Jurado SF, Villaseñor CGP, Peralta PML, Rodríguez AM, Morales SM

Language: Spanish
References: 14
Page: 94-99
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ABSTRACT

Background: Melasma is a facial dermatosis characterized by the presence of hyperchromic, well limited spots. Previous studies have demonstrated that melasma affects the quality of life of those who suffer it. In our country, data does not exist about the impact in the quality of life in men. Objective: To determine the quality of life in men with melasma, and to compare with a control group. Material and methods: There was realized a transverse, comparative study in the Dermatological Center Dr. «Ladislao de la Pascua». Two groups of patients were recruited: men with melasma and a control group without dermatological diseases. There were applied to them the quality of life questionnaires SF-36 and Melasma Quality of Life Scale. Results: Eigthy men with melasma and 50 controls were studied. The average of the total scale of the questionnaire SF-36 was 73.9 in the group of cases and 78.8 in the controls (p = 0.099). The scale in the dimension of general health was different in both groups (p = 0.003). Patients showed more impact in the quality of life in the items of appearance, frustration, inconvenience and on having felt less attractive according to the questionnaire Melasma Quality of Life Scale. Conclusion: Men with melasma have 1.5 more risk of diminishing his quality of life in comparison with men without dermatological diseases.

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