Tele-Dermatology in Clinical Management of Suspected Cutaneous Leishmaniasis in COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world dynamics in various prospects. It led to the restricted mobility of dermatological patients and helped telemedicine platform to flourish than ever. Though teledermatology has its own pros and cons, it’s being used in treatment of various skin disorders....
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| Language: | English |
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Society of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists of Nepal (SODVELON)
2020-10-01
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| Series: | Nepal Journal of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology |
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| Online Access: | https://nepjol.info/index.php/NJDVL/article/view/31120 |
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| Summary: | The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world dynamics in various prospects. It led to the restricted mobility of dermatological patients and helped telemedicine platform to flourish than ever. Though teledermatology has its own pros and cons, it’s being used in treatment of various skin disorders. Cutaneous leishmaniasis is an emerging disease in Nepal whose diagnosis is primarily clinical and histological. We are reporting a case of suspected cutaneous leishmaniasis from far western hilly region of Nepal who was empirically treated with fluconazole with the help of teledermatology platform with outstand outcomes.
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| ISSN: | 2091-0231 2091-167X |