Health Condition 1: L00-L99- Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Conditions
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Kasturba Medical College
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: All patients of age group >18 years, who visit the dermatology outpatient department during the study period, who applied sunscreen for more than 1 month duration and who gave their consent to participate in the study will be included.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Individuals who are unable to comprehend the questions
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1.To study the usage pattern of topical sunscreens in adults presenting to Dermatology Department 2.To assess the adequacy of the amount of sunscreen application to the face 3.To study the patient perception regarding sunscreen use Timepoint: Patient data will be collected on the first visit, and in case of adverse effects following sunscreen use, on follow up. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. To study the subset of patients presenting with signs and symptoms related to adverse effects of sunscreen use with respect to clinical pattern, and patch test, if indicated 2. To design an applicator for dispensing optimal amount of sunscreen to the face. Timepoint: Patient data will be collected on the first visit, and in case of adverse effects following sunscreen use, on follow up. | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Smitha Prabhu S
Kasturba Medical College
Outcome results
None listed