Contact allergens in African countries: A review of published patch test studies.

Only few studies on contact allergy in African countries have been published. The aim of the present study was to provide an overview of the most common contact allergens identified by the use of patch tests in African countries based on a review of the existing literature. A total of twenty-four publications from eight African countries were initially identified by search in PubMed.

Contributing Factors and Outcome after Cryotherapy of Molluscum Contagiosum among Patients Attending Tertiary Hospital, Northern Tanzania: A Descriptive Prospective Cohort Study.

Background: Molluscum contagiosum (MC) is a benign infection caused by a member of the Poxviridae family, molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV). The contributing factors for MCV infection are different in different populations and study areas. Few studies have been conducted to determine the effectiveness of cryotherapy in the treatment of MC.

Prurigo nodularis comparative treatment outcome in patients attending a tertiary hospital in northern Tanzania.

Prurigo nodularis (PN) is a chronic, benign neurodermatitis of unclear etiology characterized by excoriated, intensely pruritic nodules secondary to an intense itch-scratch cycle. PN treatment is still a challenge, and it is frustrating for both dermatologists and patients. The evidence for the effectiveness of a readily available treatment like cryotherapy is limited.

Association between Chronic Urticaria and Infection among Patients Attending a Tertiary Hospital in Tanzania.

Background: Chronic urticaria (CU) is a common skin disease; however, its etiology is rarely recognized. Infection due to (. ) has been shown in some studies to play a significant role in the pathogenesis of CU.