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BackgroundHyperhidrosis is a quite common condition. There is a wide variation in the reported prevalence of hyperhidrosis in the available literature. ObjectivesThis study aims to examine the prevalence of hyperhidrosis [1]. MethodsA cross sectional survey of a population was carried out. The subjects were classified to have hyperhidrosis using the criteria of International Hyperhidrosis Society. The prevalence of HH was calculated for the entire study population. ResultsThe prevalence of hyperhidrosis was 3.2% (320 cases) in the study population of 10000. ConclusionHyperhidrosis affects a much larger population than previously reported.

BACKGROUNDThe current contraception is well studied, reliable and available. Adolescents, the most vulnerable group regarding unwanted pregnancy, use low effective contraception method or not at all. Intrauterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD) is the world's most widely used method of reversible birth control. About 1 out of 5 women in reproductive age all over the world use IUCD, while in India, it corresponds to only about 3 in 100 women, copper devices being the most popular.The aim of the study is to evaluate Intrauterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD) discontinuation rate and its causes and related factors among women attending OPD/family planning clinic.

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Background:It is well-known that acne vulgaris is a common malady of adolescence and is easily recognized.Objective: To evaluate the level of impact among acne patients on their quality of life.Methods: A total of 200 patients studied. Acne severity was graded using Global Acne Grading System (GAGS) after the clinical diagnosis. All the patients went through self administered questionnaire of Cardiff Acne Disability Index (CADI) to fill out, to assess the reflection of patients' experiences and perceptions.Results:Out of 200 patients, 114(57.0%) were females and 86 (43.0%) were males. The maximum number of patients was in the age group of 16-20 years (142/200, 71%). Out of total 86 males, 50 (58.3%) had moderate to severe acne, whereas 62 (54.38%) females had such a severe acne. 50.87% (58/114) of females had high CADI scores in comparison to only 27.9 (24/86) of males. The impact on quality of life was more in the age-group of 21-30 years even though in this age group clinical severity of acne was mild to moderate only. Conclusion:Study found that individuals with acne had profound emotional, as well as, social impact on their quality of life.

Self-medication involves individuals or their carers administering a medical drug of their own choice for symptomatic relief and in the hope of a "cure", without seeking professional medical advice. The aim of this descriptive cross-sectional study conducted at was to identify the occurrence of selfmedication for the topical treatment of skin diseases in community. We observed 50 cases of self-medication (from a total of 500 subjects).

Background: It is well-known that acne vulgaris is a common malady of adolescence and is easily recognized Objective: To evaluate the level of impact among acne patients on their quality of life.Methods: A total of 200 patients studied. Acne severity was graded using Global Acne Grading System (GAGS) after the clinical diagnosis. All the patients went through self administered questionnaire of Cardiff Acne Disability Index (CADI) to fill out, to assess the reflection of patients' experiences and perceptions.Results: Out of 200 patients, 114(57.0%) were females and 86 (43.0%) were males. The maximum number of patients was in the age group of 16-20 years (142/200, 71%). Out of total 86 males, 50 (58.3%) had moderate to severe acne, whereas 62 ( 54.38%) females had such a severe acne. 50.87% (58/114) of females had high CADI scores in comparison to only 27.9 (24/86) of males. The impact on quality of life was more in the age-group of 21-30 years even though in this age group clinical severity of acne was mild to moderate only. Conclusion:Study found that individuals with acne had profound emotional, as well as, social impact on their quality of life.

Self-medication involves individuals or their careers administering a medical drug of their own choice for symptomatic relief and in the hope of a "cure", without seeking professional medical advice. The aim of this descriptive cross-sectional study conducted at was to identify the occurrence of selfmedication for the topical treatment of skin diseases in community. We observed 50 cases of self-medication (from a total of 500 subjects).