42 citations
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July 2010 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article reviews the use of dermatoscopy and videodermatoscopy in therapeutic follow-up, noting that videodermatoscopy is a reliable tool despite potential cost issues with high magnifications.
41 citations
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March 2010 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” This review discusses the complex interplay between the nervous system and skin conditions, highlighting various treatment strategies, but reports no new research findings.
40 citations
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June 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study found that the emotional impact of alopecia areata is significant, but it may not correlate directly with the extent of hair loss since some individuals adapt to the condition.
38 citations
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December 2011 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This study found that in dermatological patients, poorer quality of life was associated with being younger, single, having a low income, one skin disease, and longer duration of the condition.
38 citations
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January 2001 in “Neuroepidemiology” This paper discusses the limitations of clinical trials in evaluating combination treatment regimens for Alzheimer's disease and ischemic stroke, highlighting the extensive resources required for such trials.
37 citations
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March 1990 in “The Journal of Pediatrics” Toxic shock syndrome is caused by a complex interaction of bacterial toxins and the immune system, and understanding this can help improve diagnosis and treatment.
35 citations
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January 2012 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This review examines various androgen deprivation therapy methods for advanced prostate cancer, highlighting benefits and potential cardiovascular and sexual adverse effects, but reports no new clinical results.
34 citations
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October 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review discusses azelaic acid's mechanisms and uses in dermatology, noting its effectiveness in treating conditions like rosacea, acne, and melasma, but reports no new clinical results.
32 citations
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January 2017 in “Patient Preference and Adherence” This study found that both alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia moderately reduced the quality of life for Chinese patients, especially in younger individuals and those experiencing hair loss for over a year.
32 citations
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April 2000 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This chapter reviews advancements in nanocarriers for delivering antipsoriatic drugs to improve skin targeting and therapeutic efficacy, reporting no new experimental results.
31 citations
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April 2019 in “Cell reports” This study found that human iPSC-derived melanocytes from vitiligo patients successfully integrated into mouse hair follicles and epidermis, demonstrating potential for personalized therapy for depigmentation.
31 citations
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May 2012 in “European Journal of Dermatology” This review examines hair and skin disorders in post-menopausal women and notes a lack of evidence supporting specific treatments for this population.
29 citations
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January 2016 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study reports that the duration of hair loss is positively associated with the severity of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in African-American women.
29 citations
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December 2012 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” This review discusses factors affecting fertility in both men and women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia and emphasizes individualized preconception management but reports no new clinical results.
29 citations
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January 2009 in “International Journal of Trichology” This report describes two cases of gynecomastia linked to the use of Finasteride (Propecia®) for treating androgenetic alopecia, highlighting a rare but important side effect.
27 citations
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September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This article discusses central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia, noting its prevalence in women of African descent and highlighting the need for further genetic research to improve treatment options; it reports no new clinical results.
27 citations
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January 2016 in “Quality of Life Research” This study developed and validated a 50-item questionnaire, the PCOSQ-50, to effectively assess the quality of life in Iranian women with polycystic ovary syndrome, addressing aspects often missed by previous questionnaires.
27 citations
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March 1994 in “Harvard Review of Psychiatry” This review discusses trichotillomania's clinical features, prevalence, and treatment options, highlighting the potential benefits of behavior therapy and pharmacotherapy but reports no new clinical findings.
26 citations
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March 2014 in “Arquivos Brasileiros De Endocrinologia E Metabologia” This review discusses the definition, causes, diagnostic strategies, and treatment options for hirsutism in women without reporting new clinical results, and highlights the impact of the condition on self-esteem.
25 citations
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January 2015 in “Advances in Psychosomatic Medicine” This review discusses common psychodermatologic conditions and provides practical diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations but reports no new results; the authors emphasize the challenge of treating patients who lack insight into their psychiatric symptoms.
24 citations
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September 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.
23 citations
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April 2017 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review discusses the importance of recognizing and treating psychiatric conditions in dermatology patients, offering practical recommendations for dermatologists to manage psychocutaneous diseases effectively, but reports no new clinical results.
22 citations
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November 2014 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America” This article reviews stress-related skin reactions, psychodermatology, and neuropsychiatric skin manifestations, and reports no new clinical results.
22 citations
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May 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This review discusses psychocutaneous disorders in children with an emphasis on primary psychiatric disorders manifesting through skin symptoms, but provides no new clinical findings.
21 citations
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July 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” This article updates the process of care model for evaluating erectile dysfunction, emphasizing comprehensive evaluation and a combination of pharmacotherapy and counseling tailored to patient dynamics.
21 citations
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September 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This article proposes a new classification, the Obsessive-Compulsive Insight Continuum, to help dermatologists better understand and diagnose skin disorders with obsessive-compulsive features.
21 citations
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April 2015 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” This review evaluates various cognitive-behavioral interventions for trichotillomania but does not report new clinical findings, highlighting the need for further research on their efficacy.
20 citations
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April 1999 in “British journal of plastic surgery” This study found that using a ruby laser for hair removal resulted in a significant average reduction of 56.4% in hair density among participants dissatisfied with other methods.
20 citations
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July 1990 in “Pediatrics in Review” This piece explains that 90% to 95% of pediatric alopecia cases are due to four main causes: alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, tinea capitis, and trichotillomania, with diagnosis typically confirmed through careful examination.
18 citations
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June 1988 in “Culture, medicine and psychiatry” This paper examines how societal constructs of gender influence the treatment of idiopathic hirsutism in women, emphasizing the impact of perceived femininity on psychological stress and commercial depilatory actions.