Pattern Changes of Cutaneous Dermatoses Among Iraqi Women Preceding and During the COVID-19 Pandemic

November 2022 in “ F1000Research ”

Galawish A. Abdullah

telogen effluvium hair loss acne vulgaris rosacea seborrheic dermatitis irritant contact dermatitis antiseptic agents hair shedding acne seborrhea contact dermatitis antiseptics

TLDR The skin conditions of Iraqi women changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, with more hair loss and skin irritation but fewer contagious skin infections.

The study examined skin conditions in 2657 Iraqi women before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, finding a significant increase in hair loss, specifically telogen effluvium, and a decrease in cutaneous contagious viral infections. Other conditions such as acne vulgaris, rosacea, and seborrheic dermatitis increased, possibly due to stress or mask wearing, while all other types of dermatitis decreased. There was also an increase in irritant contact dermatitis, likely due to overuse of antiseptic agents and frequent hand and face washing. The study was limited by being a single center study and data was only measured over a short period.

View this study on f1000research.com →

Discuss this study in the Community →

Research cited in this study

2 / 2 results

research Telogen Effluvium Associated with COVID-19 Infection

44 citations, January 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

COVID-19 may cause hair loss due to infection stress or treatments.

research Relative Changes in the Pattern of Diseases Presenting in Dermatology Outpatient Clinic in the Era of the COVID-19 Pandemic

43 citations, July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a clinic in Turkey saw fewer patients but more cases of certain skin conditions, possibly linked to the virus and stress.

Related Community Posts Join

6 / 433 results

community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 828 upvotes 5 months ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Is it just me, or when people start having MPB symptoms, every single person you look at you start analyzing their hair? Ik it sounds weird

in Chat 168 upvotes 6 months ago

A user discusses their habit of analyzing others' hair due to their own hair thinning at 18. Another user mentions starting finasteride in 2010 and still having a full head of hair.

community Couldn’t be more happy! 5 Months Fin and Min, 19M

in Progress Pictures 346 upvotes 11 months ago

A 19-year-old man is happy with his hair regrowth after 5 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, and he also found a supportive girlfriend while dealing with hair loss and acne. He emphasizes patience and taking progress photos for those struggling with similar issues.

community Exploring Bryan Johnson's Hair Routine In Detail

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 1 year ago

Bryan Johnson uses a custom hair loss treatment that includes topical finasteride, minoxidil, azelaic acid, diclofenac, tea tree oil, rosemary oil, ginkgo biloba, biotin, and melatonin, which have shown varying degrees of effectiveness with minimal side effects. He also undergoes PRP and laser therapy, and has tried dutasteride mesotherapy.

community It's just ironic..

29 upvotes 5 years ago

A 16-year-old is experiencing severe hair thinning and wants to start finasteride but is advised to wait until at least 20. In the meantime, minoxidil is suggested as an alternative.

community 15 months fin and keto, thinking about starting oral min. What’s the best way to get ahold of it?

in Progress Pictures 142 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses the user's successful hair regrowth after 15 months of using finasteride and ketoconazole. The user is considering starting oral minoxidil, but others suggest sticking with the current treatment or trying topical minoxidil instead.

Related Research

2 / 2 results

research Two Cases of Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treated with Adalimumab at the Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Clinical Hospital Mostar

1 citations, July 2021 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Croatica”

Adalimumab significantly improved symptoms and quality of life in two patients with Hidradenitis Suppurativa.

research Two Cases of Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treated with Adalimumab at the Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Clinical Hospital Mostar

July 2021 in “PubMed”

Adalimumab significantly improved Hidradenitis Suppurativa and quality of life in two patients.