A5064500209- Dermatology and Skin Diseases
- Urticaria and Related Conditions
- Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization
- Contact Dermatitis and Allergies
- Asthma and respiratory diseases
- Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects
- Psoriasis: Treatment and Pathogenesis
- Medicine and Dermatology Studies History
- Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
- Family Dynamics and Relationships
- Pharmacological Effects of Natural Compounds
- Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research
- Education, Healthcare and Sociology Research
- Vitamin C and Antioxidants Research
- Autoimmune Bullous Skin Diseases
- Family Support in Illness
- Nail Diseases and Treatments
- Body Image and Dysmorphia Studies
- Nursing Roles and Practices
- Attachment and Relationship Dynamics
- Cancer Genomics and Diagnostics
- Health Promotion and Cardiovascular Prevention
- Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Mast cells and histamine
University of Oslo
2014-2024
Oslo University Hospital
2013-2024
Institute of Dermatology
2019
Lovisenberg Diakonale Sykehus
2016
Institutt for Eksperimentell Medisinsk Forskning
2015
The contribution of psychological disorders to the burden skin disease has been poorly explored, and this is a large-scale study ascertain association between depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation with various dermatological diagnoses. This international multicenter observational cross-sectional was conducted in 13 European countries. In each dermatology clinic, 250 consecutive adult out-patients were recruited complete questionnaire, reporting socio-demographic information, negative life...
Abstract Background The term prurigo has been used for many decades in dermatology without clear definition, and currently terminology of is inconsistent confusing. Especially, itch‐related remains unexplored regarding the epidemiology, clinical profile, natural course, underlying causes, available treatments economic burden, although burdensome difficult to treat. Objective To address these issues, multicentre European Prurigo Project (EPP) was designed increase knowledge on chronic (CPG)....
Generic instruments measuring health‐related quality of life (HRQoL), like EQ5D™, enable comparison skin diseases with healthy populations and nondermatological medical conditions, as well calculation utility data. To measure HRQoL in patients common controls across Europe using the EQ5D. This multicentre observational cross‐sectional study was conducted 13 European countries. Each dermatology clinic recruited at least 250 consecutive adult outpatients to complete questionnaires, including...
Skin conditions may have a strong impact on patients' sexual life, and thus influence personal relationships. Sexual issues are difficult to discuss directly in clinical practice, mediated instrument be useful capture such information. In this study item 9 of the Dermatology Life Quality Index was used collect information several skin 13 European countries. Among 3,485 patients, 23.1% reported problems. The impairment particularly high patients with hidradenitis suppurativa, prurigo,...
Chronic prurigo (CPG) is a highly burdensome pruritic disease characterized by chronic itch, prolonged scratching behavior and the development of localized or generalized hyperkeratotic pruriginous lesions. Neuronal sensitization an itch-scratch cycle contribute to augmentation pruritus chronicity disease. We provide here first international guideline for rational diagnostic therapeutic approach CPG. Recommendations are based on available evidence expert opinion. The diagnosis CPG made...
Abstract Background Acne is a very common skin condition, and it of great interest to elucidate lifestyle factors that may contribute its occurrence. In the last decade, acne‐diet connection has been brought back credibility. Objective To examine whether high intakes dairy products in early adolescence associated with moderate severe acne later adolescence. Methods The study longitudinal, questionnaire‐based population Norwegian adolescents. Students attending 10th grade (15–16 years old)...
Abstract Background Hair diseases play an important burden on patients’ lives, causing significant emotional and psychosocial distress. However, the impairment due to different hair conditions, such as alopecia areata ( AA ) androgenetic AGA ), has rarely been compared. Objective The aim of this study was assess psychological subgroups patients with compare them a healthy population. Methods In study, we analysed subgroup from large multicentre including 3635 dermatological 1359 controls 13...
Itch is a highly prevalent and multidimensional symptom. We aimed to analyze the association between itch mental health in dermatological patients. This multicenter study observational cross-sectional was conducted clinics across 13 European countries. A total of 3,530 patients 1,094 healthy controls were included. Patients examined clinically. Outcome measures (presence, chronicity, intensity), Hospital Anxiety Depression Scale, EQ-5D visual analogue scale, sociodemographics, suicidal...
Abstract Background Prurigo is defined by the presence of chronic pruritus and multiple localized or generalized pruriginous lesions. Objective The aim this study was to assess psychological burden prurigo in patients European countries. Methods In multicentre study, 3635 general dermatology outpatients 1359 controls were included. Socio‐demographic data answers questionnaires (regarding quality life, health, anxiety depression suicidal ideation) collected. Results There 27 with prurigo;...
Importance With increasing prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD) and its manifestation in most countries, together with the supporting evidence progression to other phenotypes, AD has developed into a worldwide public health concern. The presence disease increased since 1950s, but some recent studies suggest stationary or decreasing trend. Objective To analyze nationwide register based on prescription data determine incidence rate (IR) an entire pediatric population. Design, Setting,...
Abstract Background Chronic nodular prurigo (CNPG) is a condition characterized by chronic itch, prolonged scratching behaviour and the presence of pruriginous nodules. A comprehensive understanding this condition, especially regarding its clinical characteristics impact on quality life still lacking. Objectives Aim pan‐European multicentre cross‐sectional study was to establish profile CNPG, including associated burden. Methods Fifteen centres from 12 European countries recruited CNPG...
It was recently demonstrated that a significant number of patients with common skin diseases across Europe are clinically depressed and anxious. Studies have shown physicians not trained as psychiatrists underdiagnose depression. This has been explored among dermatologists. To estimate the concordance between clinical assessment depression anxiety by dermatologist Hospital Anxiety Depression Scale (HADS). The study an observational cross‐sectional multicentre prevalent cases in 13 countries...
Background The essential physical role, visibility and social importance of the hands place a major psychological burden on patients with hand eczema. Objectives aim this study was to identify psychological, clinical characteristics eczema, in particular prevalences depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, comorbidities. Materials methods Data eczema were analysed from large European multicentre conducted dermatology outpatients 13 countries. Groups controls compared analyse Results Female...
Itch is an unpleasant symptom, affecting many dermatological patients. Studies investigating the occurrence and intensity of itch in patients often focus on a single skin disease omit control group with healthy skin. The aim this multi-centre study was to assess occurrence, chronicity (visual analogue scale 0?10) different diseases healthy-skin controls. Out 3,530 patients, 54.3% reported (mean???standard deviation 5.5???2.5), while out 1,094 controls 8% had (3.6???2.3). Chronic by 36.9%...
Adolescents' skin problems can be studied at the population level. The aim of this study was to validate five questions on complaints for use in surveys among adolescents. Of 260 adolescents aged 18-20 years invited participate, 217 were included study. prevalence adolescents' self-reported higher than those found during clinical examination by a dermatologist. overall agreement between answers and recorded signs was: 74% (pimples/signs acne), 40% (dry skin/xerosis), 81% (rash/signs...
Several studies with conflicting findings have investigated the association between acne and mental health problems. Acne usually starts in adolescents, as does an increase prevalence of depression anxiety. Recently, there has been more focus on link diet The objective this study is to investigate distress explore a possible influence dietary factors relation. A population-based cross-sectional Oslo 18 or 19 year old adolescents. participation rate was 80%. self-reported. To measure...
Abstract Background Itch is a common symptom in the general population. Affected individuals often do not seek medical consultation and rely on Internet searches to obtain information regarding their itch. Objectives The aim of this study was attain insights into concerns population itch can by analysing itch‐related search behaviour. Methods Google AdWords Keyword Planner used assess volumes for terms 15 European countries between September 2014 August 2018. All identified keywords were...
Former studies have shown increased mental health problems in adolescents after parental divorce all over the Western world. We wanted to see if that still is case Norway today when turns be more and common. In a prospective study design, two samples were constituted, at baseline survey 2001/02 (n = 2422) those follow-up 2003/04 1861), 15/16 18/19 years-old, respectively. They answered self-administered questionnaires both surveys of Young-HUBRO Oslo. Early was defined as which occured...
Several studies have reported an increase in risk behaviors among adolescents after experience of parental divorce. The aim the study was to investigate whether divorce is associated with behavior independent mental health problems, first when early experienced, and second late divorce.One prospective (n=1861) one cross-sectional (n=2422) were conducted using data from two Young-HUBRO surveys Oslo, Norway. All 15/16 year-old 10(th) grade students who participated survey school year 2000/01...