10 citations
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March 2018 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” This study observed that androgenetic alopecia had a more significant negative impact on psychological parameters in females than males, with some differences in psychosexual outcomes based on clinical stages.
9 citations
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November 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This study found that a majority of dermatologists in Saudi Arabia believe in using vitamins and minerals to treat hair loss but emphasized the need for more research to confirm their effectiveness.
5 citations
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April 2021 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” This study concluded that among men with normal testosterone levels, a small increase in serum dihydrotestosterone may reduce symptoms of hypogonadism, suggesting its potential diagnostic use after ruling out hypogonadism.
5 citations
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June 2020 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” The study observed that women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia experience more impaired sexual functions and are more often homosexually or bisexually oriented than those with polycystic ovary syndrome.
5 citations
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August 2018 in “Neurology and Therapy” In this observational study, most patients with multiple sclerosis on teriflunomide who experienced hair thinning reported it as mild or moderate and largely recovered while continuing treatment.
4 citations
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January 2024 in “Scientific Reports” In this study, researchers examined chronic hepatitis B patients and found that those undergoing interferon therapy reported higher quality of life than those on non-antiviral or nucleoside/nucleotide analogue treatments, despite potential side effects.
4 citations
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March 2023 in “Journal Of Social Research” In this study, customer engagement behavior was positively influenced by both green perceived value and altruistic value, which in turn enhanced brand loyalty and customer advocacy for bottled water brands Aqua and Le Minerale.
4 citations
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November 2017 in “Cancer Causes & Control” This study found that men with androgenetic alopecia at age 20 years may have a higher risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer, particularly advanced stage disease.
3 citations
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May 2025 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” In this study, researchers reported that women with polycystic ovary syndrome in a German-speaking population had higher probabilities of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and obstructive sleep apnea, all associated with BMI and insulin resistance.
3 citations
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January 2025 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” This study found that 81% of young Polish adults engage with dermatology-related content on social media, primarily focusing on skincare and skin diseases. Nearly half were motivated to see a dermatologist, with a 56% match between the diagnoses from healthcare professionals and social media users.
This study reported that autologous platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improved stress urinary incontinence symptoms in women without affecting sexual function, suggesting it as a promising minimally invasive treatment option.
3 citations
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February 2016 in “Nature Biotechnology” New drug shows promise for better hair growth in baldness treatment.
3 citations
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July 2015 in “Dermatologica Sinica” This study found that dermoscopy is increasingly accepted among Taiwanese dermatologists, with its use more common among women, younger practitioners, and those with dermoscopy training.
2 citations
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December 2021 in “World journal of dentistry” In this study, Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil's antimicrobial properties showed effectiveness against Candida albicans and Streptococcus in an in vitro biofilm model, and its lauric acid content may reduce plaque adhesion and support oral health.
1 citations
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September 2020 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This article discusses the underutilization of spironolactone in dermatology for conditions like acne, highlighting its potential benefits and good safety profile, but reports no new clinical findings.
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.
March 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” In this study, researchers found that patients with severe alopecia areata often experience reduced health-related quality of life, with significant levels of anxiety and depression, and these mental health impacts may correlate with the severity of their condition.
August 2025 in “Tobacco Induced Diseases” This study reported that active smokers, including e-cigarette and hookah users, had worse skin quality with more wrinkles and pigmentation compared to ex-smokers and non-smokers, suggesting smoking negatively impacts skin health and may motivate cessation efforts.
In this study, undergraduate students were surveyed about hair loss, finding a 39.2% prevalence, mostly mild, with significant risk factors including female gender, family history, scalp conditions, sleep disorders, and depression.
August 2024 in “Journal of Home Economics Research” This source reports that among female youths in Umunneochi, common hair care products like serums, sprays, and lotions fall below average usage, and it concludes that consulting dermatologists and avoiding counterfeit products could prevent hair damage.
September 2022 in “Journal of Contemporary medical practice” This study found that among women with polycystic ovarian disease, 72% experienced infertility, indicating a correlation between PCOD and difficulties in conceiving.
April 2022 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” This study found a correlation between polycystic ovarian disease and infertility among women, with 72% of participants experiencing difficulty conceiving.
April 2020 in “Rheumatology” This study found significant but small variations in glucocorticoid adherence among patients with giant cell arteritis, mainly due to medical advice rather than patient factors.
October 2019 in “International journal of contemporary medical research” This study observed that skin diseases had a small to moderate impact on patients' quality of life at a primary healthcare setting, suggesting the need for better training and medication availability for healthcare professionals.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study is the first to examine adherence to topical minoxidil among alopecia patients, identifying factors such as age, sex, and educational level associated with adherence levels.
May 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study validated a Spanish version of the Hair Specific Skindex 29 scale for assessing quality of life in women with female androgenetic alopecia, showing similar psychometric properties to the original.
October 2010 in “Journal of Men's Health” Some patients may experience lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects from 5α-reductase inhibitor therapy.
October 2010 in “Journal of Men's Health” Larger prostate size in older men may be linked to poorer semen quality and fertility issues.
September 2009 in “European journal of paediatric neurology” Biotin supplements did not significantly reduce hair loss in rats on valproic acid.
September 1997 in “BioMed Research International” This review discusses the current understanding of the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis of female pattern hair loss and reports no new research results.