Epidemiological, Clinical, Therapeutic, and Progressive aspects of Acne in the Dermatology Department of the Regional Hospital of Thies (SENEGAL): about 1246 cases (2009-2019)

¹UFR Santé, University of Thiès, Senegal

²Felix Houphouët-Boigny University of Cocody, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

³Dermatology, Thiès Regional Hospital, Senegal

*Corresponding Author: Dione H, UFR Santé, University of Thiès, Senegal; Email: [email protected]

Received Date: January 23, 2024

Publication Date: February 29, 2024

Citation: Dione H, et al. (2024). O Epidemiological, Clinical, Therapeutic, and Progressive aspects of Acne in the Dermatology Department of the Regional Hospital of Thies (SENEGAL): about 1246 cases (2009-2019). Dermis. 4(1):6.

Copyright: Dione H, et al. © (2024). 

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Acne is a chronic inflammatory pathology of the pilosebaceous follicle evolving by breakouts. It is a frequent reason for dermatological consultation. The aim of this work was to study the epidemiological, clinical, therapeutic and evolutionary aspects of acne. Materials and methods: This was a retrospective, cross-sectional study for descriptive purposes, conducted over a period 10 9 years (2009- 2019) at the dermatology department of the regional hospital of Thiès in Senegal. All data of patients received for acne including. Socio-demographic, clinical, para-clinical and evolution variables was collected and analyzed using a computer with Epi info 7 version 3.5.4 software. Results: Of the 46074 patients seen during the study period, 1246 had acne, representing a hospital prevalence of 2.7%. The sex ratio was 4.23. The mean age was 26.36 years [10-78 years]. The average consultation time was 9 months. The most common aggravating factor was cosmetic depigmentation (32.10%). The lesions were dominated by pustules (83.55%) and papules (71.91%). Acne was severe in 82.74% according to the scale global acne evaluation (GEA). Benzoyl peroxide was prescribed in 54.41% and isotretinoin in 3.77%. The favorable evolution was noted in 65.44% of cases. Sequelae were dominated by hyperpigmented macules in 13.24%, depressed scars in 0.80%, keloids in 0.24%. Conclusion: Acne is a frequent pathology in young people and women who practice cosmetic depigmentation. Acne was severe in most cases with sequelae that could have an impact on the quality of life of patients.

Keywords: acne, cosmetic depigmentation, Thiès, Senegal