Psychocutaneous medicine refers to the interface between psychiatry, psychology, and
dermatology–this field appeals across disciplines, including internal medicine and
pediatrics. It involves the complex interaction of the brain, cutaneous nerves, cutaneous
immune system, and skin.1 In a survey by the British Association of Dermatologists, 8% of dermatology patients
presented with worsening psychiatric problems, 3% had a primary psychiatric disorder,
17% needed psychologic support to help them with the distress secondary to a skin
condition, and 14% had a psychologic condition exacerbating their skin disease.2 Eighty-five percent of dermatology patients indicated that the psychologic aspects
of their skin disease are a significant component of their illness. Psychiatric conditions
manifest with skin problems or conviction of having skin pathology.1 Basic knowledge of psychodermatology is essential in daily clinical practice.
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