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Salim Ali Alarifi

Publications (3)

Demographic Characteristics and Prevalence of Skin Diseases among Schoolchildren in Rural Areas of Benghazi, Libya

Salim Ali Alarifi, Abdulhamed Elorfi, Amal Alerebi & Gamal Duweb · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2025

Background: Skin diseases are a common health problem in the pediatric age group. The prevalence of skin diseases depends on the health status, hygiene, and nutrition of children in the society. Aim of the Study: To evaluate the prevalence of skin diseases among schoolchildren in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i61662

Factors Affecting Pediculosis capitis Transmission among Primary School Children

Salim Ali Alarifi, Ghait Alsdae & Gamal A. Duweb · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2022

Introduction: Human head lice infest people worldwide and are most prevalent in children. Outbreaks of head lice more commonly affect children 3 to 12 years old, with girls being affected more commonly than boys. The aim is to study the factors affecting transmission of the disea...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2022/v43i1730656

Psoriasis Vulgaris in Libyan Patients: Demographic Characteristics, Disease Severity, and Body Mass Index

Lameen Saleh Lameen, Salim Ali Alarifi, Amal Alerebi, Tarik Enaairi, Ibrahim Almukahal & Gamal Ahmed Duweb · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2025

Background: Psoriasis is a common chronic inflammatory skin disorder mainly driven by T-lymphocyte activity. It is characterized by sharply demarcated, scaly, and indurated erythematous plaques, commonly affecting the extensor surfaces, scalp, nails, genital area, and lumbosacral...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2025/v37i125998