Quality of Life in Patients with Melasma
Introduction: Melasma is a skin disorder that causes brown spots on the face, especially in women and people with dark skin. This situation can have a significant impact on the patient's quality of life, including issues with self-confidence, mental strain, and difficulty in social and familia...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2025-01-01
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| Series: | Dermatology Practical & Conceptual |
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| Online Access: | https://dpcj.org/index.php/dpc/article/view/4601 |
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| Summary: | Introduction: Melasma is a skin disorder that causes brown spots on the face, especially in women and people with dark skin. This situation can have a significant impact on the patient's quality of life, including issues with self-confidence, mental strain, and difficulty in social and familial relationships.
Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the quality of life in patients with melasma.
Methods: We conducted a study analyzing the relationship between the severity of melasma and quality of life using the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) questionnaire.
Results: The study found that severity of melasma, which was measured by the Melasma Area Severity Index (MASI), was closely related to the degree of maximum darkness in the affected area. The researchers also found a modest impact on the quality of life-related to the condition, with DLQI scores averaging 6.16 and a strong correlation between MASI scores and quality of life.
Conclusions: Healthcare professionals should also consider the emotional and societal consequences of skin pigmentation conditions in addition to providing medical and therapeutic interventions. Further research is needed to understand better the complex relationships between different factors and their impact on skin health.
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| ISSN: | 2160-9381 |