Abstract
Tree man syndrome is a rare inherited skin disorder, including persistent infection caused by human papillomavirus, as a result of which a defect in cell-mediated immunity takes place. This infection results in the growth of scaly macules and papules, mostly on the feet and hands. It is a lifelong disorder that can be treated in surgical and nonsurgical ways. A questionnaire or awareness-based study was conducted among the population of Karachi, Pakistan (both medical and non-medical). It was attended by 506 individuals. To raise the consciousness of this illness. The questions evaluated their knowledge of tree man illness, the possible consequences of the condition and the latest therapies. More than 80% of people were totally unaware of tree man disorder. Only 10% of people were aware or just heard about this disease. The awareness of Tree man syndrome was very low among the people. Steps should be taken to increase awareness about this rare but life-threatening disease.
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