The psychological impact of rosacea and the influence of current management options
F Moustafa, RS Lewallen, SR Feldman - Journal of the American Academy …, 2014 - Elsevier
Background Rosacea is a common problem that is underdiagnosed; if left untreated can
result in physical disfigurement and emotional distress. Objective We reviewed the current
literature to determine the degree of psychosocial impact of rosacea and the importance of
treatment. We also reviewed the current treatment options. Methods A search of the
MEDLINE, EMBASE, and psycINFO databases from 1946 to present was performed to
identify previous articles regarding the psychosocial and quality-of-life (QoL) impact of …
result in physical disfigurement and emotional distress. Objective We reviewed the current
literature to determine the degree of psychosocial impact of rosacea and the importance of
treatment. We also reviewed the current treatment options. Methods A search of the
MEDLINE, EMBASE, and psycINFO databases from 1946 to present was performed to
identify previous articles regarding the psychosocial and quality-of-life (QoL) impact of …