Psoriasis, a persistent immune-related skin condition, commonly leads to disfigurement and disability. The visibility of lesions and limited public knowledge about dermatology often subjects psoriasis patients to social stigma, impacting their mental well-being, life quality, and treatment outcomes. This review consolidates commonly employed questionnaires and scales for assessing stigmatization in psoriasis patients, along with the latest developments in this area.

Citation: Zhang H, Yang Z, Tang K, Sun Q, Jin H. Stigmatization in Patients With Psoriasis: A Mini Review. Front Immunol. 2021 Nov 15;12:715839. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2021.715839. PMID: 34867945; PMCID: PMC8634029.