UV Protection Habits and Preferences in Patients With Distinct Cutaneous Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases

This study examined UV protection habits and preferences among 120 participants with cutaneous immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) and healthy controls. It found that daily photoprotection was practiced by 40% of participants, with vitiligo patients showing the highest adherence at 55%. Hat use was notably higher among alopecia areata patients (40%). Most participants (95%) used SPF > 15, with creams being the preferred format. Vitiligo patients also had the highest compliance with disease-specific UV protection recommendations (70%). The study highlights the importance of educating patients with IMIDs on tailored UV protection to enhance compliance and disease management.