Ali M Aleid, Houriah Y Nukaly, Lina K Almunahi, Ahood A Albwah, Rahaf Masoud D Al-Balawi, Mohsen H AlRashdi, Ola A Alkhars, Awatif M Alrasheeday, Bushra Alshammari, Yasmine Alabbasi, Abbas Al Mutair
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Abstract
Purpose: To determine the prevalence of impetigo among children in Saudi Arabia as well as to identify socio-demographic factors associated with impetigo.
Methods: This cross-sectional study conducted in Saudi Arabia examined impetigo prevalence and associated factors among children aged 2 to 15. Data collection occurred between June 2022 and November 2023, involving structured interviews with the parents or legal guardians of the participating children. A pre-designed questionnaire was used, which included questions related to personal hygiene practices (such as, frequency of handwashing, bathing routines, and use of communal facilities), environmental conditions, and the child's impetigo diagnosis history.
Results: The study encompassed a total of 1200 participants, with a predominant representation of female (79.3%). Participants exhibited a diverse age distribution, with the highest proportion falling within the 18-24 age group (33.7%). Importantly, a statistically significant association was identified between the occurrence of impetigo in children and their personal hygiene scores (p < 0.001). Children with a confirmed impetigo diagnosis exhibited lower mean personal hygiene scores (2.6 ± 0.723) in contrast to those without such diagnoses (3.75 ± 0.911).
Conclusion: Socio-demographic factors, including child's gender, parental education level, employment status, and geographic location, emerge as significant determinants of impetigo occurrence. Additionally, there is a strong correlation between proper personal hygiene practices and a reduced incidence of impetigo.
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Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal that focuses on the latest clinical and experimental research in all aspects of skin disease and cosmetic interventions. Normal and pathological processes in skin development and aging, their modification and treatment, as well as basic research into histology of dermal and dermal structures that provide clinical insights and potential treatment options are key topics for the journal.
Patient satisfaction, preference, quality of life, compliance, persistence and their role in developing new management options to optimize outcomes for target conditions constitute major areas of interest.
The journal is characterized by the rapid reporting of clinical studies, reviews and original research in skin research and skin care.
All areas of dermatology will be covered; contributions will be welcomed from all clinicians and basic science researchers globally.