Genital psoriasis is associated with significant impairment in quality of life and sexual functioning

Ryan, Caitriona; Sadlier, Muriel; Vol, Edward De; Patel, Mahir; Lloyd, Amanda Abramson; Day, Antoinette; Lally, Aoife; Kirby, Brian; Menter, Alan

doi:10.1016/j.jaad.2015.02.1127

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“…Although these patients report stigmatization, two studies indicate that patients with genital involvement experience greater feelings of stigmatization than psoriasis patients without genital lesions,31,32 while one did not 33. Two other studies demonstrated that patients with genital psoriasis or genital discomfort experienced more depressive symptoms than patients without genital symptoms 6,26…”

Section: Symptomsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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The impact of genital psoriasis on quality of life: a systematic review

Yang¹,

Beck²,

Sanchez³

et al. 2018

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Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated inflammatory disease with significant medical and psychological comorbidities. In addition to having increased cardiovascular risk and mortality, psoriasis patients are more likely to be depressed, anxious, and endorse suicidal ideation than the general population. These patients often have low self-esteem and feel stigmatized due to their skin disease, which can prevent them from pursuing relationships, dating, and attending social activities. Up to 63% of adult psoriasis patients experience psoriatic lesions on their genital area during their lifetime, but often do not discuss these issues with their physicians due to embarrassment, stigmatization, or shyness about this sensitive location. However, psoriasis in sensitive areas, such as the genitals, may result in quality of life impairment greater than that of patients with psoriasis elsewhere on their body, particularly in respect to romantic relationships, intimacy, and sexual function. This article evaluates the current literature regarding the impact of genital psoriasis on the quality of life of affected patients.

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confidence: 99%

“…6,25,26 Itching occurred at a greater intensity than burning or pain and was reported to be the most bothersome symptom in 40% of patients 25. Another 40% of patients were most bothered by stinging and burning in the genital area, whereas the remaining 20% were most bothered by pain.…”

Section: Symptomsmentioning

confidence: 99%

The impact of genital psoriasis on quality of life: a systematic review

Yang¹,

Beck²,

Sanchez³

et al. 2018

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“…About a third of patients with psoriasis report genital involvement 8. Patients often describe itch, stinging sensation, pain during intercourse, and worsening of symptoms after intercourse.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The infographic (fig 6) summarises treatment options and the level of evidence for these. Expert committees recommend potent to very potent topical corticosteroid ointment in persistent cases of eczema and in seborrhoeic dermatitis, genital psoriasis, lichen planus, and lichen sclerosus 38913. These are to be applied daily for 4-8 weeks until symptoms are controlled.…”

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confidence: 99%