Feelings of stigmatization in patients with rosacea. (21st June 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Halioua, B.; Cribier, B.; Frey, M.; Tan, J.
• Is Part Of: Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology. Volume 31:Number 1(2017:Jan.)
• Page Start: 163
• Page End: 168
• Publication Date: 2016-06-21
• Subjects: Dermatology -- Periodicals; Sexually transmitted diseases -- Periodicals; 616.5
• DOI: 10.1111/jdv.13748
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0926-9959

Abstract

Abstract: Background: Rosacea is a chronic facial disease that may lead to feelings of stigmatization, which can negatively impact psychological and social well‐being. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate different aspects of rosacea that could contribute to feelings of stigmatization. Methods: An online survey of a representative sample of the adult population in the UK, France, Germany and US was conducted to identify patients with rosacea based on presence of three or more clinical features. Results: Among the patients who completed the survey ( n = 807), mean age at first sign/symptom of rosacea was 31.3 ± 14.5 years; mean duration of disease was 102 ± 119 months. One‐third of patients reported feelings of stigmatization (FS; n = 275). Male patients were more likely to experience FS (49% vs. 37.2% in non‐FS population; P = 0.0037). Those with FS were more likely to avoid social situations (54.2% vs. 2.0%, P < 1.00 E‐10 ) and had a higher rate of depression (36.7% vs. 21.1%, P < 1.00 E‐10 ). Conclusions: Stigmatization is important in the daily lives of those with rosacea and should be taken into consideration in the management of these patients.