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| Value | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sex (male:female) | 5:23 | |
| Median age (range), yr | 29 (18~67) | |
| Childhood debut | 27 (96.4%) | |
| Treatment* | ||
| Topical treatment | 25 (89.3%) | |
| UV-light treatment | 2 (7.1%) | |
| Methotrexate | 1 (3.6%)" | |
Values are presented as number only, median (range), or number (%). UV: ultraviolet. *The table refers to ongoing treatment at the time for focus group sessions. Note that all patients receiving phototherapy or methotrexate were also prescribed topical treatment.
