Abstract:
Introduction
Skin infections are very common worldwide. The reported prevalence rates include pyoderma (ranging from 0.2% to 35%, with 6.9–35% in Pakistan), tinea capitis (1–19.7%), scabies (0.2–24%, with 1.3–17% in Pakistan), viral skin disorders (0.4–9%, mainly molluscum contagiosum), and pediculosis capitis (0–57%). Bacterial skin infections are the most common type, including impetigo, folliculitis, furunculosis and abscesses, cellulitis, scarlet fever, erysipelas, erythrasma, erythrasma, necrotizing fasciitis, and others. This review also discusses erythema, carbunculosis, and mycobacterial skin infections. Recent research highlights changes in bacterial causes and treatments of skin infections. Notably, the rise of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in impetigo emphasizes the need for careful treatment. New preventive measures such as maternal zinc supplementation have also been introduced.
Objectives
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To study erythrasma
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To identify causes of skin infections in humans
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To explore treatment methods for the disease
Materials and Methods
This cross-sectional study was conducted in various hospitals across Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Peshawar, Gujranwala, Multan, Sialkot, Quetta, and other cities in Pakistan. A total of 200 patients were included during the period from February to November 2017. Detailed observations were made on patients infected with erythrasma.
Results
Out of 300 patients, 42 did not adhere to the disease management plan. Non-compliance was mostly observed among elderly patients. Side effects following treatment and lack of awareness were identified as the most common causes for poor adherence.
Conclusions
Non-compliance was primarily due to medication side effects and lack of awareness about the disease. Educating patients on various aspects of erythrasma and implementing measures to manage the disease effectively is essential to reduce its impact.