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KMID : 0363220170550060329
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Korean Journal of Dermatology
2017 Volume.55 No. 6 p.329 ~ p.336
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A Questionnaire Survey for Proper Education of Atopic Dermatitis
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Doh Eun-Jin
Choi Mi-Ra
Lim Ji-Soo
Yoon Hyun-Sun
Lee Dong-Hoon
Kim Kyu-Han
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Abstract
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Background: Therapeutic education is important for successful management of atopic dermatitis (AD).
Objective: To provide effective therapeutic education, clear common misunderstandings, and answer questions regarding AD among patients and caregivers.
Methods: A questionnaire survey was conducted for patients and caregivers who visited the Department of Dermatology at Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea, regarding the course, etiology, and management of AD.
Results: Among the 327 subjects who participated in the study, only 35.2% were aware of the natural course of AD, which usually improves with age. Many subjects (53.2%) misinterpret AD relapse as resistance to topical steroids. We found that 87.8% of subjects were under the impression that improvement in a patient`s immunity can improve the symptoms of AD. Dietary restriction was considered an essential management strategy, and 59.0% of subjects agreed to delay the initiation of weaning foods. Most subjects did not have accurate information about cleansing methods, and 30.9% of subjects reported that they used only water without any cleanser. We noted that 47.5% of subjects obtained information regarding AD from medical doctors who they considered the most reliable sources (82.5%). Subjects preferred printed materials (41.3%) over seminars or video-clips to obtain educational information.
Conclusion: Therapeutic education regarding the course, etiology, and management of AD using printed materials put together by physicians would be a valuable tool for the effective management of AD. Institutional support such as educational programs covered by the National Health Insurance Service is required.
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KEYWORD
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Atopic dermatitis, Questionnaire, Therapeutic education
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