Children with Facial Morphea Managing Everyday Life: A Qualitative Study

ConclusionUnderstanding what it is like to live with facial morphea from the perspectives of children and parents is important for devising ways to support children with facial morphea to achieve a better quality of life. Health care providers can help families access resources to manage anxiety, deal with bullying and construct adequate explanations of facial morphea, as well as providing opportunities for peer support.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

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Source: British Journal of Dermatology - February 16, 2018 Category: Dermatology Authors: E. Stasiulis, B. Gladstone, K. Boydell, C. O'Brien, E. Pope, R. Laxer Tags: Original Article Source Type: research