Acta Medica Port
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Scabies is a common dermatological infection that globally affects more than 200 million people. It is caused by the parasite Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis and its transmission primarily occurs through direct contact. Symptoms typically appear three to six weeks after infestation, with intense itching being the most characteristic manifestation. ⋯ Permethrin is recommended as the first-line treatment for children over two months, while ivermectin is used in more severe cases. Adherence to treatment and the disinfestation of clothing and bedding are crucial to prevent reinfestation. Early recognition and effective treatment are essential given its prevalence and significant impact on public health, particularly in pediatric populations.
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Observational Study
[Medication Reconciliation in Primary Care: Practices, Knowledge and Attitudes in the Lisbon and Tagus Valley Health Region].
Despite the importance of medication reconciliation for the continuity of care, there is currently no information on the practices, knowledge, and attitudes of Portuguese family doctors on this subject. This study aimed to characterize the formal medication reconciliation procedures in the Lisbon and Tagus Valley Health Region, as well as the perception of family doctors in this region about what they know, how they think and how they practice medication reconciliation. ⋯ The proportion of primary health care units with a formal medication reconciliation procedure is low. Family doctors in the Lisbon and Tagus Valley Region value medication reconciliation, although they do not include it in all consultations after hospital admission. Communication between levels of care and the standardization of processes are areas with potential for improvement to promote the safe and patient-centered use of medication.