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Study on Assessment of Quality of Life and Depression in Patients of Vitiligo
RahulKrishna S Kota1, Rita V Vora2, Jagdish R Varma3
1Department of Skin and VD, Sravani Poly Clinic, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Context:
Vitiligo is an autoimmune pigmentary disorder characterized by localized or generalized depigmentation of the skin. It is associated with significant stigma and has impact on patient's quality of life (QoL) and psychological wellbeing.
Aims:
To see the variance in QoL and level of depression in vitiligo patients with extent of vitiligo.
Materials And Methods:
Vitiligo patients aged ≥18 years attending OPD were included in the study. Impairment in QoL was assessed by administering DLQI (Dermatology Life Quality Index) and VIS22 (Vitiligo Impact Scale22). Depression was assessed by administering QIDSSR16 (Quick Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology). The Vitiligo Area Scoring Index (VASI) was calculated based on clinical examination.
Results:
One hundred and fifty patients enrolled. Most common age group was 18-30 years. Mean DLQI, VIS22, QIDSSR16 scores were 7.02, 16.37, 5.87, respectively. QoL was affected to some extent in 85.3% and 86.7% according to the DLQI and VIS22, respectively. Depression was seen in 44%.
Coclusion:
Young patients showed higher impairment in QoL and also higher levels of depression. It would be useful to offer psychiatric consult and counseling in addition to specific treatment.
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