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In this study, hirsutism was found to have the most significant negative impact on health-related quality of life among Iranian women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

This study found that irregular breakfasts and late-night snacking were associated with a higher risk of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease and increased alcohol intake-related liver disease.

In a phase 2 trial, researchers tested a topical formulation for alopecia areata and found significant hair regrowth with the treatment, but these improvements did not lead to substantial enhancements in health-related quality of life.

In this study, patients with keratosis pilaris exhibited significant quality of life impairment, with histopathology and dermoscopy revealing consistent skin and hair changes.

This review highlights the significant impact of alopecia on personal identity and social interactions, emphasizing the need for personalized, non-pharmacological interventions and improved collaboration in healthcare training to better support those with appearance-altering conditions.

This study found that individuals with androgenetic alopecia experience significantly higher symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress compared to controls, along with reduced self-esteem and life satisfaction, highlighting the importance of addressing psychological well-being in clinical treatments.

In this review, skin changes like hair loss and brittle nails linked to nutritional deficiencies common in eating disorders are examined as critical diagnostic tools, highlighting the need for integrated care involving dermatologists, psychiatrists, and nutritionists for effective management.

In this study, a case of a 70-year-old woman with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia showed that using a high-quality hair prosthesis improved her quality of life and mood, as measured by PHQ-9 and Skindex-29 scores, though such wigs are rarely covered by insurance.

This study reviewed current knowledge on Traditional Chinese Medicine, finding that Chinese herbs may reduce chronic urticaria activity, psoriasis severity, benign thyroid nodules, and improve β-cell function in diabetes. The authors noted the need for further research and the development of high-quality TCM pharmaceuticals.

This case report reveals a diagnosis of scurvy in a 19-year-old woman, emphasizing the importance of considering vitamin C deficiency in patients with dietary restrictions presenting with specific skin and gum symptoms.

In this study, cutaneous lupus erythematosus was associated with significantly impaired quality of life, particularly affecting emotional well-being, compared to other dermatologic and chronic medical conditions.

This study found that metformin treatment improved health-related quality-of-life, emotional well-being, and sexual satisfaction among women with PCOS, correlated with weight loss and menstrual cycle normalization.

This paper reviews adverse events related to hedgehog pathway inhibitors in advanced basal cell carcinoma patients, reporting no new clinical results but aiming to inform healthcare professionals for improved patient care.

This review discusses the relationship between oxidative stress and polycystic ovarian syndrome and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for further research into therapeutic strategies.

In this updated guideline, the British Association of Dermatologists' expert group provided 49 management recommendations for alopecia areata and highlighted future research priorities, aiming to improve care for individuals affected by this condition.

This review explores the complexity of human–robot interactions in robotic surgery, finding that complexity increases with conditional autonomy and is predicted to decrease with full autonomy, without reporting new clinical results.

This systematic review highlighted significant psychosocial impacts of alopecia areata in children and adolescents, noting challenges such as reduced self-esteem, emotional distress, and social difficulties. The review underscored the need for further research to understand these effects comprehensively and guide clinical support.

This study found that 73.9% of patients with cicatricial alopecia reported moderate to severe psychosocial impacts, highlighting the importance of addressing psychological aspects in treatment.

This study found that a single injection of Platelet Rich Stroma improved knee function and reduced pain and stiffness in patients with knee osteoarthritis over twelve months.

This article argues that the mind-body problem is a false issue, proposing that the mind merely temporally associates immaterial data with material support without actual interaction.

This review examines reports of prolonged sexual dysfunction and depression associated with finasteride for male pattern hair loss, concluding that significant biases exist and further rigorous trials are needed to assess risks.

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.

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.

The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.

This review discusses the role of mental healthcare in managing sexual side effects of prostate cancer radiotherapy and highlights the importance of patient education and psychological support for improved quality of life.

This joint consensus statement from several Polish professional associations discusses strategies for improving obesity treatment and enhancing primary care's role in managing obesity, with no new empirical data reported.

This article discusses the impact of COVID-19 on various sectors and reports no new clinical findings.

This study found that patient-reported outcomes were similar between neoadjuvant endocrine therapy and chemotherapy in premenopausal breast cancer patients, but future perspective was significantly better with endocrine therapy.

This study found that patients with androgenic alopecia rated their hair loss as more severe than dermatologists did, affecting their quality of life significantly.

This study assessed women in Bangladesh and found that those with PCOS had markedly higher rates of depression, anxiety, stress, and insomnia compared to those without the condition, with rural women showing higher anxiety and insomnia.