QUALITY OF LIFE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS WITH ATOPIC DERMATITIS
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https://doi.org/10.71000/6y8zxk20Keywords:
Atopic Dermatitis, Quality of life, pediatricsAbstract
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the most prevalent chronic skin disorders in childhood and is associated with a significant impact on quality of life (QoL).
Objective: This study investigates QoL impairment among paediatric patients with AD using the Children’s Dermatology Life Quality Index (CDLQI).
Methodology: A total of 474 participants (mean age 14.1 ± 1.4 years; 56.5% male) were assessed. The mean CDLQI score was 9.6 ± 6.8, reflecting a moderate impairment.
Results: Severe impairment was reported by 35.6% and very severe impairment by 9.5% of patients.
Stratified analysis revealed that shorter duration of disease (<1 year), family history of atopy, urban environment, and exposure to allergens were significantly associated with worse QoL (p < 0.05). No significant differences were observed by gender or education level. These findings highlight the multifactorial burden of AD on children’s lives, underscoring the need for targeted interventions including environmental modifications, patient education, and psychosocial support.
Conclusion: By integrating quantitative data with clinical interpretation, this research contributes to the growing evidence base on the psychosocial dimensions of AD and provides a foundation for improved multidisciplinary care strategies in pediatrics.
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