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August 2011 in “Parasitology Research” This study found that Mentha pulegium essential oil had a stronger protoscolicidal effect against Echinococcus granulosus in vitro than Mentha piperita, showing dose- and time-dependent effects.
November 2025 in “Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research” In this study, researchers used molecular docking analysis to explore the potential of spearmint's phytochemicals in managing PCOS, identifying oleanolic acid as having the best binding affinity with proteins associated with the condition. However, these results are computational and require further laboratory experiments for validation.
March 2024 in “Journal of Applied and Natural Science” This study found that administering an alcoholic extract of Mentha spicata leaves significantly reduced testosterone levels and aggressive behavior in female rats with elevated testosterone, suggesting its potential protective role against such symptoms.
January 2024 in “Scientific reports” This study found that undiluted mint leaf extract effectively inhibited multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and killed Culex pipiens larvae, suggesting its potential as a biocontrol strategy around hospitals.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that Mentha suaveolens aqueous extract activated Nrf-2 and increased detoxifying enzyme expression in keratinocytes, providing protection against oxidative stress without cytotoxicity.
January 2017 in “CommonKnowledge Research Repository (Pacific University Oregon)” This review suggests spearmint tea may lower androgenic hormones in women with hirsutism and related symptoms, though longer treatment and follow-up may be needed for noticeable improvements.
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February 2025 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” This study found that obesity and a negative body image negatively impact health-related quality of life and mental health in women with PCOS, indicating the need for healthcare professionals to address these issues with effective treatments.
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November 2021 in “BMJ Open” This study reviews the epidemiology of alopecia areata in the UK, focusing on its links to mental health comorbidities, autoimmune/atopic associations, and common infection incidences.
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January 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This review highlights the significant negative impact of alopecia areata on quality of life, mental health, and work, calling for individualized approaches and effective treatments to mitigate these effects.
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October 2020 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study found that in women irradiated for tinea capitis as children, greater hair loss severity was associated with an increased risk of various mental health issues, particularly social anxiety.
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July 2001 in “Personality and Individual Differences” This study found that mental rotation and neuroticism demonstrated curvilinear relationships with hair loss, suggesting that dihydrotestosterone levels might affect spatial cognition and personality traits in men.
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June 2025 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study demonstrated that individuals with alopecia areata in Japan experience significant stigma and mental health issues, with perceived stigma and dissatisfaction with hair growth negatively correlated with disease severity.
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March 2022 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” This study found that women with PCOS have a significant risk of mental health disorders, including depression and anxiety, but results varied due to methodological differences, and ethnic disparities were not well-examined.
March 2026 in “Ukrains kyi Visnyk Psykhonevrolohii” In this study, female patients with mixed alopecia reported significantly lower quality of life compared to those with metabolic alopecia, with poorer psychological well-being and personal fulfillment, linked closely to mental maladaptation severity, suggesting a biopsychosocial treatment approach.
January 2026 in “Industrial Psychiatry Journal” This study highlights the significant psychiatric effects associated with dengue fever, noting diverse psychological reactions that occur before, during, and after infection, such as anxiety, depression, and even psychosis, and underscores the need for integrated mental health strategies within public health systems for dengue.
In this study, only a small percentage of women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported using holistic management strategies, highlighting a need for increased focus on comprehensive approaches to managing the condition.
August 2025 in “Psychiatry Neurology and Medical Psychology” This study investigated psychosocial adaptation in women with diffuse alopecia, finding that adaptation disorders, particularly related to depression and anxiety, more significantly impacted psychosocial adaptation than the alopecia's origin, highlighting areas for targeted psychological intervention.
August 2025 in “Libyan Medical Journal” This study found that patients with vitiligo or alopecia areata have higher levels of anxiety and depression compared to healthy individuals, though no significant differences were observed between the two patient groups, highlighting the psychological impact of these dermatological conditions.
July 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported significantly higher levels of psychological symptoms, such as depression and anxiety, compared to healthy controls, with higher stress and lower self-efficacy linked to increased symptom severity.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study observed that the relationship between AA disease severity and psychological issues like anxiety and depression varies by country, sex, and age, indicating more detailed research is needed to fully understand its global mental health impact.
March 2024 in “Ukraïnsʹkij vìsnik psihonevrologìï” This study found that among women with diffuse alopecia, 47.7% exhibited psychopathological symptoms, with mixed alopecia patients showing more severe manifestations compared to those with metabolic alopecia, suggesting the need for personalized management strategies.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found shared genetic pathways linking acne with multiple mental health disorders and observed a potential causal relationship between acne and increased depression risk.
December 2014 in “Annals of psychophysiology” This study reported that chronic use of performance-enhancing drugs significantly altered users' personalities and physical attributes, raising concerns about whether the perceived benefits outweigh the costs.
November 2021 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study found that a new FAW-FS algorithm improved recognition of depression in patients with androgenic alopecia, and comprehensive psychological interventions positively impacted their rehabilitation outcomes.
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March 2011 in “Acta Paediatrica” This case report describes a 5-year-old girl who developed kerion celsi from an untreated scalp infection, likely contracted from a guinea pig, leading to significant hair loss and the need for a wig.
11 citations
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January 2016 in “Mycoses” This study found that human hair shows more susceptibility to perforation by Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Trichophyton verrucosum compared to animal hair, with black human hair serving as a reliable diagnostic tool for differentiation between the two species.
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August 2002 in “Veterinary Dermatology” In this study, a combination of terbinafine and mitotane was used to treat a dog with pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism and dermatophytosis, showing regrowth of hair and negative fungal cultures without detectable adverse effects.
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March 2023 in “ACTA SCIENTIAE VETERINARIAE” This case report describes how real-time PCR rapidly identified Trichophyton mentagrophytes in a dog's dermatophytosis when traditional mycological methods were slower.
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August 2007 in “Zoonoses and Public Health” This study documented clinical cases of dermatophytosis in two free-ranging southern chamois in the Eastern Pyrenees, with Trichophyton mentagrophytes identified in both animals.
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January 2006 in “Indian Journal of Veterinary Pathology” In this study of sheep across various breeds and ages, researchers found that Trichophyton mentagrophytes caused severe dermatophytosis, especially affecting young Shahbadi sheep during winter, leading to notable anemia and skin lesions.