Publication: Acne among Patients visiting Outpatient Department of Dermatology Centres
Date
2023
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Nepal Medical Association
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Introduction: Acne vulgaris is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease affecting the pilosebaceous unit. The clinical manifestations of acne include the development of comedones, papules, and pustules. Although generally considered benign, acne can have psychological impacts and cause disfiguring scars. The aim of this study was to find out the prevalence of acne among patients visiting outpatient department of dermatology centres.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among patients visiting tertiary care skin centres from 15 June 2023 to 15 August 2023. The ethical approval was obtained from the Institutional Review Committee. The severity of acne severity and scarring was determined. A convenience sampling method was used. The point estimate was calculated at a 95% Confidence Interval.
Results: Among 2036 patients, acne was found in 386 (18.96%) (17.26-20.66, 95% Confidence Interval). The majority of participants have acne scar grade 2 (65.20%).
Conclusions: The prevalence of acne among patients was found to be higher than in other studies done in similar settings.
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Bikrant Dhakal
Department of Dermatology, Nepal Skin and Aesthetic Center, Chabahil, Kathmandu, Nepal
Rabin Basnet
National Academy of Medical Sciences Bir Hospital, Mahabaudha, Kathmandu, Nepal
Bibeka Shrestha
National Academy of Medical Sciences Bir Hospital, Mahabaudha, Kathmandu, Nepal
Birendra Kumar Yadav
National Academy of Medical Sciences Bir Hospital, Mahabaudha, Kathmandu, Nepal
Bidur Khatiwada
Bahla Hospital, Bahla, Oman
Raman Goit
All Nepal Hospital, Tokha, Kathmandu, Nepal
Dinesh Neupane
Siddhababa Hospital and Research Center Pvt. Ltd, Butwal, Rupandehi, Nepal
Krishna Kharal
Motipur Primary Health Care Centre, Sau Farsatikar, Rupandehi, Nepal