Prevalence and impact on quality of life of dermatological disorders and their associated factors among the elderly in urban areas of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

ABSTRACT: The global population of people aged 60 years or older (elderly) is increasing. Skin disorders are reported to be common in this population. In view of limited data available, this study determined the burden, pattern and impact on quality of life (QoL) of dermatological disorders among the elderly in Tanzania. This was a community-based cross-sectional study conducted from August to November 2021 in Ilala Municipality, Dar es Salaam. Participants were obtained through simple random sampling in multiple stages. Diagnoses were made through a clinical assessment initially performed by a dedicated dermato-venereology officer, and confirmed by a Dermatologist using digital photographs. Quality of Life was assessed using a validated Dermatology Quality of Life Index (DLQI) with scores ranging f

SUBMITTER: Muki U 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12271310 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature