research An Unusual Case of Trichotillomania and Trichophagia Associated with Authentic Hair Extension in a Young African-American Female Adult
A young woman developed a bowel obstruction from eating hair from her weave to relieve anxiety.
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210-240 / 1000+ results research Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Treatment of Trichotillomania: Case Series
rTMS may help treat trichotillomania in some patients.
research Apocrine Sweat Gland Obstruction by Antiperspirants Allowing Transdermal Absorption of Cutaneous Generated Hormones and Pheromones as a Link to the Observed Incidence Rates of Breast and Prostate Cancer in the 20th Century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research How to Speak Postmodern: Medicine, Illness, and Cultural Change
The document suggests medicine should integrate biological and cultural factors and focus on holistic, equitable care.
research The Clinical Management of Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Postmenopausal Women with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: A Review
Testosterone Replacement Therapy can improve sexual health in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on its long-term effects.
research Effects of Melatonin Administration on Mental Health Parameters, Metabolic and Genetic Profiles in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Melatonin improved mental health and metabolism in women with PCOS.
research Treatment of Male Rats with Finasteride, an Inhibitor of 5alpha-Reductase Enzyme, Induces Long-Lasting Effects on Depressive-Like Behavior, Hippocampal Neurogenesis, Neuroinflammation, and Gut Microbiota Composition
Finasteride treatment in male rats causes long-lasting effects on depression-like behavior, brain cell growth, inflammation, and gut bacteria composition.
research Evaluating the Disease-Related Experiences of TikTok Users With Lupus Erythematosus: Qualitative and Content Analysis
TikTok videos show that people with Lupus often discuss symptoms and their significant impact on mental health, face diagnostic delays, have mixed views on treatments, and feel isolated despite support.
research Evaluating the Disease-Related Experiences of TikTok Users With Lupus Erythematosus: Qualitative and Content Analysis
Lupus patients on TikTok feel isolated, face medical gaslighting, and prefer non-drug treatments.
research Hair Loss in Children: A Detailed Overview of Pediatric Alopecia
The most common cause of hair loss in children is tinea capitis, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.
research Hedonic Sensitivity to Natural Rewards Is Affected by Prenatal Stress in a Sex-Dependent Manner
Prenatal stress changes how male and female rats enjoy rewards differently, linked to sex hormones.
research Lifestyle Drugs: Concept and Impact on Society
Lifestyle drugs are mainly used by wealthy people in India but could spread to others, affecting society and youth.
research The Friar Tuck Sign in Trichotillomania
An 8-year-old boy with hair-pulling disorder had a bald patch that was confirmed not to be a fungal infection and was treated with therapy.
research Partial Penile Amputation Due to Penile Tourniquet Syndrome in a Child With Primary Nocturnal Enuresis: A Rare Emergency
An 8-year-old boy with bed-wetting issues suffered a severe penile injury from tying a thread around his penis, requiring urgent medical treatment to avoid worse outcomes.
research Trichotillomania: Chronic Disorder Characterized by Compulsive Hair Pulling
Trichotillomania is a chronic hair-pulling disorder, more common in females, treated with therapy and sometimes medication.
research The Self in Obsessive-Compulsive-Related Disorders: Hoarding Disorder, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, and Trichotillomania
The conclusion is that self-concept, shame, and emotion regulation are key factors in hoarding disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, and trichotillomania, and should be targeted in treatment and research.
research Re
The letter criticizes generalizations about older patients' abilities and calls for respectful, individualized care, while the original authors defend the need to adapt communication for those with impairments.
research Exogenous Testosterone Alone or With Finasteride Does Not Improve Measurements of Cognition in Healthy Older Men With Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone with or without finasteride doesn't improve thinking skills in older men with low testosterone.
research Grey-Scale Penile Ultrasound Findings in Young Men With Erectile Dysfunction Who Used Finasteride for Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride for hair loss may cause erectile dysfunction due to tissue fibrosis, and various factors contribute to female sexual dysfunction.
research A Curvilinear Relationship Between Hair Loss, Mental Rotation, and Neuroticism: A Possible Influence of Sustained Dihydrotestosterone Production
Men with moderate hair loss had the best spatial thinking, and long-term DHT might affect cognition.
research Neurosteroids, Neuroactive Steroids, and Symptoms of Affective Disorders
Certain steroids in the brain affect mood and symptoms of depression, and treatments targeting these steroids show promise for improving these symptoms.
research The Androgen Receptor Gene Polyglycine Repeat Polymorphism Is Associated With Memory Performance In Healthy Chinese Individuals
Certain gene variations are linked to better memory in healthy Chinese women.
research Trichotillomania in Children and Adolescents: Review of the Literature and Case Report
The document concludes that supportive home environments and addressing parent-child interactions can effectively treat trichotillomania in children.
research Dermatological Manifestations of Stress in Normal and Psychiatric Populations
Stress can worsen skin conditions and affect mental health, so doctors should include stress management in skin treatment.
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research Progesterone Enhances Ethanol-Induced Modulation of Mesocortical Dopamine Neurons: Antagonism by Finasteride
Progesterone boosts alcohol's effect on brain, finasteride counters it.
research Psychocutaneous Diseases: A Review of Psychiatric Disorders with Skin Manifestations and Their Prevalence in Dermatological Settings
Many skin patients have mental health issues, but few dermatologists are well-versed in treating these conditions.
research Current Concepts in Aesthetic Endocrinology
Hormones affect skin aging and fat distribution, and treatments can help, but only minoxidil is proven for female hair loss.
research Illness and Femininity in Hilary Mantel’s Giving Up the Ghost
The document concludes that Hilary Mantel's memoir shows how childhood experiences affect adult health, criticizing modern medicine for ignoring the mental aspects of physical illness.
research Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa: Analysis of Prevalence, Mortality, Outcomes, and Endocrine Changes
Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa are complex eating disorders with increasing incidence among young females, significant morbidity, and varying mortality rates, requiring more research for better treatment.