research You Need a Makeover: The Social Construction of Female Body Image in A Makeover Story, What Not to Wear, and Extreme Makeover
Makeover TV shows promote unrealistic beauty standards and suggest women's worth is based on looks.
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research Women's Health Care During the Perimenopause
The document concludes that low-dose oral contraceptives and hormonal therapies can manage perimenopause symptoms and reduce some health risks, but lifestyle changes and disease screening are also important.
research Compared to Controls, Individuals with Lichen Planopilaris Have More Depression, Lower Self-Esteem, and Lower Quality of Life
People with Lichen Planopilaris tend to be more depressed, have lower self-esteem, and a worse quality of life.
research Oxidative Modification in Human Hair: The Effect of the Levels of Cu (II) Ions, UV Exposure and Hair Pigmentation
Reducing copper (II) ion levels in hair can decrease hair damage.
research Indications for Peripheral and Central Sensitization in Patients With Chronic Scalp Pain (Trichodynia)
Chronic scalp pain in trichodynia involves both body-wide and localized increased pain sensitivity.
research Increased Frequency of the DI Genotype of the Angiotensin-I Converting Enzyme and Association of the II Genotype with Insulin Resistance in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The study suggests certain ACE gene variations are more common in women with PCOS and may be linked to increased insulin resistance.
research A New Paradigm for the Aging Face
Dr. Samuel M. Lam's article concludes that skilled facial fat grafting can effectively restore facial volume and serve as a complement or alternative to traditional face-lifting methods.
research Minoxidil: A Comprehensive Review
Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, especially androgenetic alopecia, but needs more research for better understanding.
research Intermittent and Persistent Type 2 Lupus: Patient Perspectives on Two Distinct Patterns of Type 2 SLE Symptoms
SLE patients experience two patterns of non-inflammatory symptoms: intermittent and persistent.
research Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of a Hair Serum Product in Healthy Adult Male and Female Volunteers with Hair Fall
The hair serum significantly improved hair growth and reduced hair fall without causing any skin issues.
research Laser Hair Reduction And Removal
Laser hair removal is effective for dark hair but needs improvement for nonpigmented or fine hairs.
research The Feminism and Psychology Undergraduate Prize 1999: Prizewinning Entry
The entry showed that PCOS negatively affects women's self-image and is worsened by societal expectations, suggesting a need for more feminist attention to the condition.
research Systematic Review of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Adult Androgenic Alopecia
Low-level laser therapy can stimulate hair growth more effectively than fake devices, but patient satisfaction is similar for both. Results should be taken with caution due to small study sizes and differences between studies. More research is needed.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Microneedling Versus 5% Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Patterned Hair Loss
Minoxidil works faster and is more cost-effective for treating hair loss, but platelet-rich plasma microneedling can be an alternative for those who can't use minoxidil.
research Hair Restoration in Androgenetic Alopecia: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Hair Transplantation
Alternative treatments show promise for hair growth beyond traditional methods.
research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase-Related Side Effects in Patients Seeking Medical Care for Sexual Dysfunction
5α-reductase inhibitors may worsen sexual drive and spontaneous erections but don't worsen existing erectile or ejaculatory problems.
research Transtemporal Midface Lifting to Blend the Lower Eyelid-Cheek Junction
The transtemporal midface lift improves the lower eyelid and cheek area with high patient satisfaction and low complication rates.
research The Relationship Between Self-Esteem and Hair Transplantation Satisfaction in Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
Hair transplant boosts self-esteem and appearance satisfaction, especially in those with high self-esteem.
research Testosterone Replacement in 49,XXXXY Syndrome: Andrological, Metabolic, and Neurological Aspects
Testosterone therapy improved physical and social health in a male with 49,XXXXY syndrome.
research Nocebo Effect in Dermatology
Negative expectations can cause adverse effects in dermatology treatments, like with finasteride for baldness, and careful communication can help reduce these nocebo responses.
research Postmarketing Surveillance of New Antiepileptic Drugs: The Tribulations of Trials
Monitoring new epilepsy drugs after they're sold is crucial to find rare and long-term side effects that initial tests might miss.
research Examining the Safety and Efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Review of the Literature
Low-level laser therapy safely and effectively improves hair growth and coverage for male and female pattern hair loss.
research Prospective Randomized Study of Sexual Function in Men Taking Dutasteride for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride safely treats hair loss without harming sexual function.
research Preclinical and Clinical Studies Demonstrate That the Proprietary Herbal Extract DA-5512 Effectively Stimulates Hair Growth and Promotes Hair Health
DA-5512 effectively improves hair growth and health, performing better than minoxidil.
research Metabolic Dysfunction in Female Mice with Disruption of 5α-Reductase 1
Female mice with disrupted 5α-reductase 1 had significant metabolic issues, including stress response problems, insulin resistance, liver fat buildup, and obesity.
research Improving Posttraumatic Facial Scars
The document concludes that improving the appearance of posttraumatic facial scars is possible with careful treatment and realistic expectations.
research A Retrospective Study of Thyroid Structural Abnormalities in Alopecia Patients
Many alopecia patients have undetected thyroid abnormalities that can be found through physical exams.
research Acne and Hirsutism in Teenagers
Acne and increased body hair in teenage girls are normal but severe cases may need hormone evaluation and treatment can prevent diabetes linked to PCO.
research Autoantigen Discovery in the Hair Loss Disorder, Alopecia Areata: Implications of Post-Translational Modifications
New protein changes may be involved in the immune attack on hair follicles in alopecia areata.
research Centuries of Seeking Chocolate's Medicinal Benefits
Chocolate has been historically used for medicinal purposes, with current research focusing on heart health benefits, but the extent of these benefits is debated.