9 citations
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April 2024 in “The Oncologist” This study found that sacituzumab govitecan improved health-related quality of life in most areas for patients with HR+/HER2− metastatic breast cancer compared to chemotherapy, except for increased diarrhea, supporting its use as a treatment option.
9 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of international medical research” This study found no correlation between the extent of frontal fibrosing alopecia and quality of life, but observed a strong association with thyroid disease in affected women.
9 citations
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January 2014 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” This study evaluated the Polish version of Skindex-29, demonstrating its reliability and validity as a tool to measure quality of life in dermatology patients.
9 citations
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December 2012 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Wearing wigs or hairpieces improves self-esteem, adaptability, and competence in women with alopecia areata.
8 citations
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June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study developed and initially validated the Scale of Alopecia Areata Distress (SAAD), a 41-item tool designed to measure psychosocial distress among US adults with alopecia areata.
8 citations
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July 2021 in “Patient Preference and Adherence” This review discusses how alopecia impacts patients' quality of life and evaluates the use and limitations of HRQoL questionnaires without reporting new clinical results.
8 citations
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June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study reports that patients with androgenetic alopecia had lower quality of life scores across all measured domains compared to controls, with disease severity worsening the impact, particularly socially for those under 30.
8 citations
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August 2018 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Researchers translated and validated the WAA-QoL questionnaire into Brazilian Portuguese, finding it to be a reliable tool for assessing quality of life in women with female pattern hair loss.
7 citations
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April 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata greatly affects the quality of life for children and their families.
7 citations
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August 2020 in “Health and Quality of Life Outcomes” This study found that oral contraceptives containing cyproterone acetate significantly improved the overall quality of life in polycystic ovary syndrome patients after 6 months compared to those containing levonorgestrel.
6 citations
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December 2024 in “BMC Women s Health” This study found that a lifestyle promotion program led to significant weight loss, waist reduction, and improved menstrual regularity and acne symptoms in adolescents with PCOS, while also promoting similar benefits in non-PCOS adolescents.
6 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Alopecia areata patients have worse quality of life, anxiety, and depression than vitiligo patients.
6 citations
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December 2023 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” In this prospective study, patients with androgenetic alopecia who underwent hair transplantation showed significant improvements in quality of life and life satisfaction, with reduced stress and anxiety levels, although depression and perceived social support did not significantly change.
6 citations
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June 2023 in “American Society of Clinical Oncology Educational Book” This review highlights emerging strategies to manage chemotherapy side effects like nausea, neuropathy, and alopecia, noting that scalp cooling has been effective for reducing hair loss, while cryotherapy and cannabis show promise but need further study for side effect management.
6 citations
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January 2023 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” This review discusses the use of yoga and herbal remedies for managing PCOS, reporting improved symptoms, hormonal balance, and quality of life, but presents no new clinical results.
6 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” This study found that vaginal surgical interventions for genital prolapse or urinary incontinence did not significantly alter the quality of sexual life in women, with a portion reporting improvement and others experiencing no change or decreased libido.
6 citations
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January 2011 in “Oral and maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America” This paper discusses considerations and techniques for secondary facelift or neck lift surgeries but presents no new clinical data.
5 citations
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May 2024 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This study found that alopecia areata significantly impacts both emotional and psychosocial well-being, leading to impaired productivity in adults and adolescents, especially those experiencing more extensive hair loss.
5 citations
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February 2023 in “Skin Health and Disease” In this study, the Swedish Hairdex-S was well-received by alopecia areata patients and demonstrated strong psychometric properties and consistency with the original version, supporting its use for patient quality of life evaluation and research.
5 citations
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December 2022 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that living with Alopecia Areata patients is associated with a poorer quality of life, increased anxiety and depression, and reduced sexual satisfaction among cohabitants.
5 citations
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August 2022 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” This study found that nearly half of those perceiving hair loss reported a significant impact on their quality of life, highlighting potential benefits of seeking medical advice for diagnosis and treatment.
5 citations
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January 2019 in “cIRcle (University of British Columbia)” This research observed that women with PCOS may improve insulin resistance and reduce hyperandrogenism by increasing fiber and magnesium intake, and face higher anxiety symptoms potentially linked to societal appearance expectations.
5 citations
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August 2018 in “Journal of Nepal Medical Association” This study reports that androgenetic alopecia had a small overall impact on the quality of life for patients undergoing hair transplantation, though some experienced significant psychological effects related to self-consciousness and social responses.
5 citations
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January 2014 in “BioMed Research International” This collection of papers reviews recent research on women's skin, focusing on hormonal influences, environmental impacts, and specific skin disorders, with no new clinical results reported.
5 citations
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May 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A direct brow lift can effectively fix nerve damage and improve appearance after surgery.
5 citations
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December 2012 in “Journal of Dermatology” This letter reports on the impact wigs may have on the perceived quality of life in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
4 citations
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March 2023 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” This abstract does not provide specific results or a conclusion; additional context is needed to interpret the data.
4 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study found that people with alopecia areata have a higher likelihood of experiencing anxiety and depression, and a moderate negative impact on their quality of life compared to healthy individuals.
4 citations
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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.
4 citations
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December 2020 in “Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment” In this study, body dysmorphic disorder symptoms in dermatological patients were strongly linked to psychiatric issues and reduced quality of life, particularly among those with unclassified dermatoses.