TLDR Skin diseases are common and need more specialized care.
The study conducted at DHQ Teaching Hospital, Gujranwala, over 2 years evaluated 157,056 patients, revealing that dermatological diseases constituted 5.5% of total outpatient cases. The most common disorders were infections (32.7%), with scabies (26.7%) and eczema (18.7%) being prevalent. Acne vulgaris was found in 6.7% of cases, autoimmune disorders in 6.4%, and melasma in 3.1%. Hair loss conditions such as diffuse hair loss, androgenetic alopecia, and telogen effluvium were observed in 1.08%, 0.79%, and 0.74% of cases, respectively. The study concluded that skin diseases are a significant public health issue, necessitating expanded specialized dermatologic care for better prevention and management.
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March 2016 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” The document says that common skin conditions in adult women can be treated effectively, with acne being the most common and early-detected melanoma having a high survival rate.
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January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Non-infectious skin conditions are more common than infectious ones in Kashmir, but community areas see more infections, suggesting a need for better skin care services in primary health care.
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March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.
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November 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia work best but can have significant side effects and costs.
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September 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Some diets and supplements might help with skin disorders, but their effectiveness varies and more research is needed.
