The effect of melasma on self-esteem: A pilot study

Melasma is a common disorder of hyperpigmentation characterized by tan or brown macules and patches affecting sun-exposed areas, particularly the face. Melasma has been shown to have a significant impact on the quality of life and self-esteem of those affected. We interviewed six patients who were d...

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Published in:International journal of women's dermatology 2018-03, Vol.4 (1), p.38-42
Main Authors: Jiang, J., Akinseye, O., Tovar-Garza, A., Pandya, A.G.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
melasma
pigmentation
qualitative
quality of life
self-esteem
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Summary:Melasma is a common disorder of hyperpigmentation characterized by tan or brown macules and patches affecting sun-exposed areas, particularly the face. Melasma has been shown to have a significant impact on the quality of life and self-esteem of those affected. We interviewed six patients who were diagnosed with moderate-to-severe melasma with regard to the effect of their disorder on their self-esteem. All patients reported a significant negative effect on their quality of life and self-esteem. With successful therapy using a triple combination of cream and oral tranexamic acid to treat their melasma, all reported a marked improvement in self-esteem. Physicians who treat patients with melasma should be aware of its profound psychosocial effects and the improvement that successful melasma treatment can have on self-esteem.
ISSN:2352-6475
2352-6475
DOI:10.1016/j.ijwd.2017.11.003