Clinical Manifestations of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis and Its Effects on School Attendance and Access to Medical Care in School Children of Western Uttar Pradesh

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dc.contributor.authorYadav, Men_US
dc.contributor.authorMehrotra, Nen_US
dc.contributor.authorTripathi, Sen_US
dc.contributor.authorArora, P.en_US
dc.date.accessioned2024-12-02T11:18:46Z
dc.date.available2024-12-02T11:18:46Z
dc.date.issued2024-10
dc.description.abstractIntroduction: Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) is a chronic ocular condition affecting school-age children, particularly in hot, allergen-rich regions. It presents with symptoms such as intense itching, tearing, foreign body sensation, and sticky discharge, causing discomfort and management challenges in resource-limited settings. VKC impacts public health significantly due to its high prevalence and effect on academic performance and school attendance. Method: This cross-sectional study included 1521 school children aged 6 to 16 years in Western Uttar Pradesh. Comprehensive eye examinations were conducted, and VKC was diagnosed based on conjunctival and limbal papillae. A structured questionnaire collected data on socio-demographic factors, medical care access, and VKC's impact on daily life and school attendance. Descriptive statistics and Pearson chi-square tests were used for analysis. Result: Of the participants, 242 (15.9%) had VKC, with a higher prevalence among boys (56.2%). Most cases were mild (66%), with 34% severe. Symptoms included itching, stinging, tearing, photophobia, and discharge. Severe VKC resulted in higher rates of constant eye rubbing and tear production. School absenteeism was significantly higher in severe cases (78%) compared to mild cases (47%) (P<0.001). Severe VKC also led to more frequent medical consultations (52% vs. 22%, P=0.01). Conclusion: VKC significantly affects school attendance and medical care utilization among children in Western Uttar Pradesh. Improved management practices, better access to medical care, and enhanced support systems are essential for affected children and families.en_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsShri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences, Bareilly, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsShri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences, Bareilly, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsShri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences, Bareilly, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsShri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences, Bareilly, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.citationYadav M, Mehrotra N, Tripathi S, Arora P.. Clinical Manifestations of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis and Its Effects on School Attendance and Access to Medical Care in School Children of Western Uttar Pradesh . National Journal of Medical Research. 2024 Oct; 14(4): 116-121en_US
dc.identifier.issn2277-8810
dc.identifier.placeIndiaen_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/240004
dc.languageenen_US
dc.publisherMedsci Publicationsen_US
dc.relation.issuenumber4en_US
dc.relation.volume14en_US
dc.source.urihttps://doi.org/10.55489/njmr.140420241003en_US
dc.subjectVernal Keratoconjunctivitisen_US
dc.subjectVKCen_US
dc.subjectOcular Conditionen_US
dc.subjectSchool Childrenen_US
dc.subjectItchingen_US
dc.subjectTearingen_US
dc.subjectSchool Attendanceen_US
dc.titleClinical Manifestations of Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis and Its Effects on School Attendance and Access to Medical Care in School Children of Western Uttar Pradeshen_US
dc.typeJournal Articleen_US
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