Demographic Profile, Quality of Life and Other Related Factors among Psoriatic Patients: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Abstract

Psoriasis is a common dermatological condition with a significant effect on patients' daily life. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study conducted in the Dermatology outpatient department. Non-probability type consecutive sampling was used for the current study. Respondents were included by following selected inclusion and exclusion criteria. Patients’ demographic information was taken by pre-tested semi-structured questionnaires. DLQI were evaluated by 10 standard questions. Data accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality were maintained. Participants could withdraw at any time. Data analysis was done using SPSS 25.0. Results were presented visually through tables and diagrams for clarity. Results: The majority 87(39.9%) of respondents were between 30 to 35 years. A significant 114(52.3%) respondents were male while 127(58.3%) were married. Most 137(62.8%) of the patients are currently employed. Almost three-fourths of 160(73.4%) had a negative family history. A significant number 168(77.1%) were suffering from localized plaque psoriasis. Regarding BMI, the majority of patients 138(63.3%) had normal BMI. More than half 112(51.4%) were suffering from psoriasis for a duration of 3 to 5 years. Of diagnosed patients, only 62(28.4%) had joint or nail involvement. Due to the current disease process 169(77.5%) respondents did not affect their job. DLQI score for a significant number 71(32.6%) were scored in moderate category effect. Around half 105(48.2%) of the patient had mild involvement in their skin. Conclusion: Psoriatic patients were middle-aged married males with current employment. Usually, psoriatic patients do not have a familial history. Among diagnosed psoriatic patients, most of them were diagnosed with localized plaque psoriasis with normal BMI. Most of the patient had no effect of psoriasis on their job with moderate DLQI and mild skin involvement.