Common Skin Problems in Children

Abstract

Childhood dermatological problems contribute about one-third of all consultations in the setting of both pediatrics and dermatology outpatient services. Skin disorders in children may cause anxiety to parents. General Practitioners should be familiar with the common prevalent skin problems as immediate pediatric dermatology consultation may not be possible. Infections, infestations and dermatitis are the most prevalent diseases among Indian children. The scope of this review is to briefly highlight these common and other important dermatological problems in children.

Prevalence of Childhood Skin Disorders Attending at Outpatient Pediatric Hospital

“…It was reported 2.6% in Egyptian study conducted by Mostafa et al [15]. In other areas, the frequency of atopic dermatitis was found to be high in the study conducted by Sethuraman and Bhari [16]. Lower incidence of atopic dermatitis and eczema was found in the study conducted by Dadapeer et al [17].…”

Direct oral provocation tests in non‐immediate mild cutaneous reactions related to beta‐lactam antibiotics

“…If only clinical history is considered, drug allergy can be over diagnosed, resulting in the use of alternative antibiotics that increase bacterial resistance , severe side effects, and cost . However, the diagnosis of non‐immediate drug allergy is challenging as clinical findings can mimic infectious diseases .…”

Role of Environmental Factors and Hygiene in Skin Diseases

“…Due to ignorance or lack of proper education, personal hygiene may not be taken care properly. (5) Skin diseases are one of the commonest problems which include pediculosis, impetigo, pityriasis alba, scabies, tinea versicolor, seborrhea, allergy, viral warts and pyoderma (11) .…”