FACIAL LESIONS IN FEMALES AND ITS IMPACTS ON ANXIETY LEVEL IN FEMALES

Abstract

Skin lesions on the face can have a significant impact on a woman's look and daily life, prompting many to seek treatment at beauty salons. However, difficulties can arise due to a lack of medical knowledge in these establishments. The objective of this study is to investigate the occurrence of facial skin lesions in females and their relationship with anxiety levels. The research was carried out in Lahore, Pakistan, utilizing a crosssectional design and a combination of quantitative and qualitative data collection approaches. Individual consultations with young ladies who developed problematic skin lesions as a result of beauty parlor procedures yielded quantitative data. Participants filled out a questionnaire with information on socio-demographic parameters, lesion characteristics, treatment patterns, and anxiety levels measured on standardized measures. In-depth interviews with patients, beauticians, and dermatologists were used to acquire qualitative data. The sample included 211 female participants with an average age of 38.04 years. The majority were married (62%) and had at least a high school diploma (91%). The most common skin lesions observed were pigmentary injuries (52%), infective sores (34%), and neoplastic sores (14%). Complications and persistent lesions drove 55% of patients to seek treatment in hospitals rather than beauty salons. The study found a link between face skin lesions and greater anxiety levels in the subjects. This study sheds light on the occurrence of facial skin lesions in females, as well as their impact on anxiety levels during beauty shop treatments. It underlines the significance of better laws, as well as the role of healthcare professionals in dealing with issues linked with beauty shop operations. The ramifications of these findings can help policymakers, healthcare providers, and those looking for beauty salon services