Assessing the Burden of Dermatological Diseases on Work Life from a Gender Perspective

This study assessed the impact of dermatological diseases on work life, focusing on gender differences, using a cross-sectional analysis of 417 employed patients (231 men and 186 women) with conditions like atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and hidradenitis suppurativa. Participants completed surveys including the Dermatological Diseases Work Impact Questionnaire (2DWIQ), Work Ability Score (WAS), and Work Productivity and Activity Impairment questionnaire. Results showed that women experienced significantly higher absenteeism, work impairment, and activity impairment than men, along with lower WAS scores, indicating poorer work ability. The study concludes that dermatological diseases have a greater impact on women, affecting their work performance and daily lives, highlighting the need for gender-specific interventions to alleviate the burden and improve occupational health management.