43 citations,
October 2019 in “Pediatric Research” Lifestyle changes are the main treatment for PCOS, which is a complex condition requiring early management to reduce its health impacts.
34 citations,
August 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Stress and emotional factors can worsen skin conditions by affecting the immune system.
31 citations,
February 2016 in “American Journal of Men's Health” Finasteride can cause serious emotional side effects; doctors should check patients' mental health history before prescribing.
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June 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Acne is common in women, often hormone-related, negatively affects quality of life, and requires various treatments.
26 citations,
April 1984 in “The American Journal of Surgery” Gastric exclusion surgery caused major weight loss and health improvements but led to some anemia and vitamin deficiencies.
25 citations,
November 2005 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The article concludes that surgeons should tailor facial surgery techniques for Asian males to their unique cultural and anatomical needs.
22 citations,
November 2014 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America” Stress can worsen skin conditions and affect mental health, so doctors should include stress management in skin treatment.
21 citations,
November 2014 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Cross-sex hormone therapy is important for managing gender dysphoria and requires careful monitoring and healthcare provider education.
19 citations,
May 2019 in “JAMA dermatology” People with alopecia areata have similar overall death rates as others but higher risks of death from self-harm, psychiatric issues, and lung cancer in certain cases.
16 citations,
March 2017 in “Bone Marrow Transplantation” Some children who had stem cell transplants developed permanent hair loss, especially when treated with a drug called busulphan.
14 citations,
February 2000 in “Feminism & Psychology” 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.
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,
April 2015 in “Expert Review of Gastroenterology & Hepatology” Effective symptom management in IBD improves quality of life and prevents complications.
7 citations,
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Camouflaging agents like hair fibers and wigs significantly improve appearance and self-esteem for most hair loss patients.
7 citations,
April 2012 in “Clinical investigation” Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.
4 citations,
May 2002 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” A new hair loss classification for women improves treatment, but careful patient selection is crucial for successful hair transplantation.
3 citations,
September 2022 in “Frontiers in psychiatry” University students in Egypt experienced high stress during COVID-19's third wave, with negative coping mechanisms being more common.
3 citations,
January 2008 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Early diagnosis and treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa are important to prevent serious physical and mental effects.
3 citations,
October 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair ages due to various factors and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help, but more research and better public awareness are needed.
2 citations,
October 2022 in “Frontiers in genetics” Late diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia can greatly affect physical development, gender identity, and sexual health.
1 citations,
May 2018 in “Psychology, Health & Medicine” The two-factor model fits better for Chinese patients' understanding of illness causes than the original four-factor model.
January 2022 in “Acta Scientific Women's Health” Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS can prevent complications and improve symptoms.
January 2015 in “Endocrine updates” Bariatric surgery patients need careful before and after surgery care for safety and long-term health.
January 2013 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” The document suggests that finasteride may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, while prostate surgery does not harm sexual health.
[object Object] October 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Mice treatments didn't grow hair, a patient treatment may affect immune response, and people with hair loss often feel anxious or depressed.
January 2002 in “Nowotwory” Hair transplant is effective for treating hair loss caused by radiation and improves patients' quality of life.
532 citations,
August 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
25 citations,
July 2021 in “Journal of Medical Virology” COVID-19 can cause various skin issues, including rashes and hair loss, which usually heal on their own and don't always indicate severe illness.
12 citations,
March 2015 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Early diagnosis and treatment of PCOS in young people is important to prevent long-term health problems.
September 2003 in “Clinics in Family Practice” The document lists dermatology topics across life stages and notes hair loss can affect self-esteem and early skin cancer treatment is crucial.