Androgenetic Alopecia: What Impact Does It Have on the Quality of Life?

    July 2022 in “ Nigerian journal of medicine : journal of the National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria ”
    AdemolaOlusegun Enitan, OlayinkaAbimbola Olasode, OlaniyiEmmanuel Onayemi … Mufutau Muphy Oripelaye
    Studysummary This study found that androgenetic alopecia significantly impairs quality of life among Nigerian patients, especially in areas like emotions, stigmatization, and self-confidence, highlighting the importance of psychosocial support.
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