Table 2 Pattern of infectious dermatological conditions among children living in orphanage centres in Dar es Salaam (n = 192)
From: Skin disorders among children living in orphanage centres in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Dermatological conditions | Frequency | % |
|---|---|---|
Parasitic | ||
Scabies | 4 | 2.08 |
Fungal | ||
Tinea capitis | 115 | 59.9 |
Tinea corporis | 26 | 13.5 |
Tinea pedis | 2 | 1.04 |
Pityriasis versicolor | 34 | 17.7 |
Candidiasis | 4 | 2.08 |
Bacterial | ||
Scalp folliculitis | 1 | 0.52 |
Impetigo | 2 | 1.04 |
Furunculosis | 3 | 1.56 |
Viral | ||
Herpes simplex labialis | 1 | 0.52 |