학술논문

Foot ailments during Hajj: A short report
Document Type
Brief Communication
Source
Journal of Epidemiology and Global Health. 5(3):291-294
Subject
Hajj
Blisters
Foot injuries
Pilgrims
Language
English
ISSN
2210-6006
2210-6014
Abstract
A study of ailments of the feet in pilgrims of Hajj revealed that 31% of them suffered from blisters, and the prevalence was five times higher in females. The presence of comorbidity (diabetes, obesity and advanced age) warrants immediate attention to them to avoid serious complications.