research The Efficacy of Spiritual Healing
The document concludes that there is no credible evidence that distant healing works, and it should not be further studied in medical literature.
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research Navigating Hair Loss in Medical School: Experiences of Two Young Black Women
Dermatologists need better training on Black hair to improve care and outcomes.
research Patients, Power and Responsibility
The document concludes that while some advocate for a patient voucher system, it may be unequal and current healthcare reforms should be given a chance, and it also recommends various medical books for their comprehensive coverage and advice on specific health issues.
research Caring for the Dying at Home: Enhancing End-of-Life Care
Improving end-of-life care at home requires better coordination, communication, and support.
research A History of Drug Advertising: The Evolving Roles of Consumers and Consumer Protection
Drug advertising has greatly increased, changing consumer behavior and raising concerns about its influence on healthcare and patient protection.
research Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Primary Health Physicians in Saudi Arabia in Prescribing Vitamins and Minerals as Treatment for Hair Loss
Primary health physicians in Saudi Arabia need better guidelines for treating hair loss with vitamins and minerals.
research Incidence of Hair Loss Concerns in Women Who Wear the Hijab: An Exploratory Survey
Many Hijabi women worry about hair loss, but fewer actually experience it.
research Distinguishing Gender Identity From Biological Sex in Dermatologic Health Care: Methods, Harms, and Paths Forward
The conclusion is that recognizing the difference between gender identity and biological sex is crucial in dermatology to improve patient care and research accuracy.
research Castor Oil: The Culprit of Acute Hair Felting
Castor oil can cause severe hair matting.
research A Global Survey of Ethnic Indian Women Living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Comorbidities, Concerns, Diagnosis Experiences, Quality of Life, and Use of Treatment Methods
Ethnic Indian women with PCOS often have early symptoms, delayed diagnosis, and need better information and support for treatment and lifestyle management.
research Techniques and Applications of Lower Extremity Feminization and Masculinization
More research is needed to improve lower body gender affirmation techniques.
research Traction Alopecia: Neglected in Women and Children of Color
The study concludes that Traction Alopecia is often overlooked in women and children of color, and better recognition and follow-up care are needed.
research Southern African HIV Clinicians Society Gender-Affirming Healthcare Guideline for South Africa
The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.
research Beard Alopecia: An Updated and Comprehensive Review of Etiologies, Presentation and Treatment
Different causes of beard hair loss have various treatments, including medications, lifestyle changes, and procedures to stimulate hair growth.
research Implementing Patient Safety and Quality Improvement in Dermatology: Part 1 - Patient Safety Science
The document concludes that improving patient safety and quality is increasingly important in dermatology.
research The Mediatization of Self-Tracking
YouTube is changing the way health-related advice is shared, altering traditional roles of experts and patients.
research Prostatic Irradiation-Induced Sexual Dysfunction: A Review and Multidisciplinary Guide to Management in the Radical Radiotherapy Era (Part III on Psychosexual Therapy and the Masculine Self-Esteem)
Prostate cancer patients need early psychological and sexual support during radiotherapy to improve their quality of life.
research Role of Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) as Biofertilizers in Stabilizing Agricultural Ecosystems
Using PGPR as biofertilizers can improve soil health and plant growth while reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers.
research Hair and Cancer Chemotherapy: Consequences and Nursing Care - A Literature Study
Chemotherapy-induced hair loss significantly affects patients' well-being, and nurses are key in helping them cope, but more research is needed to find effective treatments.
research Differences in Perceptions of Beauty and Cosmetic Procedures in Ethnic Patients
The cosmetic industry should adapt to the varied beauty standards of ethnic groups and offer specialized treatments.
research Changing Destinies by Fighting Against Bad Luck
People still turn to witchcraft for help with modern problems despite technological advances.
research An Atlas of Hair Pathology with Clinical Correlations
The book is a detailed guide on hair diseases and diagnosis, useful for skin disease experts.
research Extensive Traction Alopecia Attributable to Ponytail Hairstyle and Its Treatment with Hair Transplantation
Hair transplantation successfully treated a woman's hair loss caused by a tight ponytail.
research Understanding and Addressing Hair Disorders in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
research Provision of Patient-Centered Transgender Care
The document concludes that health care providers should offer culturally competent care and more research is needed to improve health outcomes for transgender individuals.
research You Need a Makeover: The Social Construction of Female Body Image in A Makeover Story, What Not to Wear, and Extreme Makeover
Makeover TV shows promote unrealistic beauty standards and suggest women's worth is based on looks.
research The Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Among Dermatology Outpatients in Eastern Turkey
Almost half of the dermatology patients in Eastern Turkey use alternative medicine, which can be risky and delay proper treatment.
research Improving Dermatologic Care for Sexual and Gender Minority Patients Through Routine Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Data Collection
Collecting sexual orientation and gender identity data in dermatology can lead to better, more sensitive care for sexual and gender minority patients.
research Hair Growth Promoting Effect of Dicerocaryum Senecioides Phytochemicals
Chemicals from the plant Dicerocaryum senecioides were found to safely speed up and increase hair growth in mice.
research Translation Into Portuguese Language (Brazil), Transcultural Adaptation and Validation of the Quality of Life Questionnaire in Female Pattern Hair Loss (WAA-QoL-BP)
Portuguese WAA-QoL questionnaire validated; FPHL severity, schooling, and phototypes affect patients' quality of life.