– Stigma is one of the main consequences of dermatology in Europe, according to JEADV study
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Lugano, Italy, October 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/—— Skin disease burden Europeis a large pan-European study analyzing 19,015 people with various skin conditions, showing the huge psychological cost of living with the disease.
The diseases examined in the study were published today in Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (JEADV)including acne, atopic dermatitis, alopecia, psoriasis and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
88% of people with dermatology find their condition embarrassing in their personal lives, and 83% feel the same way in their work lives. Additionally, nearly 25% said they had changed their professional activities as a result of their illness, with those with acne (48%) and urticaria (60%) having their work lives particularly affected.
Previous findings suggest that nearly half of European adults report suffering from at least one skin disease. The prevalence of skin diseases may be even higher, with 40% of skin cancer and STD diagnoses going undetected on the first visit.
teacher Mary-Alice RichardThe study’s lead author commented: “This study highlights the alarming psychosocial challenges faced by people with skin conditions and highlights the need to provide patients with psychological support and reduce the stigma they experience personally and in their lives.” These common conditions have a profound impact on mental health and have a significant impact on patients’ quality of life. “
Despite their high prevalence and psychological and physical impact, skin diseases have received limited policy, research, and funding attention. The patient journey is often complex and many avoid seeking care, leading to an underestimation of the true burden.
Professor Myrto Trakatelli, Chair of the EADV Outreach Working Group, explains: “Dermatology is systematically underreported and only a small number of interventions have been published to address the associated stigma. “Urgent action is needed to raise awareness of the impact of dermatology on humans. , awareness of the economic and social impact, and ensuring patients receive the comprehensive care they need, including mental health support. Removing stigma from this area is vital to making a real difference to the lives of many people living with skin conditions, which is why we are calling on policymakers to Take concerted action to address the physical and psychological burden of skin disease.
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