Social Isolation, Loneliness, Anxiety, and Quality of Life in a Chronic Ulcer Population With and Without Stigma: An Observational Trial

Chronic leg ulcers impact millions worldwide, causing visible symptoms including discoloration, swelling, scarring, and requiring bulky bandaging, which often leads to stigma. Stigma may worsen other psychosocial impairments. This observational study examined stigma, social isolation, loneliness, an...

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Main Authors: Teresa J Kelechi PhD, RN, Martina Mueller PhD, Margaret Prentice MBA, Mohan Madisetti MSc
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2025-05-01
Series:Journal of Patient Experience
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/23743735251341731
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