The emotional burden of chronic skin disease dominates physical factors among women, adversely affecting quality of life and sexual function

Both physical and emotional effects are linked with the natural history of chronic skin diseases (CSD). Skin lesions can be confined to covered areas or involve emotionally charged regions (genitalia/exposed areas).

Source: Journal of Psychosomatic Research - October 22, 2018 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Ahmed Mohamed Hassanin, Nashaat Nabil Ismail, Ahmed el Guindi, Hanan Amin Sowailam Source Type: research