13 citations
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October 2004 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia”
This article reviews various self-aggressive hair disorders such as trichotillomania and emphasizes the psychiatric aspects of these conditions, but reports no new clinical findings.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology”
This study describes a 62-year-old male with trichodaganomania, an urge to bite his mustache hair, who was treated with counseling and placebo medication, highlighting the need for a comprehensive treatment approach including potential psychological and psychiatric interventions if symptoms recur.
This case report documents a 28-year-old woman who experienced complete scalp hair loss, which began a year earlier with patchy baldness and progressed to loss of eyebrow, axillary, and pubic hair.
If a child is losing a lot of eyelashes and it keeps happening, doctors should look carefully at their health history because it might be a sign of a different health problem.
21 citations
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September 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”
This article proposes a new classification, the Obsessive-Compulsive Insight Continuum, to help dermatologists better understand and diagnose skin disorders with obsessive-compulsive features.
South Korea's president is advocating for hereditary hair loss to be covered by national health insurance due to its impact on mental health and daily functioning. The discussion highlights the societal pressure in South Korea regarding appearance and the potential benefits of treating hair loss to improve mental health.
Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or mood disorders; hair loss itself may be a more significant factor. Some users experience side effects from Finasteride, but it is generally well-tolerated.
Hair fibers can effectively cover thinning hair when used with minoxidil and hairspray but require daily application and can be inconvenient in certain conditions. Some users prefer treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, or wigs due to the maintenance and limitations of hair fibers.
Copper peptides are discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with various products and serums suggested, including those from Peptonix and The Ordinary. Some users express skepticism about the effectiveness and concentration of copper peptides in these products.
A 19-year-old discusses feelings of envy towards men with full heads of hair, sharing their experience with hair loss since age 16. They have been using oral minoxidil and topical finasteride for two years, with initial improvement but continued shedding, and are considering switching to dutasteride.