44 citations,
December 2010 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Alopecia areata seriously lowers quality of life, especially affecting self-image, mental health, and social life.
41 citations,
March 2010 in “Psychology Research and Behavior Management” Using psychological treatments can help manage skin conditions along with regular medical care.
36 citations,
December 2015 in “Drugs” New treatments for a chronic skin condition show promise, but individualized plans are crucial due to varying responses.
31 citations,
July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Hair restoration surgery effectively treats hair loss with natural-looking results, using techniques like stem cells and platelet-rich plasma.
30 citations,
July 2017 in “Stem cells and cloning” SVF-enhanced adipose transplantation shows potential as a hair loss treatment.
24 citations,
March 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Finasteride use linked to increased risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in younger people.
21 citations,
March 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Vemurafenib therapy can cause hair loss, but clobetasol propionate foam can help regrow hair.
20 citations,
March 2019 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Minoxidil effectively and safely treats patchy hair loss, but more research needed.
19 citations,
June 2016 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Women with PCOS often have more sleep problems than the general population.
18 citations,
December 2014 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” Losing 5-10% body weight can improve PCOS symptoms, letrozole is better than clomiphene for fertility, and managing weight and blood sugar is important to reduce pregnancy complications.
16 citations,
January 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy” An imbalance in gut bacteria is linked to skin immune diseases and may affect their outcomes and related health issues.
14 citations,
January 2012 in “Endocrine development” The conclusion is that a thorough approach is needed to diagnose and manage hyperandrogenism in teenage girls, recognizing its major psychological and health effects.
13 citations,
August 2020 in “Mayo Clinic proceedings” Women with lichen planopilaris often have thyroid disease, depression, anxiety, and may respond to treatment with slowed disease progression.
10 citations,
May 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
9 citations,
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that managing PCOS involves treating symptoms, regulating periods, and reducing health risks, with specific medications for fertility and metabolic issues.
8 citations,
November 2019 in “Dermatologic Clinics” AGA treatments like minoxidil and LLLLT are safe and effective for gender minority patients.
8 citations,
December 2017 in “Cancer Medicine” Finasteride use may increase the risk of male breast cancer.
8 citations,
April 2015 in “Expert Review of Gastroenterology & Hepatology” Effective symptom management in IBD improves quality of life and prevents complications.
7 citations,
August 2015 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The cross beam laser is a useful tool for safely measuring scalp stretchiness to improve hair transplant results.
6 citations,
March 2020 in “Journal of International Medical Research” Early hair loss common in Chinese males, linked to family history and smoking; early treatment advised.
5 citations,
February 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Treating both the mind and skin together, especially by managing stress, can greatly improve outcomes for skin disorders linked to psychological issues.
4 citations,
November 2020 in “Psoriasis : Targets and Therapy” The document concludes that proper treatment and management of plaque psoriasis in adolescents can improve their quality of life.
4 citations,
December 2014 in “PubMed” Pre-operative hormone treatment for hypospadias surgery might improve outcomes, but more research is needed to confirm.
3 citations,
June 1995 in “International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics” Laser laparoscopy effectively reduces pelvic pain in women with mild to moderate endometriosis and is safe to use.
2 citations,
September 2022 in “Scholarly journal of otolaryngology” Epipharyngeal Abrasive Therapy helps reduce symptoms in Long COVID patients with chronic epipharyngitis.
2 citations,
January 2014 in “Springer eBooks” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often leads to severe acne, and lifestyle changes and hormonal treatments can help manage it.
2 citations,
January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
2 citations,
June 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Female pattern hair loss involves thinning hair on crown and frontal scalp, diagnosed by hair ratio, and treated with minoxidil, antiandrogens, or hair transplantation.
1 citations,
November 2023 PCOD mainly affects young women, causing symptoms like irregular periods and weight gain, with mixed success from lifestyle changes and medication.
1 citations,
January 2009 in “CRC Press eBooks” Finasteride increases hair count and improves hair growth with low risk of side effects.