scholarly journals Dermatology life quality index in patients of acne vulgaris presenting to a tertiary care hospital: an observational study

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 692
Author(s):  
Darshana R. Kundale ◽  
Anil P. Gosavi ◽  
Ravindranath B. Chavan ◽  
Neelamkumari Bhatt
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Dermatology Life Quality Index ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Life Quality Index

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background: </strong>Acne vulgaris is a common, chronic disorder resulting from the inflammation of pilosebaceous unit, present with clinically various forms. It is usually prevalent in adolescent may persist in adulthood. This study was conducted to evaluate the quality of life (QoL) in patients suffering from acne vulgaris.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> Hospital based cross sectional study was conducted in 60 patients. Dermatology life quality index (DLQI) questionnaire was used to observe the effect of acne among patients.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results: </strong>Total numbers of patients enrolled were 60 (43 females,17 males). The mean age was 24.85±5.63 years. Maximum patients were of the age group 26-30 years (22 patients; 36%) and least were of 31-36 age group. Out of 60 patients, 29 patients had grade II acne followed by 20 with grade I acne, grade III acne was present in 11 patients. Most of the patients 31 (52%) were having “moderate impact” on quality of life followed by 23 (38%) with “small impact” on QOL. There was a significant positive correlation between grade of acne and DLQI (Pearson correlation=0.753, p=0.00).</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Our study showed significant impairment of QoL in acne patients. DLQI increases with increase in severity of acne. Treatment of acne should not be guided only by the clinical grade of acne, but take into consideration the psychosocial impact the condition has on the patient. Adequate counselling along with early treatment of acne vulgaris is essential in order to reduce the disease related psychosocial sequelae and increase treatment efficacy.</p>

scholarly journals A study on the dermatology life quality index in patients with acne vulgaris

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 774
Author(s):  
Sangaiah Sivaramakrishnan ◽  
Thomas Jayakar
Keyword(s):  
Dermatology Life Quality Index ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significant Impairment ◽  
Life Quality Index

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Acne vulgaris is a common, chronic disorder, involving inflammation of the pilosebaceous units that can be varied in presentation and difficult to treat. Most adolescents experience some acne; however, it may linger into adulthood. This study was done<strong> </strong>to evaluate the dermatology life quality index in patients with acne vulgaris.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> A cross sectional study was done with pretested Dermatology life quality index (DLQI) questionnaire on 100 acne patients 15 years and above, in a tertiary care hospital. Interpretation of score and impact on quality of life (QoL) was done and graded as no effect, small effect, moderate effect, and very large effect.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> In our study, females outnumbered males (M: F ratio=1: 1.22). The age group most affected was within 15 and 20 years of age. The mean DLQI score was 5.59±4.07. Most of them had a ‘small impact’ on the QoL. QoL was worse in females. The most common grade of acne overall was grade 2 acne. Grade 3 acne was more common in men. Most of the patients (84%) experienced some degree of embarrassment or increased self-consciousness due to their acne.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Our study showed significant impairment of QoL in acne patients. Treatment of acne should not be guided only by the clinical grade of acne, but take into consideration the psychosocial impact the condition has on the patient. Adequate counselling along with early treatment of acne vulgaris is essential in order to reduce the disease-related psychosocial sequelae and increase treatment efficacy.</p>

scholarly journals Hubungan Derajat Keparahan Akne Vulgaris dengan Kualitas Hidup menggunakan Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI)

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 77-83
Author(s):  
Alvin Sachio ◽  
Vera Madonna Lumban Toruan ◽  
Yuniati
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Dermatology Life Quality Index ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Life Quality Index ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Severity Degree

Background: Quality of life is an individual's perception of his life in the context of culture and values ​​in a place of residence with the relationship of goals, expectations, standards and concerns. Acne is a problem that can have an impact on a person's quality of life because of the shame felt by sufferers. Purpose : To describe the relationship between severity degree of acne vulgaris with quality of life using the Dermatology Life Quality Index assessment. Methods : This research is an analytical observational research with cross sectional method and the sampling was chosen by purposive sampling. The sample size of this study was 60 respondents, assessing quality of life using the DLQI questionnaire instrument. Result : Statistical test data indicate that there is no relationship between the severity degree of acne vulgaris with quality of life (p = 0,101). Conclusion : There is no correlation between the severity of acne vulgaris with quality of life using the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) assessment.

scholarly journals Impact of Parallel Topical Treatment with Nadifloxacin and Adapalene on Acne Vulgaris Severity and Quality of Life: A Prospective, Uncontrolled, Multicentric, Noninterventional Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 158-171
Author(s):  
Claudia Neumeister ◽  
Rolf-Hasso Bödeker ◽  
Ulrich Schwantes ◽  
Claudia Borelli
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Dermatology Life Quality Index ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Rapid Improvement ◽  
Life Quality Index ◽  
Noninterventional Study

<b><i>Introduction:</i></b> Daily parallel application of adapalene and nadifloxacin has been determined to be effective and well tolerated in patients with acne vulgaris in randomized, controlled clinical studies. Here, the authors report the results from a large, prospective, uncontrolled, multicentric, noninterventional study under real-life conditions in Germany. The effect of treatment on acne severity, safety, and, for the first time, health-related quality of life (HRQoL) was investigated. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Of the 292 patients (safety collective: 231 adults, 61 adolescents) who had at least grade 4 acne vulgaris on the face as per the Leeds Revised Acne Grading (LRAG), 273 (efficacy collective: 213 adults, 60 adolescents) were treated with adapalene 0.1% cream or gel and nadifloxacin 1% cream for the defined minimum of 28 days. Patients were evaluated for acne severity, acne-related facial symptoms, HRQoL, overall assessment of therapy, and safety. <b><i>Results:</i></b> After the median treatment duration of 37 and 38 days (adults and adolescents, respectively), 93.4% and 85.0% of adults and adolescents, respectively, exhibited a sustained decrease in acne severity. The LRAG decreased by at least 3 scores in 29.1% and 24.6% of female and male adults, respectively. HRQoL improved in 67.9% and 63.5% of adults and adolescents, respectively (median improvement in the Dermatology Life Quality Index scores per patient of 3.0 [female adults], 1.0 [male adults], and 2.0 for all adolescents in the Children’s Dermatology Life Quality Index). Female adults were more impaired in terms of HRQoL compared to male adults. The 2 best overall efficacy ratings were provided by physicians in 79.3% and 69.5% and by patients in 68.5% and 58.3% of adult and adolescent cases, respectively. The treatment was well tolerated, as reflected in the low number of 9 mild adverse events (AEs), all of which resolved without treatment. However, 4 patients terminated the study prematurely due to AEs. <b><i>Conclusion:</i></b> In this study, the parallel use of adapalene and nadifloxacin for at least 5 weeks resulted in a rapid improvement in acne severity, an increase in HRQoL, and a good safety profile. Therefore, it represents a promising treatment option that offers the possibility of flexible therapy adjustment.

scholarly journals Translating the Science of Quality of Life into Practice: What Do Dermatology Life Quality Index Scores Mean?

2005 ◽  
Vol 125 (4) ◽  
pp. 659-664 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yan Hongbo ◽  
Charles L. Thomas ◽  
Michael A. Harrison ◽  
M. Sam Salek ◽  
Andrew Y. Finlay
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Dermatology Life Quality Index ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Life Quality Index

scholarly journals Assessment of the quality of life of pediatric patients at a center of excellence in dermatology in southern Brazil

2012 ◽  
Vol 87 (5) ◽  
pp. 697-702 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magda Blessmann Weber ◽  
Daniel Lorenzini ◽  
Clarissa Prieto Herman Reinehr ◽  
Bárbara Lovato
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Skin Disease ◽  
Dermatology Life Quality Index ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Pediatric Patients ◽  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Chronically Ill ◽  
Life Quality Index

BACKGROUND: Skin diseases cause negative impact on the emotional state, social relationships and daily activities, due to the stigma caused by the appearance of the lesions. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to assess the quality of life of pediatric patients with skin diseases attending a dermatology service, compare the scores obtained among the dermatoses found in the sample and associate them to the variables, in addition to observing how the skin disease specifically affects quality of life. METHODS: Cross-sectional study, with patients between 5 and 16 years attending the Dermatology Service of the University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre, Brazil, between July 2010 and February 2011. The data collection instruments were the Children's Dermatology Life Quality Index questionnaire and the AUEQI questionnaire. RESULTS: A total of 161 patients were interviewed, with mean age of 9,66 years. The main dermatoses were atopic dermatitis (29.8%), warts (13%) and molluscum contagiosum (7.5%). Chronic diseases (73.9%) were the most prevalent. The overall mean Children's Dermatology Life Quality Index score was 5.01 for chronic dermatoses and 2.07 for acute illnesses, indicating a compromised quality of life among chronically ill patients. The comparison between the scores obtained with the AUEQI scale and the Children's Dermatology Life Quality Index scores indicates that the overall quality of life is less affected than the specific quality of life related to the dermatosis. CONCLUSIONS: The data presented reinforce how important it is that the patients, their families and caregivers understand the symptoms, triggers and treatment of the skin disease in question. This information facilitates adherence to the treatment and justifies the conduct adopted by the dermatologist.

Loss of Work Productivity and Quality of Life in Patients With Autoimmune Bullous Dermatoses

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (6) ◽  
pp. 546-554 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Heelan ◽  
S. L. Hitzig ◽  
S. Knowles ◽  
A. M. Drucker ◽  
N. Mittmann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Dermatology Life Quality Index ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Work Productivity ◽  
Activity Impairment ◽  
Work Impairment ◽  
Life Quality Index ◽  
The Impact

Background: Little is known about quality of life and work productivity in autoimmune bullous dermatoses (AIBDs). Objective: To determine the impact of AIBDs on quality of life and work productivity. Methods: An observational cross-sectional study took place between February and May 2013 at an AIBD tertiary referral centre. Ninety-four patients were included. All participants completed the Dermatology Life Quality Index and the Work Productivity and Activity Impairment–Specific Health Problem questionnaires. Results: Responders to treatment had less impairment ( P < .001) than nonresponders. Patients with severe AIBD had significantly more impairment that those with mild ( P < .001) and moderate ( P = .002) AIBD. Greater impairment was associated with higher percentage of work missed. Those with a higher Dermatology Life Quality Index score had greater work impairment and overall activity impairment ( P = .041, P = .024). Nonresponders had increased impairment while working ( P < .001), overall work impairment ( P < .001), and activity impairment ( P < .001). Severely affected patients had worse impairment in all Work Productivity and Activity Impairment Questionnaire domains. Conclusions: AIBD has the potential to be a large burden on ability to work and quality of life. Larger studies are needed to clarify how these domains change over time and whether or not they improve with treatment.

scholarly journals The impact of acne vulgaris on quality of life and psychic health in young adolescents in Greece: results of a population survey

2012 ◽  
Vol 87 (6) ◽  
pp. 862-869 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eleni Tasoula ◽  
Stamatis Gregoriou ◽  
John Chalikias ◽  
Dimitris Lazarou ◽  
Ifigenia Danopoulou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Dermatology Life Quality Index ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Young Adolescents ◽  
Severe Acne ◽  
Study Population ◽  
The Impact

BACKGROUND: Acne vulgaris can severely affect social and psychological functioning. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of acne vulgaris and its severity on Quality of Life of young adolescents in Greece. METHODS: We conducted a questionnaire based survey among 1560 adolescent between the ages of 11 and 19 years old and 1531 of these were completed. Adolescents with acne filled all the questions including the Children Dermatology Life Quality Index. Adolescents without acne filled the questions about age, family history of acne, stress and smoking. Data were analyzed with Pearson Chi Square test. RESULTS: Acne prevalence was 51.2% affecting both sexes equally. Self reported mild acne was present in 71.2% and moderate-severe acne in 28.8% of the study population. The mean age of the study population was 15.77y. The median score of Children Dermatology Life Quality Index was 4.02. The impact of acne on quality of life is associated with the severity of the acne (p<0.0001). Patients with moderate/severe acne experience greater psychosocial and emotional impairment (p<0.0001). Body image is modified proportionally to the severity of acne (p<0.0001). Symptoms and treatment of acne are factors that also influence their quality of life. Girls and boys are equally affected. Stress and heredity are correlated with acne and its severity (p<0.0001). We didn't find any correlation between smoking and acne. CONCLUSION: Acne affects Quality of Life of young adolescents in Greece. The impact is proportional to the severity of acne. More severe acne is associated with greater effect on quality of life with implications for self esteem, body image and relationships with others.

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