Abstract
The Novel corona virus is bringing multiple challenges for health care professionals. Skin is the biggest organ and the first line of defense against different infections and external factors. Being the front line warriors, health care professionals are susceptible to various skin conditions due to prolonged use of personal protective equipment. These adverse skin conditions are redness, irritation, itching, contact dermatitis, and aggravation of underlying skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and acne vulgaris. In the current global situation, the potential incidence of such adverse dermatological effects does not in any manner cause the HCPs to deviate from the strict specific precautionary hygiene rules. These skin problems are manageable with the few precautionary measures. This article explores the different skin conditions that result from personal hygiene measures and usage of protective gear and will suggest some practical advice about how to manage and protect from these different adverse skin conditions.
Highlights
The Novel corona virus is bringing multiple challenges for health care professionals
The disease reached Pakistan on February 26th this year, when a patient was admitted with fever and respiratory symptoms.[2]
The spread of infection can be reduced through the use of proper protective equipment (PPE), the practice of maintaining diligent hand hygiene and social distancing.[3]
Summary
The Novel corona virus is bringing multiple challenges for health care professionals. Being the front line warriors, health care professionals are susceptible to various skin conditions due to prolonged use of personal protective equipment. In the current global situation, the potential incidence of such adverse dermatological effects does not in any manner cause the HCPs to deviate from the strict specific precautionary hygiene rules These skin problems are manageable with the few precautionary measures. The novel coronavirus is a new virus that has never been previously identified and it is spreading rapidly around the globe, outpacing the ability and resources of international health care systems This outbreak was initially reported from Wuhan, China as a cluster of unknown respiratory illnesses.[1] The disease reached Pakistan on February 26th this year, when a patient was admitted with fever and respiratory symptoms.[2] It is a highly contagious. The spread of infection can be reduced through the use of proper protective equipment (PPE), the practice of maintaining diligent hand hygiene and social distancing.[3]
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