring represented a major cosmetological demand.
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