Itch and mental health in dermatological patients across Europe: a cross sectional study in 13 countries

Itch is a highly prevalent and multi-dimensional symptom. We aimed to analyze the association between itch and mental health in dermatological patients. This multi-center study is observational cross-sectional conducted in dermatological clinics across 13 European countries. A total of 3530 patients and 1094 healthy controls were included. Patients were examined clinically. Outcome measures were itch (presence, chronicity and intensity), the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, EQ5D-VAS, sociodemographics, suicidal ideation, stress (negative life events and economic difficulties).

Source: Journal of Investigative Dermatology - September 2, 2019 Category: Dermatology Authors: Florence J. Dalgard, Åke Svensson, Jon Anders Halvorsen, Uwe Gieler, Christina Schut, Lucia Tomas-Aragones, Lars Lien, Francoise Poot, Gregor B.E. Jemec, Laurent Misery, Csanad Szabo, Dennis Linder, Francesca Sampogna, Saskia Spillekom-van Koulil, Flora Tags: Original Article Source Type: research