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research Health Care-Related Economic Burden of the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome during the Reproductive Life Span

414 citations , August 2005 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

This study estimates the total cost of evaluating and treating polycystic ovary syndrome in reproductive-aged women in the United States to be $4.36 billion, suggesting more liberal screening could be beneficial.

research Health-related quality of life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A comparison with the general population using the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Questionnaire (PCOSQ) and the Short Form-36 (SF-36)

167 citations , January 2006 in “Gynecological Endocrinology”

This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported a poorer health-related quality of life compared to women in the general population and patients with other medical conditions.

research Alopecia areata and health-related quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis

128 citations , February 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that patients with alopecia areata experience significant impairments in health-related quality of life, notably affecting mental health, according to various quality of life assessment tools.

research Health Care Utilization in the 6 Months Following SARS-CoV-2 Infection

95 citations , August 2022 in “JAMA Network Open”

This study documented an increased health care burden due to post-COVID conditions in the 6 months following the acute phase of infection, providing vital evidence for resource planning.

research Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among patients with alopecia areata (AA): A systematic review

95 citations , July 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review concluded that patients with alopecia areata consistently show poor health-related quality of life scores, similar to those in other chronic skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.

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community Gut health and hairloss are they linked!

in Chat 7 upvotes 4 months ago

Poor gut health may contribute to hair loss and scalp inflammation, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral being used. Improving gut health and addressing inflammation might help alleviate symptoms.

community Scalp barrier integrity and its potential link to hair follicle health

in Technology 1 upvotes 5 months ago

A healthy scalp barrier is crucial for hair growth, and ceramides may play a key role in maintaining it. The conversation suggests that focusing on scalp health, alongside treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, could improve hair follicle health.

community The Health Benefits of Head Hair

in Research/Science 19 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair provides protection against head trauma, reduces skin cancer risk, helps remove heavy metals, and aids in wound healing. The conversation emphasizes the health benefits of maintaining head hair beyond cosmetic reasons.

community Mental health check for anyone feeling down in this subreddit.

in Chat 58 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair loss is distressing, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone commonly used despite potential side effects. Emphasis is placed on maintaining mental health and self-worth beyond hair appearance.

community Mental Health and Finasteride Questions

in General 162 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old with anxiety and depression is considering finasteride for hair loss but is worried about potential side effects. They decide to consult a doctor and consider starting with a low dose, while also exploring topical finasteride as a potentially safer option.

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learn Niacinamide

How does Niacinamide improve scalp health and reduce hair thinning? Niacinamide improves scalp health by enhancing circulation and reducing inflammation, potentially slowing hair thinning.

learn Metformin

Can metformin improve scalp health in people with insulin resistance or PCOS? There is no controlled trial showing that metformin improves scalp hair. The PCOS studies most often cited measured unwanted body hair, not scalp density, and a published case report describes hair loss during metformin treatment; any use for hair would be off-label and a decision for a prescribing doctor.

learn retinol

How does retinol improve scalp health and prepare the skin for other hair growth treatments? Retinol improves scalp health by promoting cellular turnover and reducing congestion.

learn Vitamin E

What does Vitamin E do for hair growth and scalp health? Vitamin E supports scalp health and may promote hair growth through antioxidant properties.

learn Lavender

Does lavender prevent hair loss or is it more for maintaining healthy hair? Lavender helps maintain healthy hair but does not prevent hair loss.

learn Vitamin D

vitamin you should probably be taking for general health might also help your hair a little

learn Castor oil

a traditional, natural remedy touted for promoting scalp health and hair growth

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