Prevalence and associated factors of skin disease among school-age children of rural district of eastern zone of Tigray, Ethiopia, 2024.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Skin diseases are conditions that affect the skin. Skin diseases encompass various conditions, including infections, allergies, inflammatory disorders, and infestation. Skin diseases are a significant public health concern, particularly among school-age children, as they can cause discomfort, and social stigma, and influence overall well-being. There is limited research conducted specifically among school-age children, especially in the postwar period, hindering the understanding of the extent of the problem and the identification of potential contributing factors. In Ethiopia, a study conducted on primary schoolchildren shows that the prevalence of skin diseases was 61.2%.

Methods

A school-based cross-sectional study was employed from September 10 to October 30,

SUBMITTER: Gebregiorgis MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12919800 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature