March 2026 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Facial aesthetic procedures improve quality of life for transgender individuals.
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January 2019 in “Neuropsychobiology” This study found that individuals with lichen planopilaris reported lower quality of life and self-esteem and higher depression scores compared to healthy controls.
July 2023 in “Skin health and disease” This study surveyed UK patients who experienced adverse events from Botulinum Toxin for cosmetic purposes, finding 79% reported issues like long-lasting anxiety, and highlighting low awareness of regulatory bodies and reporting structures.
This study found that androgenic alopecia significantly impaired quality of life among men in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, with younger males and those diagnosed by a doctor experiencing greater quality of life issues, particularly in the symptoms domain.
August 2026 in “Clinical Traditional Medicine and Pharmacology” In this study, a royal jelly formulation applied for 12 weeks led to significant improvements in hair elongation and gloss among individuals with self-perceived hair thinning, although changes in hair density were mild compared to placebo.
September 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences and Research” In this study, both resistance training and aerobic exercise with lifestyle modification were similarly effective for managing PCOS symptoms, but resistance training showed more significant benefits for BMI and menstrual regularity.
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May 2023 in “Revista Eletrônica Acervo Saúde” In this study, researchers reported that individuals with post-COVID-19 alopecia experienced a significant impact on their quality of life, particularly in the vitality domain, when compared to those without alopecia.
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October 2023 in “Frontiers in Public Health” This study found that in Hidradenitis Suppurativa patients, the psychosocial subscale of Skindex-17 is most relevant for assessing quality of life across different severity levels, with irritation and pain becoming more pertinent as severity progresses.
August 2026 in “European Journal of Endocrinology” This study found that individualized GAHT regimens, including microdosing, effectively improved gender congruence and quality of life for non-binary individuals, but some experienced a decrease in bone mineral density.
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December 2016 in “Frontiers in Psychology” In this study, researchers used computer-generated models to demonstrate that subtle changes in hair diameter, density, and style significantly affect perceptions of age, health, and attractiveness.
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” This article reviews factors affecting follicular unit extraction, emphasizing the need to tailor procedures to individual patient characteristics, but reports no new experimental findings.
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March 2020 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that both FUE and FUT methods are equally effective in producing high-quality hair grafts, with FUE offering the advantage of less noticeable scarring compared to FUT.
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October 2022 in “Cureus” This study found that individuals with chronic skin disorders had significantly higher rates of depression and anxiety compared to a control group, though there was no significant difference in their overall quality of life scores.
July 2025 in “Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences” This study found that individuals with alopecia areata in Malaysian tertiary hospitals who are unmarried and have diabetes are more likely to experience a poorer quality of life, based on their Dermatology Life Quality Index scores.
September 2026 in “Journal of Aesthetic Medicine” This review discusses the various determinants of hair quality in healthy individuals and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for independent trials with standardized outcomes.
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February 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This study found that premature graying significantly impacts the quality of life among affected individuals, reporting profound effects on psychological and social well-being, including guilt and mood fluctuations.
This study investigated the health-related quality of life in individuals with androgenetic alopecia before and after photobiomodulation sessions, but the results of the assessment are not reported in the abstract.
April 2022 in “Journal of Fatima Jinnah Medical University” This study found that individuals who recovered from COVID-19 in Lahore commonly experienced long-lasting symptoms like fatigue, which significantly reduced their quality of life across multiple domains.
April 2025 in “Journal of International Medical Research” This study found that androgenetic alopecia had a minor impact on the quality of life among individuals in a Jordanian cohort, potentially due to cultural tolerance of the condition.
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January 2018 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” In this study, researchers used SEM/SDD-EDS to identify waterborne minerals like calcium and aluminum in the scalp hair cuticle of individuals using treated or untreated water for hair washing, finding that prior application of coconut oil or conditioners can prevent calcium uptake.
This review explores the skin benefits of exercise and discusses how artificial intelligence can tailor exercise programs to individual skin health needs, emphasizing the potential of AI-driven strategies in cosmetic dermatology for more personalized and adaptive skincare approaches.
March 2025 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” This study developed a physician-guided algorithm to manage cutaneous adverse events from hormonal therapy in cancer patients, aiming to reduce treatment interruptions and enhance quality of life.
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March 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study found that alopecia areata severity significantly influences the health-related quality of life impacts and treatment patterns among affected individuals.
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November 2018 in “PubMed” This study reported that androgenetic alopecia had a small overall effect on patients' quality of life, but notably impacted self-consciousness for many individuals.
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September 2023 in “Journal of Gay & Lesbian Mental Health” This study reports that transgender, non-binary, and/or gender expansive individuals often experience improved mental health and social relationships after accessing desired gender-affirming care, despite facing significant barriers.
December 2021 in “Journal of BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences” This study found that male patients with androgenetic alopecia experienced more emotional impact than symptomatic or functional effects, highlighting the importance of assessing quality of life in these individuals.
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October 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This study observed that the cutaneous microbiome in psoriasis patients differs both qualitatively and quantitatively from healthy individuals, suggesting a potential link to psoriasis pathogenesis.
April 2025 in “Preprints.org” This review highlights evidence that exercise benefits skin health by enhancing collagen synthesis and reducing oxidative stress and discusses the potential of AI technology to personalize exercise programs, optimizing skin benefits based on individual needs and environmental factors.
This study used TikTok videos to explore experiences of individuals with lupus erythematosus, revealing that mucocutaneous symptoms significantly impact mental health and body image, while pharmacologic treatments are often viewed negatively, leading to important implications for clinical interactions and validation.
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September 2008 in “Mycoses” This study found that seborrheic dermatitis significantly worsens patients' quality of life, with stronger effects observed among women, younger individuals, and those with higher education levels.