European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

IMPETIGO PROFILE IN PEDIATRICS IN ALMAFRAQ

*Mai N. Almasaeed, MD, Osama Bataineh, MD, Mo'men O. Alakil, MD, Bashar F. Jarrar, MD, Mohammad A. Kanaker, MD.

ABSTRACT

Objectives: to present the profile of impetigo in children in Almafraq. Method : All patients below the age of 14 years that were seen in outpatient clinics in King Talal military hospital in Almafraq with complaint of skin rash, during time period between 1 January, 2018 and 31 December, 2018, were included in our observational study and were examined for the diagnosis of Impetigo. Patients were divided into three groups (according to age ) : group 1: birth -5 years, group 2 : 5-9 years and group 3 : 9-14 years. Results: A total of about 39000 children were seen in outpatient clinics for various complaints and problems during the study period. 908 cases of impetigo were reported. Impetigo was higher in age group II : age 5-9 years followed by group III: 9-14 years. The incidence of impetigo among children seen in clinics was 2.3 % and was higher in males. Commonest manifestation was blisters or sores on the face, neck, hands and diaper area. Conclusion : Impetigo is a common dermatological problem in pediatric age group in Almafraq. Contributing factors to this problem are: poor hygiene, low socio-economic class, presence of already irritated skin by problems such as eczema and insect bites and overcrowding due to presence of Syrian refugee.

Keywords: Impetigo, Children, Almafraq.