Magnitude, characteristics and consequences of topical steroid misuse in rural North India: an observational study among dermatology outpatients
Introduction Current evidence indicates an alarming increase in topical steroid (TS) misuse in India. Data regarding the magnitude and characteristics of this problem in rural India, where 68% of the population resides, are insufficient. This study analyses the magnitude, causes, characteristics and...
Main Authors: | Molly Thomas, Celestine C Wong, Pam Anderson, Nathan Grills |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMJ Publishing Group
2020-05-01
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Series: | BMJ Open |
Online Access: | https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/10/5/e032829.full |
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