The burden of childhood psoriasis

Pediatr Dermatol. 2011 Nov-Dec;28(6):736-737. doi: 10.1111/j.1525-1470.2011.01489.x. Epub 2011 Jun 22.

Abstract

A pilot study of the effect on quality of life of childhood psoriasis is presented. Of the children interviewed, 65% experienced stigmatization to a certain extent, 71% reported itching, and 43% complained about fatigue. Clinicians should pay attention to these items to initiate patient-tailored treatment.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Cost of Illness*
  • Fatigue / etiology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Pilot Projects
  • Pruritus / etiology
  • Psoriasis / complications
  • Psoriasis / physiopathology*
  • Psoriasis / psychology*
  • Quality of Life
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Stereotyping
  • Surveys and Questionnaires