A survey of skin disease and skin-related issues in Arab Americans.

J Am Acad Dermatol

Multicultural Dermatology Center, Department of Dermatology, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, USA.

Published: June 2007

Background: There is a paucity of knowledge relating to dermatologic conditions in Arab Americans.

Objective: To assess common skin diseases and concerns and to evaluate access to dermatologic care and perception of skin in Arab Americans.

Methods: Arab Americans from 3 Southeast Michigan locations (community health center [n = 207], mosque [n = 95], and church [n = 99]) completed a survey questionnaire.

Results: The most common self-reported skin conditions were acne, eczema/dermatitis, warts, fungal skin infections, and melasma. The most pressing skin concerns were uneven skin tone, skin discoloration, dry skin, acne, and facial hair. Significant associations exist between socioeconomic status and having seen a dermatologist. Attitudes surrounding skin perception were related to the number of years of residence in the United States.

Limitations: The skin condition data were gathered from a self-reported survey.

Conclusions: Skin conditions and other related issues that affect Arab Americans are similar to those which affect other skin-of-color populations.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jaad.2007.01.031DOI Listing

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