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Research Paper | Dermatology | India | Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024 | Rating: 5 / 10
Impact of Acne Vulgaris on Quality of Life in College Going Students
Srinivasapur Fiza Iyman, Rathlavath Mounika Rathod, Chilakapati Laxmi Shalini
Abstract: Background: Acne vulgaris affects the quality of life more in adolescents. Facial acne is associated with severe negative impact on the quality of life. The impact of acne on quality of life in Indian patients remains undocumented. Aim: To study the impact of acne vulgaris and related factors that may influence the Quality of life using acne specific-questionnaire. Methods: In this study 50 patients with acne vulgaris were enrolled and a thorough dermatological examination was performed. QoL was measured using a combination of skin disease (DLQI) and acne specific-questionnaire (CADI). Results: Out of the 50 patients with AV, there were 29 (58%) females and 21 (42%) males with a female to male ratio of 1.38: 1. A majority (68%) of patients were between 18 and 23 years of age. There was a statistically significant difference in the acne grading impairments across the different categories. Conclusion: Our study shows that acne vulgaris considerably impacts quality of life and this is more pronounced in patients with severe grades of acne. The impact of AV on QOL of patients needs to be examined more acutely. So, it is recommended to psychologically evaluate all patients of acne vulgaris.
Keywords: Acne vulgaris, Quality of life, Dermatology Life Quality Index
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024
Pages: 1488 - 1491