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November 2023 in “American Journal of Men s Health” This study found that lower urinary tract symptoms in older men with benign prostatic hyperplasia negatively impact sexual function and mental health, suggesting the importance of early intervention to improve quality of life.
July 2025 in “Cosmoderma” In this study, a 90-day course of a plant-based supplement significantly improved hair density, skin hydration, and nail growth among participants with dermatological concerns, while also reducing hair fall and pigmentation, without adverse effects.
March 2026 in “Cosmetics” In this comprehensive review, researchers reported that macromolecules like type I collagen, keratin, and ceramides enhance hair health by improving follicular function and increasing hair density, strength, shine, and resilience, as shown in various in vitro, animal, and human studies.
5 citations
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September 2021 in “Southern African Journal of Hiv Medicine” 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.
4 citations
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November 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” This study found that people with alopecia areata have a higher likelihood of experiencing anxiety and depression, and a moderate negative impact on their quality of life compared to healthy individuals.
4 citations
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July 2022 in “Medicina-lithuania” This study found that women with PCOS in Poland had higher anxiety and depression levels and lower ego-resiliency compared to healthy women, often using passive stress-coping strategies.
2 citations
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July 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This research discusses the shift in cosmetic dermatology towards integrating regenerative medicine, AI, and personalized care, highlighting their potential to improve aesthetic outcomes and skin function while considering ethical and regulatory challenges.
4 citations
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October 2023 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This meta-analysis found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have over a 2.5-fold higher risk of depression compared to healthy women.
3 citations
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January 2024 in “Health Psychology Report” This study explored the psychological experiences of Black women with autoimmune alopecia, revealing that cultural significance of hair and social support are crucial factors, and suggesting a need for increased awareness and targeted support from health professionals and communities.
January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study reports that intramuscular compound betamethasone may offer rapid, short-term reduction in hair shedding for patients with telogen effluvium, particularly within a week, but often requires repeated treatments; only mild side effects were observed.
42 citations
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June 2015 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” This article reviews the psychological, social, and biological impacts of polycystic ovary syndrome on women of reproductive age and reports no new experimental results.
January 2017 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” The congress showed that psychological therapy can help skin condition patients, social media affects acne stigma, education improves atopic dermatitis, and patient satisfaction in dermatology is high, especially with good doctor engagement.
49 citations
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November 1992 in “Archives of dermatology” This article discusses the emotional and psychological impact of severe alopecia areata on patients, emphasizing feelings of loss, vulnerability, and self-identity changes, and reports no new results.
349 citations
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January 2005 in “The FASEB journal” This review discusses the cutaneous serotoninergic/melatoninergic system's potential role in skin function and resilience against environmental and internal stresses, but does not report new experimental findings.
July 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This review highlights novel drug delivery systems for alopecia that enhance localization in the pilosebaceous unit, reduce systemic exposure, and support sustained drug release, with a focus on optimized follicular carriers ranging from 100-300 nm for improved drug residence compared to conventional methods.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” This review addresses the historical and cultural perceptions of epilepsy and stresses the importance of understanding its diagnosis and management to lessen its psychological and social impacts, especially given the stigma often associated with this condition.
This study observed that exposure to white phosphorus bombs in crowded areas like Lahore markets was associated with significant personal and emotional harm, including generalized weakness, psychological trauma, and physical injuries such as ear drum rupture.
December 2025 in “Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation” This study assessed the impact of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome on married women's quality of life, finding significant negative effects on psychological well-being, fertility-related concerns, and body image, underscoring the need for comprehensive and culturally sensitive interventions.
November 2025 in “Journal of Laboratory Medicine” This study found that cortisol levels, a biomarker of chronic stress, significantly increased in the post-COVID-19 lockdown period compared to pre-lockdown and during-lockdown periods, especially among females and young adults, reflecting sustained psychological stress from the pandemic.
2 citations
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July 2024 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação” This study found that alopecia areata presents diverse hair loss patterns and a range of treatment options, though no treatment was universally effective, and significantly impacts patients' psychological well-being.
28 citations
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August 2009 in “Nursing for Women's Health” This review highlights that while healthcare providers are starting to diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome earlier in teens, the psychological and social needs often remain inadequately addressed.
1 citations
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May 2018 in “Psychology, Health & Medicine” In this study, researchers found that the original four-factor model of causal illness attributions in the IPQ-R did not fit a Chinese sample, and instead identified a two-factor model focusing on psychological attributions and risk factors.
July 2026 in “Quality in Sport” This narrative review highlights that endurance, skill-oriented athletes, and physique-oriented competitors such as bodybuilders face accelerated degradation of fillers and botulinum neurotoxin due to elevated basal metabolic rates and other factors, and raised concerns about psychological conditions like body dysmorphic disorder in these populations.
March 2024 in “Deleted Journal” This study highlights the need for long-term monitoring of bariatric surgery patients due to postoperative complications like hair loss and vitamin deficiencies, despite improvements in psychological and physical symptoms.
January 2023 in “Brazilian Journals Editora eBooks” Passiflora incarnata may help with anxiety but has risks and drug interactions.
There's a genetic link between Fragile X Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
6.7% of urine cultures showed hospital-acquired urinary tract infections.
Children used screens more during COVID-19, causing various health complaints.
Autism Spectrum Disorder is often underdiagnosed in females.
Dissociative disorders in childhood sexual abuse victims are more common in males.
Most pregnant teenagers are not dissatisfied with their body image but worry about weight.
Diagnosing tuberculosis after knee surgery is challenging due to non-specific symptoms.
Post-COVID-19 syndrome is more common in older, severely affected patients.
Psychiatrists should be part of pain management teams due to the psychological aspects of pain.
January 2024 in “Polski Merkuriusz Lekarski” This retrospective cross-section study found that in a cohort of Pica patients in Iraq, 92.4% were female, and many had low levels of ferritin, hemoglobin, and vitamin D, which may contribute to the disorder by causing psychological issues.
March 2026 in “Health Psychology Report” In this study, individuals with alopecia and psoriasis reported higher body shame and depressive symptoms and lower self-compassion compared to the general population, with self-compassion mediating the relationship between external shame and anxiety and depression symptoms.
138 citations
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses the relationship between perceived stress and hair loss or graying, exploring hair follicles as a model system but reports no new clinical results.
11 citations
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January 2015 in “Modern Chemistry & Applications” This study found hirsutism negatively affects quality of life and psychological wellbeing in women, suggesting effective medical treatment alongside psychotherapy might better address these issues than psychotherapy alone.
July 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported significantly higher levels of psychological symptoms, such as depression and anxiety, compared to healthy controls, with higher stress and lower self-efficacy linked to increased symptom severity.