The prevalence and association with health-related quality of life of tungiasis and scabies in schoolchildren in southern Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The prevalence of skin disease in low and middle income countries is high and communicable skin diseases are a significant public health problem. Tungiasis is an ectoparasite infestation caused by the flea Tunga penetrans, which has a widespread geographical distribution. Tungiasis causes painful skin lesions and may affect activities of daily living.

Objective

We wished to determine the prevalence and impact of tungiasis and scabies in schoolchildren in southern Ethiopia.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was performed in which students were examined by dermatologists and the skin disorders recorded. Individuals with pyogenic skin infections, scabies and tungiasis were also invited to complete the Children's Dermatology Life Quality Index.

Results

The

SUBMITTER: Walker SL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5557602 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature