Review of Quality of Life Studies in Women with Alopecia

    January 2018 in “ International Journal of Women's Dermatology ”
    Darnell Davis, Valerie D. Callender
    Studysummary This review discusses the psychological impact of alopecia on women and reports no new clinical findings, highlighting the effect on self-esteem and quality of life.
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