Sarcouncil Journal of Internal Medicine and Public Health

Abstract: Background: Psoriasis can be defined as a chronic skin condition where it can significantly decline a patient’s quality of life. Aim: This study contributed to assess various clinical outcomes which connected to psychological aspects and the quality of life of people with facial psoriasis. Patients and methods: We were examined the effects of several variables on the quality of life (HRQoL) of ninety-nine face psoriasis patients, which observed in this study, where it was conducted out at different hospitals in Iraq. Moreover, the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) data had diagnosed the severity of the illness, as well as the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) that identify to assess rates of HRQoL, where ninety people among their ages of 20 and 50 who were recruited between July 14, 2022, and August 24, 2023. Results: The gender ratio was 60% male, 4% female. The overall distribution for BMI was the following: 18.5-25 (15 instances), 25-30 (32 cases), 30-35 (30 cases), 35-40 (9 cases), and 40+ (4 cases). The type of face psoriasis was determined, with 43 occurrences of the most common types of psoriasis, included plaque psoriasis (28 patients), guttate psoriasis (13 patients), erythrodermic psoriasis (13 cases), as well as pustular psoriasis in the palms and soles (6 instances). Conclusion: Facial psoriasis significantly affects an individual’s emotional state and well-being, causing low confidence, shame, and social isolation. Symptoms like redness, scaling, and itching can cause physical discomfort, hindering activities, sleep, and quality of life. Those with the condition often conceal their symptoms by wearing long-sleeved shirts or trousers. The ongoing condition can leave individuals feeling frustrated and without help