Publications by authors named "Waguena Gnassingbe"
Background: Acne is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the pilosebaceous follicle that mainly affects adolescents and young adults. The aim of this study was to assess the quality of life (QOL) of patients with acne, and to determine the correlation between the QOL and the severity of acne, in Lomé (Togo).
Method: From July 2017 to February 2018, we conducted a study in three dermatology departments of Lomé.
Objective: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of and factors associated with self-medication in dermatology in Lomé, Togo.
Methods: We conducted an analytical cross-sectional study from February to April 2016 in 2 dermatology departments in Lomé. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression models were carried out to identify possible factors associated with self-medication.
Basidiobolomycosis Simulating a Infection in a Togolese Rural Child.
Case Rep Dermatol Med
October 2017
Background: Basidiobolomycosis is a deep mycosis which preferentially affects rural young people in tropical countries. We report an atypical case, with multiple ulcers, simulating a Buruli ulcer.
Case Report: A 5-year-old boy, living in a rural area, was seen for ulcers on the buttocks and at the back and right flank that had been in progress for 4 months.