Malnutrition in children with ichthyosis: Recommendations for monitoring from a multidisciplinary clinic experience

Malnutrition among under-five children in Democratic Republic of the Congo: A plague of the health system

“…The economic, social, medical and developmental consequences of the global burden of malnutrition are severe and persistent for individuals and their families, communities and individuals. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), malnutrition is a causative factor in almost half of the 10.4 million deaths of children under five [ 9 ]. Studies show that there are multiple and, sometimes, overlapping consequences.…”

“…Children who suffer from protein-energy malnutrition are shorter and weigh less, compared with others in an age-gender-specific category [ 6 ]. Malnutrition also affects the function and recovery of every organ system, such as muscle function, cardiopulmonary function, and gastrointestinal function, immune and wound healing, and psychosocial effects [ 9 ]. These consequences are either short-term or long-term consequences.…”

Erythroderma (exfoliative dermatitis). Part 2: energy homeostasis and dietetic management strategies

“…A prospective observation study of 50 infants and children with congenital ichthyoses reported that 16 of 50 patients (32%) had nutritional deficiencies, of whom 12 of the 16 (75%) had growth impairment. 15 Congenital erythroderma may further be associated with iron, vitamin D, selenium and zinc deficiencies. [15][16][17] Clinical guidelines for dermatoses often comment on a need for adequate dietetic support; however, there is a lack of dietary support guidance for erythroderma.…”

“…15 Congenital erythroderma may further be associated with iron, vitamin D, selenium and zinc deficiencies. [15][16][17] Clinical guidelines for dermatoses often comment on a need for adequate dietetic support; however, there is a lack of dietary support guidance for erythroderma. This seems remarkable, and is an important oversight given the sustained caloric loss that typifies erythroderma, and the clear need to address this caloric deficit through dietary means to avoid weight loss and potential malnutrition.…”

“…The increased energy expenditure of erythroderma may contribute to the associated failure to thrive in infants. A prospective observation study of 50 infants and children with congenital ichthyoses reported that 16 of 50 patients (32%) had nutritional deficiencies, of whom 12 of the 16 (75%) had growth impairment 15 . Congenital erythroderma may further be associated with iron, vitamin D, selenium and zinc deficiencies 15–17 …”