scholarly journals Phototherapy in Pediatric Dermatology

2021 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 205
Author(s):  
Citra Dwi Harningtyas ◽  
Yuri Widia
Keyword(s):  
Side Effects ◽  
Uv Radiation ◽  
Treatment Modality ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Population Increase ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Pediatric Dermatology ◽  
Pityriasis Lichenoides ◽  
Narrowband Uvb

Background: Phototherapy is a safe and effective treatment modality for skin diseases in children such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, pityriasis lichenoides, vitiligo, cutaneous cell lymphoma, pityriasis rubra pilaris, and other skin disorders. It is reported to be effective with less side effects compare to the administration of systemic medicine. Short and long term side effects should be taken into account when applying this model of therapy, especially in children. Purpose: To identify special considerations regarding the use of phototherapy modalities in the field of dermatology in children. Review: Phototherapy is the use of ultraviolet (UV) radiation for therapeutic purposes. The various wavelengths of UV radiation used for phototherapy have their own respective photochemical and photobiological properties. There are modality choices that have been proven to provide benefits in treating various skin diseases, including broadband UVB and narrowband UVB, psoralen UVA photochemotherapy (PUVA), ultraviolet A 1 (UVA1), and targeting phototherapy. Special considerations regarding the use of this treatment modality in the pediatric population increase with safety and treatment tolerance. Conclusion: Special considerations should be taken when providing phototherapy treatment options to children with skin disorders requiring phototherapy. The therapies are generally well tolerated and mostly have minor adverse side effects, such as sunburn.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Dermatoses in Rural Paediatric Population

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-14
Author(s):  
Md Hadiuzzaman ◽  
Muhammad Hasibur Rahman ◽  
Nahida Islam ◽  
Md Shahidul Islam ◽  
Sabrina Alam Mumu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Paediatric Population ◽  
Medical College Hospital ◽  
Health Improvement ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Community Based ◽  
College Hospital ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Patient Department

The spectra of the prevalence of skin diseases vary worldwide and from country to country. Therefore the information about the local prevalence of diseases is very important in helping the development of appropriate health improvement policies for promotion of better management. To document the types of skin disorders prevalent among rural children attending the Community Based Medical College Hospital out patient department, Mymensigh, a defined population based study was undertaken. The medical register from the Hospital was used to obtain information on pattern and outcome of skin diseases seen from January 2010 to December 2011. The frequency of pediatric dermatoses and their distribution patterns were studied. The results revealed that out of the 9279 Patients attending Dermatology out patient department of Community Based Medical College Hospital, 1753 (18.89%) Children were identified with involvement of skin diseases. Age range related to disease was found between one day old to 14 years. The most frequent skin condition was exposure to fungal diseases which was 25.67% followed by scabies 24.10% and eczema 20.25%. Infectious skin diseases represent considerably a high percentage of skin disorders encountered in pediatric population. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/cbmj.v2i1.14175 Community Based Medical Journal Vol.2(1) 2013 9-14

scholarly journals PREVALENCE OF CHILDHOOD SKIN DISORDERS ATTENDING AT OUTPATIENT PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL

2020 ◽  
pp. 131-135
Author(s):  
NANDINI THUMMANAPALLY ◽  
KAVITHA LAWDYAVATH ◽  
CHARANDAS GURUVA ◽  
DEEPTHI ENUMULA ◽  
SASTRY PVK ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rural Area ◽  
Bacterial Infections ◽  
Viral Infections ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Fungal Infections ◽  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Parasitic Infections ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Prior Approval ◽  
Bacterial Skin Infections

Objective: The objective of the study was to study the prevalence of various skin diseases in pediatric population. Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted at private children’s outpatient clinic in Warangal from March to August 2018 with the prior approval from the Institutional Ethical Committee BIPS/IEC/2018/P8. A total of 200 patients with various skin diseases of age group <17 years were included in the study. Results: Out of 200 pediatric skin disorders, male children 138 (69%) outnumbered female children 62 (31%). The mean age of the study population was found to be 5.85±4.11 years. About 64% of the patients are from rural area and 36% are from urban. The percentage of skin disorders is allergic infections (26%), bacterial infections (23%), viral infections (11%), fungal infections (7.5%), parasitic infections (6%), autoimmune disorders (4%), and skin adnexa (2.5%). Conclusion: Our study concludes that the prevalence of allergic and bacterial skin infections was found to be common among male children from rural area

Comparative Pharmacognostical Evaluation of Khadirashtaka yavakuta (Powder) and Kashaya (Decoction)

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Chandani Goswami ◽  
V. D. Hitesh Vyas ◽  
Harisha C. R.
Keyword(s):  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Prolonged Exposure ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Metabolic Changes ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Coarse Powder ◽  
Crude Drugs ◽  
Standard Range

Khadirashtaka Kashaya, a compound Ayurvedic formulation is prescribed mainly in the management of Kushtha Vyadhi( skin diseases), Visarp Roga (erysipelous) and Masoorika (type of measels) and it is mentioned in Sangraha Grantha like, Yogaratnakara, Gadanighraha, Bhaishajya Ratnavali. The era is rising with many of novel dietary habits and lifestyle which are ill-assorted with health. Consumption of incompatible food combinations, heavy meals; faulty temperature acclimatisation leads to several metabolic changes which results in unhealthy skin. Their prolonged exposure leads to long lasting dermatological abnormalities having vitiated Rasa and Rakta Dhatu. Khadirashtaka Kashaya helps to break the pathogenesis of skin disorders by its bitter-astringent taste, light and dry properties as well as blood purifying activity. Till date no work was found having comparatively scientifically analysed on this drug. In Present study Khadirashtaka Kashaya and Khadirashtaka choorna have been evaluated for Pharmacognostical analysis. Finished product microscopy and decoction showing the quality and genuineness of all the constituents of Khadirashtaka Kashaya (Decoction) has been done. Organoleptic features of coarse powder made out of the crude drugs were within the standard range

Critical Review on Standard Operative Procedure of Yapana Basti Karma

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dr. Rishu Sharma ◽  
Dr. Gyanendra Datta Shukla ◽  
Dr. Alok Kumar Srivastava
Keyword(s):  
Side Effects ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Treatment Modality ◽  
Operative Procedure ◽  
The Body ◽  
Dosage Schedule ◽  
Dual Function ◽  
Time Period ◽  
Curative Action

Panchakarma therapy is one of the vital branch of Ayurveda, which deals mainly with purification of the provoked Doshas from the body. Basti Chikitsa is regarded as the prime treatment modality among the Panchakarma. It is having not only curative action but also preventive and promotive actions. It is considered as best treatment for Vata Dosha. Yapana Basti is a subtype of Asthapana Basti, which is having the property to support life and promote longevity and widely used in various disorders. Rajayapana Basti is superior amongst all the Yapana Bastis described by Acharya Charaka as it is the king of Yapana. This Rasayana Yapana Basti performs dual function of both Anuvasana and Niruha; hence this is Srotoshodhaka and Brimhana at the sametime. That’s why there is no need to administer separate Anuvasana while giving Yapana Basti. There is an urgent need of standardizing the classical Panchakarma procedures in consideration of the need of today. The dosage schedule, exact procedures, medicaments, effects, and side effects are to be standardized so that uniform procedure of practice should be followed all over nation. Standardization is the need of hour for physicians, to prevent Atiyoga (over activity), Ayoga (less or no activity) and to get adequate effects in a systematic and sophisticated manner within desired time period.

Safety and Tolerability of Fluconazole in Children

1999 ◽  
Vol 43 (8) ◽  
pp. 1955-1960 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vas Novelli ◽  
Helen Holzel
Keyword(s):  
Side Effects ◽  
Safety Profile ◽  
Antifungal Agents ◽  
Fungal Infections ◽  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Gastrointestinal Symptoms ◽  
Underlying Disease ◽  
Severe Underlying Disease ◽  
Excellent Safety Profile ◽  
Concomitant Medications

ABSTRACT The safety profile of fluconazole was assessed for 562 children (ages, 0 to 17 years) comprising 323 males and 239 females. The data are derived from 12 clinical studies of fluconazole as prophylaxis or treatment for a variety of fungal infections in predominantly immunocompromised patients. Most children received multiple doses of fluconazole in the range of 1 to 12 mg/kg of body weight; a few received single doses. Administration was mainly by oral suspension or intravenous injection. Overall, 58 (10.3%) children reported 80 treatment-related side effects. The most common side effects were associated with the gastrointestinal tract (7.7%) or skin (1.2%). Self-limiting, treatment-related side effects affecting the liver and biliary system were reported in three patients (0.5%). Overall, 18 patients (3.2%) discontinued treatment due to side effects, mainly gastrointestinal symptoms. Dose and age did not appear to influence the incidence and pattern of side effects. Treatment-related laboratory abnormalities were uncommon, the most frequent being transient elevated alanine aminotransferase (4.9%), aspartate aminotransferase (2.7%), and alkaline phosphatase (2.3%) levels. Although 98.6% of patients were taking concomitant medications, no clinical or laboratory interactions were observed. The safety profile of fluconazole was compared with those of other antifungal agents, mostly oral polyenes, by using a subset of data from five controlled studies. Side effects were reported by more patients treated with fluconazole (45 of 382; 11.8%) than by those patients treated with comparable agents (25 of 381; 6.6%); vomiting and diarrhea were the most common events in both groups. The incidence and type of treatment-related laboratory abnormalities were similar for the two groups. In conclusion, fluconazole was well tolerated by the pediatric population, many of whom were suffering from severe underlying disease and were taking a variety of concurrent medications. The safety profile of fluconazole in children mirrors the excellent safety profile seen in adults.

scholarly journals Frequency and types of skin disorders and associated diabetes mellitus in elderly Jordanians

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4-5) ◽  
pp. 574-578
Author(s):  
F. Najdawi ◽  
M. Fa'ouri
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Bacterial Infection ◽  
Fungal Infection ◽  
Skin Disorder ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Skin Lesions ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Patients With Diabetes ◽  
Considerable Morbidity

A retrospective study of 232 elderly patients seen between August 1998 and April 2000 at the skin clinic in Princess Haya hospital, Aqaba, was undertaken to determine the prevalence of skin disorders, and those most commonly associated with diabetes mellitus, in the elderly. Eczema/dermatitis was the commonest skin disorder seen [25.9% of cases], followed by pruritus without skin lesions [15.1%], viral infection [14.7%, most commonly herpes zoster], fungal infection [13.8%], and bacterial infection [10.3%]. Bacterial infection was the commonest skin disorder in patients with diabetes mellitus [62.5%], followed by fungal infection [50.0%]. Skin diseases cause considerable morbidity in elderly people; health promotion and education can do much to reduce the risks of these disorders in the elderly, especially those with diabetes

scholarly journals Prevalence of skin diseases of the pediatric population in the Southeastern Anatolia, Turkey

2018 ◽  
pp. 664
Author(s):  
Asude Polat ◽  
Yavuz Yesilova ◽  
Emine Alatas ◽  
Asli Belli ◽  
Gursoy Dogan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Pediatric Population

scholarly journals ‘UDARDA PRASHMAN MAHĀKAṢĀYA’ AN EFFECTIVE AUSADH YOGA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ŚHEETAPITTA, UDARDA & KOṬHA - A REVIEW

2021 ◽  
Vol p5 (5) ◽  
pp. 3026-3030
Author(s):  
Yadu Vinay Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Side Effects ◽  
Effective Treatment ◽  
The Body ◽  
Effective Therapy ◽  
Daily Routine ◽  
Skin Disorders ◽  
Stressful Environment ◽  
Modern Era

In the present time, due to the continuous consumption of the Virudh𝑎̅h𝑎̅ra, irregular daily routine and the stressful environment by the person, there is an accumulation of As𝑎̅tmy𝑎̅h𝑎̅ra (Virudh𝑎̅) substance in the body, as a result of which skin disorders arise. In which an important disorder is called Śheetapitta, Udarda & Koṭha. Which can be termed as urticarial in the modern era. Even in today’s era, despite being a good anti-allergic medicine, there is no permanent solution for Śheetapitta, Udarda & Koṭha (Urticaria) & they have other side effects too. Therefore, in 𝐴̅yurv𝑒̅da also, there should be some authentic medicine for the effective treatment of Śheetapitta, Udarda & Koṭha. Aim - To review the properties and karma (Doshaghnata) of Udarda Prashmana Mahākaṣāya containing 10 drugs on Śheetapitta, Udarda & Koṭha. Materials & Methods - A extensive chemical & pharmacological review of Udarda Prashmana Mahākaṣāya containing 10 drugs narrated by Acharya Caraka to prove the effective therapy of Śheetapitta, Udarda & Koṭha. Result – All the 10 medicines of Udarda Prashmana Mahākaṣāya show their effect for the treatment of Śheetapitta, Udarda & Koṭha. Keywords: Śheetapitta, Udarda & Koṭha, Urticaria, Udarda Prashmana Mahākaṣāya, Śheetapitta, Udarda & Koṭha Treatment.

Crusts, scabs, and eschars

2020 ◽  
pp. 393-402
Keyword(s):  
Bacterial Infections ◽  
Tinea Capitis ◽  
Viral Infections ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Systemic Disease ◽  
Clinical Images ◽  
Pityriasis Lichenoides ◽  
Appropriate Treatment ◽  
Bites And Stings ◽  
Skin Conditions

Definitions and clinical images are used in this short chapter to permit differentiation between crusts, scabs, and eschars and their likely causes. These are listed as skin infections, trauma, or skin conditions such as eczema or blistering disorders. There are brief descriptions with appropriate treatment and there is cross-referencing to other chapters. Short summaries of diseases causing eschars are provided. These include bacterial infections (e.g. ecthyma, anthrax), viral infections (e.g. cowpox, orf), fungal (e.g. Tinea capitis), and protozoal (e.g. Leishmaniasis) conditions. Also included are skin diseases such as pityriasis lichenoides, toxins/allergens (from various bites and stings), and systemic disease such as autoimmune vasculitis, haematological disorders, or tumours.

Treatment for depression comorbid with dementia

2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 167-171 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nina Baruch ◽  
Jennifer Burgess ◽  
Manjunadh Pillai ◽  
Charlotte Louise Allan
Keyword(s):  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Music Therapy ◽  
Treatment Modality ◽  
Small Data ◽  
Data Sets ◽  
Late Life Depression ◽  
Therapeutic Benefits ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Randomised Controlled

Depression is a common comorbidity in dementia. Randomised controlled studies of antidepressants do not show a significant improvement in depressive symptoms in patients with comorbid dementia and are known to lead to an increase in side effects. However, there are relatively few studies of depression in dementia, and drawing firm conclusions about the use of antidepressants is limited by the amount of data available. Furthermore, it is unclear whether data can be extrapolated from similar populations (eg, those with late-life depression) to inform pharmacotherapy in this patient group. Given the lack of effectiveness and risk of side effects associated with pharmacological treatments, psychological interventions may offer important therapeutic benefits. There is evidence for the effectiveness of individual psychological therapy, and further research will establish which psychological approach is the most effective. Some studies have shown an improvement in depressive symptoms using structured sleep hygiene programmes, exercise, arts interventions and music therapy. These studies are hampered by small data sets, and the benefits to individuals may not be well captured by standard outcome measures. At present, the best evidence for arts-based approaches is in music therapy. Depression with comorbid dementia responds well to electroconvulsive therapy and this is a useful treatment modality for those with severe or life-threatening depressive symptoms. Alternative neurostimulation techniques such as transcranial magnetic stimulation are not widely used at present and further research is needed before they can be a more widely used treatment modality.

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