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Rosacea and Associated Comorbidities: A Google Search Trends Analysis
Mark C Marchitto1, Anna L Chien1
1Drs. Marchitto and Chien are with the Department of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland.
Public interest in rosacea and its connections to other health conditions is growing. Google search data reveals significant correlations between rosacea searches and those for depression, dementia, hypothyroidism, and gastrointestinal issues.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Public Health
- Digital Epidemiology
Background:
- Emerging evidence suggests a link between rosacea and systemic diseases.
- Understanding public interest in these connections is crucial for healthcare providers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze Google search trends for rosacea and comorbid conditions.
- To identify correlations between public search behavior and potential disease associations.
Main Methods:
- Examined Google Search Volume Index (SVI) data from 2004-2018 in the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.
- Calculated Pearson correlation coefficients to assess relationships between rosacea search terms and those for common comorbidities.
- Analyzed seasonal search patterns for rosacea across different geographic regions.
Main Results:
- Rosacea searches peaked in spring and were lowest in winter in the US, Canada, and UK; Australia showed inverse seasonal trends.
- Significant correlations were observed between rosacea SVI and searches for depression (US), dementia and hypothyroidism (UK).
- Associations were also found between rosacea searches and irritable bowel syndrome (Canada), ulcerative colitis (UK), and osteoporosis (Australia).
Conclusions:
- Public interest in the relationship between rosacea and comorbid conditions is increasing.
- These findings highlight the need for a holistic approach to managing rosacea patients.
- Clinicians should consider potential systemic links when treating individuals with rosacea.
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