10 citations,
January 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia areata greatly affects people's life quality, mental health, and work life.
November 2023 in “Frontiers in Neuroendocrinology” Some people experience lasting sexual, psychological, and sleep problems after using finasteride or SSRI antidepressants, possibly due to similar underlying causes.
May 2022 in “European medical journal” An 11-year-old girl with a hair-pulling disorder had a hairball in her stomach and was treated with medication, therapy, and a team of doctors.
July 2023 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The analysis found that alopecia areata, a hair loss condition, is not very common in Australia, affecting about 0.13% of people, with new cases most often seen in males aged 19 to 34 years.
September 2021 in “Physiology News” Conditions affecting sex development show that sexual diversity is a natural part of human variation.
December 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease causing diverse symptoms and major organ involvement.
June 2023 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” CBD is effective for certain epilepsy conditions, shows promise for other health issues, but needs more research for safety and effectiveness.
A man wrongly believed he had parasites, showing that delusional infestation can affect men and is often linked with other psychiatric issues, but can be treated with antipsychotics.
6 citations,
August 2023 in “European journal of endocrinology” The 2023 guideline advises a detailed approach for PCOS, focusing on early detection, lifestyle and medical treatments, and managing health risks.
28 citations,
January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” Children with trichotillomania often pull hair from their scalp, and parents may not notice; stress can trigger it, and asking detailed questions helps in diagnosis and treatment.
14 citations,
January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” PFS might be a delusional disorder with potential to become mass psychogenic illness.
19 citations,
November 2021 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” Sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone may affect COVID-19 severity differently in men and women, potentially influencing prevention and treatment strategies.
1 citations,
August 2015 in “Current Sexual Health Reports” 5α-reductase inhibitors can cause serious and possibly lasting sexual and psychological side effects.
49 citations,
January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Effective management of children's hair loss involves accurate diagnosis, various treatments, and supportive care.
3 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of psychosexual health” Women with PCOS often have sexual problems, and treating these issues early can improve satisfaction and reduce healthcare costs.
180 citations,
November 1991 in “American Journal of Psychiatry” Fluoxetine was not effective in treating hair-pulling disorder in the short term.
43 citations,
October 2019 in “Pediatric Research” Lifestyle changes are the main treatment for PCOS, which is a complex condition requiring early management to reduce its health impacts.
39 citations,
March 2003 in “The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice/Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice” Behavioral dermatology treats skin problems by considering both emotional and physical factors.
34 citations,
April 2014 in “Psychopharmacology” Stress and alcohol affect brain chemicals differently in rats, mice, and humans, influenced by genetic differences.
30 citations,
August 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Better-designed, long-term studies are needed to optimize treatment for trichotillomania and trichophagia.
30 citations,
May 1991 in “Psychosomatics” Some psychiatric medications can cause reversible hair loss.
17 citations,
December 2020 in “Journal of Genetic Counseling” Genetic counselors should be culturally skilled and aware of transgender patients' unique health risks and needs.
17 citations,
February 2014 in “The International Journal of Neuropsychopharmacology” 11 citations,
November 2017 in “Electronic physician” Depression severity is not linked to PCOS markers like BMI, insulin resistance, or testosterone levels.
11 citations,
February 2007 in “Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing” Combining mood stabilizers with antipsychotics is more effective for treating children with bipolar disorder than using mood stabilizers alone.
9 citations,
January 2013 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” The conclusion is that "trichoknesis" should be recognized as a separate condition from trichodynia, characterized by itching instead of pain.
6 citations,
November 2007 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood: Education & Practice” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of alopecia in children relies on thorough examination and history, and while treatments exist, none can alter the course of alopecia areata, which can significantly affect a child's psychological well-being.
4 citations,
September 2016 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Some skin patients have body image issues linked to social difficulties but want psychological help.
2 citations,
March 2004 in “Reviews in Gynaecological Practice” Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
1 citations,
April 2006 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine” Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.