Prevalence and pattern of skin disorders among children living in orphanages in Fayoum and Giza governorates, Egypt

A study of 415 children aged 1–18 years in orphanages in Fayoum and Giza, Egypt, found that 77.1% had at least one skin disorder, with noninfectious conditions like dermatitis and eczema being more prevalent (67.4%) than infectious ones (24.3%). Fungal infections were the most common infectious type. The study emphasizes the significant role of hygiene and emotional well-being in the prevalence of these disorders, with younger children more prone to infectious dermatoses and older children to noninfectious conditions. It concludes that comprehensive care strategies focusing on hygiene, emotional support, and abuse prevention are necessary to improve the health of orphaned children. Limitations included restrictions on certain examinations and access to personal information.