128 citations,
February 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata significantly lowers the quality of life, especially in emotional and mental health aspects.
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.
32 citations,
October 1999 in “Journal of women's health and gender-based medicine” Hair loss greatly affects women's mental health and appearance satisfaction.
4 citations,
December 2020 in “Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment” Women with skin conditions who have body image concerns often experience mental health issues and a lower quality of life.
May 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” The Spanish version of the Hair Specific Skindex-29 is a reliable tool for measuring quality of life in Spanish-speaking women with hair loss.
October 2015 in “Vestnik dermatologii i venerologii” Alopecia significantly harms emotional and social well-being.
January 2017 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Hair loss from alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia moderately affects the quality of life, especially in younger patients and those with long-term hair loss, impacting both their physical and emotional well-being.
68 citations,
January 2008 in “Seminars in reproductive medicine” Women with PCOS often feel stigmatized and have mood issues, which can lower their sexual satisfaction, but proper treatment and support can help.
45 citations,
January 1999 in “Dermatology” The VQ-Dermato is a reliable French questionnaire for measuring quality of life in chronic skin disorder patients.
32 citations,
January 2017 in “Patient Preference and Adherence” Alopecia affects patients' quality of life, with younger patients and longer-lasting hair loss experiencing greater impact.
15 citations,
June 2014 in “Integrative cancer therapies” Pranic meditation significantly improved mental health and quality of life for breast cancer survivors.
5 citations,
October 2018 in “Research in psychotherapy” The Italian version of a relationship scale was adapted for cancer patients, showing some differences from the original and suggesting its use could improve therapy and treatment adherence.
159 citations,
September 2001 in “European Journal of Cancer Care” 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.
17 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Understanding and treating hair disorders in different ethnic groups requires knowledge of specific hair care practices and hair characteristics.
14 citations,
December 2007 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The article concludes that dermatologists should prescribe lifestyle drugs carefully and consider mental health treatments for patients with disorders like BDD.
11 citations,
February 2008 in “British journal of nursing” Idiopathic hirsutism causes excessive hair growth in women, can be treated with medication and hair removal, but cannot be fully reversed.
9 citations,
February 2016 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” The conclusion is that self-concept, shame, and emotion regulation are key factors in hoarding disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, and trichotillomania, and should be targeted in treatment and research.
7 citations,
February 2019 in “Journal of gynecology obstetrics and human reproduction” People with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are more likely to have higher levels of depression and anxiety, but their personality traits are similar to those without PCOS.
December 2023 in “Health economics and management review” Radiographers in private hospitals face many health issues due to heavy workloads and long hours.
January 2009 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
February 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Terbinafine is more effective than itraconazole for toenail fungus, especially in older patients, and debridement improves its effectiveness.
20 citations,
August 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology” The conclusion is that understanding and addressing the psychological effects of alopecia areata is important for effective treatment.
January 2023 in “Brazilian Journals Editora eBooks” The document concludes that Passiflora incarnata could help with anxiety, telemedicine might improve heart failure care, screen time for kids has increased, pregnant teens in Brazil are mostly okay with their body image, rare tuberculosis infection can occur after knee surgery, older and severely ill people are more likely to have long COVID-19 symptoms, HPLC might diagnose more diabetes cases, and psychiatrists should be involved in pain management.
November 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Men are increasingly interested in cosmetic treatments that enhance masculinity and address aging without downtime, with tailored approaches for different ethnicities and a focus on hair restoration and body contouring.
7 citations,
September 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” COVID-19 can cause temporary hair loss, often starting around 7-8 weeks after recovery, with factors like Vitamin D deficiency, other diseases, medication, and stress potentially contributing.
2 citations,
April 2021 in “Cureus” Two new reliable Arabic questionnaires for measuring quality of life in women with PCOS were created, one for married and one for unmarried women.
1 citations,
March 2023 in “Nutrients” The conclusion is that obesity should be managed with a slow, balanced approach to diet and exercise, with medication and surgery as additional options, and education and access to care are important.
7 citations,
July 2019 in “International archives of internal medicine” Common skin conditions can greatly affect a person's mental health and social life.
August 2024 in “Frontiers in Public Health” Alopecia Areata severely impacts mental health, causing anxiety and depression, affecting quality of life.
December 2023 in “European Journal of Psychology Open” Men who are perfectionists feel more upset about baldness, partly due to aging anxiety.