Incidence of dermatomycoses in Karachi in relation to variation in climatic conditions.

The study was aimed initially to find out the prevalence of dermatomycoses in Karachi and its correlation with prevailing climatic conditions and humidity. The results indicated a direct relationship between dermatomycoses and climatic conditions. With the rise in temperature and humidity a corresponding rise in prevalence of dermatomycoses was recorded. The incidence increases in summer and comes down in winter. More persons are exposed during May to August and then a gradual decline occurs. High temperature and humidity are the factors conducive for increased incidence (JPMA 37: 293, 1987.