Public Knowledge and Attitudes towards Vitiligo: A Survey in Mekelle City, Northern Ethiopia

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Afewerki Gebremeskel Tsadik · Mekelle University

Mezgebe Zeru Teklemedhin · Mekelle University

Desilu Mahari Desta · Mekelle University

Abstract

Even though the majority of the respondents had sufficient knowledge, we still found misconceptions and negative attitudes towards vitiligo. Therefore, it is still crucial to educate the public about vitiligo to ultimately improve the well-being of patients with vitiligo.

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melanin and skin pigmentation Olfactory and Sensory Function Studies

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Published in: Dermatology Research and Practice

Volume 2020, pp. 1-7

DOI: 10.1155/2020/3495165

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Public Knowledge and Attitudes towards Vitiligo: A Survey in Mekelle City, Northern Ethiopia

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