21 citations
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June 2009 in “Current Medical Research and Opinion” In this study, men seeking treatment for male pattern hair loss were highly concerned about their condition and had often attempted self-treatment, but many were dissatisfied with their physician consultations due to unmet expectations and perceived indifference from doctors.
21 citations
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August 2011 in “Body Image” This study found that acceptance of hair loss is associated with lower psychological distress in young men, highlighting its adaptive role compared to compensation and avoidance strategies.
4 citations
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June 2005 in “British Journal of Dermatology” People often underestimate hair loss severity, with fewer seeking treatment, and it's more distressing for women.
2 citations
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August 2010 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” In this study, women with female pattern hair loss reported poorer quality of life compared to unaffected women, and initial treatment did not improve their quality of life within two months.
March 2001 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the author’s experience in hair transplant procedures and training at Bosley Medical but reports no new clinical results.
12 citations
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October 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This European study found that while many people consult dermatologists for mole control and skin cancer screening, others with conditions like acne, alopecia, and fungal infections often choose not to seek medical advice, opting for self-management instead.
June 2026 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This study explored professionals' insights on eyebrow transplantation, finding that while the procedure can enhance appearance and confidence, it also carries risks such as potential complications and costs, emphasizing the need for thorough pre-operative consultations.
44 citations
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March 2020 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The pandemic has pushed dermatology education and care to adopt digital solutions, which are effective and likely to continue post-pandemic.
October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” This article discusses the importance of patient selection, education, and communication in hair restoration surgery, emphasizing the need for a long-term trusting relationship between patient and surgeon; it reports no new clinical findings.
July 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the ethical obligations of professionals to uphold patient trust but reports no new clinical findings.
April 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, to address long wait times for alopecia specialists, researchers implemented shared medical appointments for women with female pattern hair loss, modeled on formats previously used for conditions like acne and vitiligo.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that multidisciplinary group medical visits for patients with alopecia areata improved patient satisfaction, knowledge, and access to care at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center.
8 citations
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August 1989 in “Psychological Reports” In this study, one-third of men with alopecia androgenetica consulted professionals primarily for hair treatment over two years, valuing medical professionals more for minoxidil-related advice.
7 citations
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April 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study found that ChatGPT provided fairly accurate answers to common psoriasis-related questions, as rated by medical experts, although it doesn't fully replace professional medical judgment or diagnosis.
10 citations
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January 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Asian hair restoration surgery requires different methods due to the unique characteristics of Asian hair, such as its sparseness and coarseness.
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.
December 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article discusses the evolution of hair transplantation techniques over 23 years and highlights "Hair Transplantation" by Drs Avram and Rogers as a valuable reference in the field.
November 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” The reviewer recommends "Dermatology" as an essential, well-illustrated, and up-to-date resource for anyone studying or practicing in the field.
This research addresses the common concern of hair loss, often seen in post-COVID syndrome and other systemic conditions, and highlights uncertainties around its causes, diagnostic criteria, and the necessity for medical consultation, with implications for patient psychological wellbeing.
This article discusses the insights that can be gained from observing a person's general appearance during a medical consultation and reports no new clinical results.
33 citations
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November 2014 in “Military Medicine” This retrospective review of the U.S. military's teledermatology program from 2004 to 2012 found that timely consultations helped avoid unnecessary medical evacuations and facilitated necessary ones for service members and coalition partners.
September 2003 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” 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.
14 citations
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December 2007 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This paper discusses the use of lifestyle drugs by individuals without medical conditions to enhance appearance, highlighting that such usage may worsen emotional disorders and suggests these should be treated with psychotherapy or psychopharmacotherapy.
December 2019 in “Buletin de psihiatrie integrativă” This article highlights the psycho-affective risks associated with aesthetic medical procedures and stresses the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to improve care in this field, but reports no new clinical results.
December 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reported that refugee patients referred to dermatology faced significantly longer wait times for consultations compared to the general population, highlighting potential disparities in access to care.
3 citations
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October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” This article identifies eight conditions that make patients unsuitable candidates for hair transplant surgery, emphasizing the importance of detailed consultations to recognize these factors, but reports no clinical results.
5 citations
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August 2024 in “Clinical & Translational Oncology” This review provides a comprehensive overview of multidisciplinary dermo-aesthetic interventions for breast cancer patients, aiming to establish safe protocols involving various specialists to improve quality of life, although consultation with an oncologist before treatment is advised.
3 citations
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March 2024 in “arXiv (Cornell University)” This study describes an AI-powered system for diagnosing dermatological conditions, achieving a weighted score of 0.87 in both contextual understanding and diagnostic accuracy, suggesting it could enhance tele-dermatology applications by supporting remote consultations and care access in underserved regions.
11 citations
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March 2006 in “Journal of medical ethics” This report describes a case of twins with alopecia areata totalis who did not respond to corticosteroids but showed significant hair growth with platelet rich plasma injections, suggesting PRP's potential as an alternative treatment.
July 1993 in “学術講演梗概集. A, 材料施工,防火,海洋,情報システム技術” This study observed that hyperprolactinemia in women may be associated with skin and hair symptoms similar to those induced by androgens, suggesting hormone level evaluations in such cases.