4 citations
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June 2025 in “JMIR Formative Research” In this study, researchers reported no statistically significant association between hair cortisol levels and either perceived stress or objective neuroendocrine stress measures in a predominantly male participant group.
4 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that men with early androgenetic alopecia have a higher prevalence of hyperuricemia compared to those without the condition.
4 citations
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January 2019 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” This study found that women with frontal fibrosing alopecia have a significantly higher prevalence of rosacea compared to controls, particularly those with severe alopecia, and certain factors like perifollicular erythema, higher BMI, and lower progesterone levels were linked to increased rosacea risk.
3 citations
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May 2025 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” In this study, researchers reported that women with polycystic ovary syndrome in a German-speaking population had higher probabilities of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and obstructive sleep apnea, all associated with BMI and insulin resistance.
3 citations
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April 2023 in “Clinical and Experimental Medicine” This study classified long COVID patients into five symptom clusters and found that clusters 2 and 3 were associated with higher rates of autonomic dysfunction and work absences, respectively.
3 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that hirsutism in females with facial hair causes significant psychosocial impact and financial burden, with laser therapy being notably costly compared to other treatments.
3 citations
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November 2020 in “Biological Trace Element Research” This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia had deficiencies in certain trace elements and vitamins, which were linked to distinct patterns of hair loss connected to androgen levels.
2 citations
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June 2024 in “Plastic Surgery” This cross-sectional study examined gender-affirming surgeries in Canada, finding significant variation in provincial insurance coverage, with Prince Edward Island covering the most procedures and Nunavut the least, while noting a general lack of in-province procedures in the territories.
2 citations
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February 2024 in “JAAD International” Sebaceous gland maturity and size differ between psoriatic alopecia and alopecia areata.
2 citations
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April 2022 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” In this study, pigmentary changes were the most common skin changes observed in pregnant women, affecting over 90% of the participants.
2 citations
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February 2022 in “Menopause” This study found that female pattern hair loss was common in postmenopausal women, with body mass index being a significant associated factor.
2 citations
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September 2021 In this study, serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels were similar between alopecia areata patients and healthy controls, though a non-significant trend toward higher vitamin D deficiency was observed among the patients.
2 citations
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July 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” People with alopecia who are more resilient tend to feel less stressed.
1 citations
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July 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” In this study, the researchers compared subcutaneous fat in the frontal and occipital scalp regions, which are affected and spared in androgenetic alopecia respectively, to better understand the role of subcutaneous fat in the condition's pathogenesis.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Transgender health” This study found that gender-affirming hormone therapy in transgender men increased acne and male pattern hair loss, while in transgender women, it led to melasma and female pattern hair loss.
1 citations
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November 2023 in “Reproductive biology and endocrinology” This study found that among Iranian women with PCOS, phenotype B displayed the highest prevalence of insulin resistance, significantly differing from other phenotypes, suggesting phenotype could guide management of PCOS-related insulin issues.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -)” In this study, approximately 24% of an Egyptian population reported hair loss following COVID-19 vaccination, confirmed through dermoscopy, although stress and infection were also possible contributing factors that need further investigation.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “BMC Women's Health” This study reported a 3.86% prevalence of PCOS among tenth-grade schoolgirls in Guangzhou, with higher rates observed in obese girls compared to their lean counterparts.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” This study found that individuals with alopecia areata in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland face significant out-of-pocket costs averaging 1,248€ annually, primarily for hair replacement products and cosmetics.
1 citations
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October 2022 in “Asian journal of medical sciences” This study found trichoscopy to be a highly sensitive, non-invasive method for diagnosing tinea capitis in children, which could be valuable in resource-limited settings lacking mycological culture facilities.
1 citations
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February 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that lower serum ferritin levels were significantly associated with telogen effluvium compared to healthy subjects and may serve as a potential biomarker for its diagnosis.
1 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Advances in Medicine” This study found that infections were the most common skin issues in diabetics, especially among those with poorly controlled blood sugar.
1 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” In this study, the therapeutic response of topical minoxidil solution was not significantly enhanced by adding topical finasteride, questioning its additional value in treating male pattern androgenetic alopecia.
1 citations
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April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Patients with Focal Dermal Hypoplasia often experience skin, nail, hair, and bone issues, and may benefit from calcium and vitamin D supplements.
April 2026 in “Research Square” This study found that dental students' manual dexterity was weakly associated with their performance in skills-based assessments, while self-perceived skill levels showed no significant correlation with assessment outcomes, suggesting a potential benefit from focusing on dexterity enhancement in dental education.
April 2026 in “Clinical Dermatology Review” In this study, patients with keratosis pilaris exhibited significant quality of life impairment, with histopathology and dermoscopy revealing consistent skin and hair changes.
January 2026 in “Medicina” This study conducted among medical students in Saudi Arabia found a 37.2% prevalence of premature hair graying and associated it with smoking, a keto diet, hair coloring, and family history, while suggesting that lifestyle changes may reduce its impact.
December 2023 in “Journal of family medicine and primary care” This study focused on understanding the psychosocial impact of androgenetic alopecia in Saudi Arabia to potentially improve treatment strategies for hair loss by incorporating stress-coping methods and new therapeutic approaches.
November 2023 in “Curēus” This study in Saudi Arabia found that psychological stress was strongly linked to skin symptoms, with conditions like psoriasis, eczema, acne, rash, and baldness showing significant associations, highlighting the importance of considering stress levels when diagnosing skin issues.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this study, researchers observed that trichoscopy could reliably identify features such as anisotrichosis and signs associated with inflammation and fibrosis in female pattern hair loss, which may aid in assessing disease severity and guiding treatment decisions.