2023
DOI: 10.2147/jaa.s404350
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Implications of Atopic Dermatitis on the Quality of Life of 6–11 Years Old Children and Caregivers (PEDI-BURDEN)

Abstract: Purpose Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, relapsing and remitting inflammatory skin disease characterized by intense itch. The disease burden includes physical limitations, psychosocial discomfort, and a reduced quality of life (HRQoL). This study presents the results of a parent-reported survey on the psychosocial impact of AD on Italian pre-adolescent children (6–11 years old), with a specific focus on bullying, self-isolation, absenteeism, and presenteeism. Methods … Show more

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“…The clinical manifestation of atopic dermatitis varies depending on the age of patients, but all age groups share certain common features, such as a chronic and recurrent course of disease, pruritus, and a co-occurrence of atopic diseases in personal or family medical history [ 2 ]. Pruritus is not only a source of frustration for patients, but also an important cause of sleep disorders, and significantly impacts the quality of life both of patients and their families [ 6 , 7 ]. It is a fundamental symptom of AD and a primary component of most diagnostic criteria [ 8 ].…”
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confidence: 99%
“…The clinical manifestation of atopic dermatitis varies depending on the age of patients, but all age groups share certain common features, such as a chronic and recurrent course of disease, pruritus, and a co-occurrence of atopic diseases in personal or family medical history [ 2 ]. Pruritus is not only a source of frustration for patients, but also an important cause of sleep disorders, and significantly impacts the quality of life both of patients and their families [ 6 , 7 ]. It is a fundamental symptom of AD and a primary component of most diagnostic criteria [ 8 ].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%