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December 2010 in “Bjog: An International Journal Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology” This study found that Sri Lankan women with polycystic ovary syndrome experienced higher psychological distress and poorer health-related quality of life, primarily linked to hirsutism rather than obesity.
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March 2011 in “Journal of psychosomatic research” This study found that children with alopecia areata experienced more stressful life events and excreted higher levels of catecholamines compared to healthy siblings.
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October 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study observed that alopecia areata patients experience significant psychosocial issues, with a high prevalence of anxiety, depression, and impaired quality of life across symptoms, functioning, and emotions.
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June 2024 in “BMC Women s Health” This study found that infertile female patients with comorbid PCOS experience increased sexual distress linked to impaired sexual function and heightened sexual pain, indicating a need for further research into related physiological and psychological aspects.
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March 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study found that negative illness perception in Saudi patients with alopecia is linked to reduced quality of life and increased anxiety and depression, highlighting the importance of addressing both physical and mental health in treatment.