Sarcouncil Journal of Medical Sciences

Abstract: Background: White spots of the skin can be resulted of melanin loss in vitiligo, a persistent skin disorder, where vitiligo has a substantial psychological impact on patients in addition to its medical effects, leading to anxiety, sadness, and a reduction in quality of life. Aim: The goal of our article is to evaluate the psychological well-being of vitiligo patients as a cross–sectional study as well as identify the risk factors during a 12-month follow-up period. Methods: In term of duration of 12 months follow - up, 100 patients with vitiligo participated as a cross-sectional study using a standardized questionnaire including psychological evaluations, such as the Vitiligo Impact Scale (VIS-22), Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-II), as well as the SF-36 Quality of Life questionnaire, which all gathered together with demographic data and clinical results. Results: The results indicated 40% of the patients had negative psychological repercussions and a significant positive relationship between higher scores of BDI-II and lower VASI scores (r = -0.45, p < 0.001), where females and individuals who had a BMI of 25 or more also showed higher odds of psychological distress. Due to that, the VIS-22 scores showed a significant negative impact on quality of life, particularly with regard to emotional well-being and social functioning. Conclusion: The current findings indicate the significant psychological toll that vitiligo sufferers endure, which vitiligo sufferers may have a higher overall quality of life if they are more aware of the condition and receive early psychosocial treatment