Hand Eczema in the Polish Female Population.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study aims to investigate the prevalence of hand eczema, its association with disinfectant usage during the COVID-19 pandemic, and potential correlations with age and dermatological history on hand symptoms in the Polish female population.

Methods

A personalized online questionnaire was administered from January to March 2021 to 142 participants, including individuals with hand eczema. The questionnaire addressed demographics, dermatological history, disinfectant usage, and symptoms experienced during the pandemic.

Results

The prevalence of hand eczema was higher in younger adults (aged 18-35), with significant exacerbations reported due to increased disinfectant usage. Respondents with a dermatological history were more susceptible to new skin symptom

SUBMITTER: Polecka A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10531572 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature