Publication: Dermatological Diseases in a Chepang Community
Date
2023
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Society of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists of Nepal (SODVELON)
Abstract
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Chepang is an indigenous group residing mostly in the hilly region of central Nepal. They are still considered as most marginalized and socio-economically deprived group in the country. There are just a handful of studies on the health status of this community but none of these studies were dedicated on the dermatological issues. A two-day dermatological outreach camp dedicated for Chepang community was conducted at Makawanpur district of central Nepal. Dermatophyte infections and scabies were the most common dermatological problems noted. The poor socio-economic status, poor hygiene combined with illiteracy was the major factor contributing to these conditions and their overall health.
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Author Biographies
Niraj Parajuli, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology & Venereology, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Bir Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
Sushil Paudel, Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
Registrar, Dermatology Unit, Department of Medicine, Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
Keywords
Community dermatology, Dermatophytosis, Indigenous, Scabies