International Journal of Tropical Medicine
ISSN: Online 1818-779XISSN: Print 1816-3319
Abstract
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a pruritic, chronic relapsing, eczematous, inflammatory, non‐infectious skin illness that affects up to 20% of the population(1) and has a wide range of clinical characteristics. Atopic dermatitis is linked to a variety of co‐morbidities, such as food allergies, asthma, allergic rhinitis, and mental health issues. Complex interactions between predisposing genes, the immune system, and the environment have been connected to the pathogenesis. The pathophysiology is complicated, with a strong hereditary susceptibility, epidermal malfunction and T‐cell‐driven inflammation all playing a role. It is characterized by a constellation of findings like pruritus, macular erythema, papules, excoriation, oozing, crusting, xerosis, lichenification and secondary infection. The initial diagnosis is rarely by investigations. Total Serum IgE, Specific serum IgE and prick tests help to detect the atopic nature of the individual. Although the disease is self‐limiting, still it has many psychological impacts like rage, anxiety, sadness. It has a great psychological impact on the family and it affects the quality of life also. Along with socially impacting the life of children, it has psychologically hit the family especially the mothers of such children. An observational study shall be done in the Dept of Dermatology and Venerology in Terna hospital and specialty center at Nerul. The aim of our research is to study the psychological effects on the parents of children affected with Atopic Dermatitis in a tertiary care Centre. Hanifin and Rajka criteria are considered the standard for clinical diagnosis. For diagnosis, we must have 3 or more major as well as 3 minor criteria. To determine the extent and severity, SCORAD system shall be clinically used for the patients. Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale and Questionnaire is used to assess the response of the patients. A proforma shall be given to the patients to fill with their consent.
How to cite this article:
Parag Sharma and Shveta Goyal. Psychological Impact on the Parents of Children Affected with Atopic Dermatitis in a Tertiary Care Centre.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makijtm.2024.3.152.161
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1816-3319/10.36478/makijtm.2024.3.152.161