November 2024 in “The Medical Journal of Australia” Long COVID has severely affected a couple's health, finances, and social life.
2 citations,
September 2022 in “Cureus” Almost half of COVID-19 patients in Makkah, Saudi Arabia experienced increased hair loss, especially women and those with chronic diseases.
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Hair restoration greatly improved George's confidence and self-identity.
237 citations,
February 2016 in “Science Translational Medicine” The timing of when the gene Bmal1 is active affects aging and survival, with its absence during development, not adulthood, leading to premature aging.
69 citations,
February 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Some hair loss can be treated, especially in women due to nutrition, but some types remain untreatable.
16 citations,
August 2014 in “International Journal of Women's Health” The estradiol valerate/dienogest oral contraceptive helps with heavy periods, may improve acne and symptoms in PCOS, and doesn't affect sexual function.
July 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hair loss can indicate various health issues, including serious diseases, hormonal imbalances, and can significantly affect personal life and mental health.
2 citations,
September 2014 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Most HIV patients in the study showed skin and mucous membrane issues, with oral thrush being the most common.
November 2023 in “Martor” People still turn to witchcraft for help with modern problems despite technological advances.
November 2011 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Environmental, chemical, mechanical, and personal health factors can all damage hair and contribute to hair loss or changes in hair quality.
January 2021 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” Ageratum conyzoides L. extract may effectively and safely treat hair loss.
October 2024 in “Frontiers in Neurology” Interventional embolization is effective for treating scalp arteriovenous fistula but can cause complications like swelling and hair loss.
4 citations,
January 2022 in “Life” Tissue engineering could be a future solution for hair loss, but it's currently expensive, complex, and hard to apply in real-world treatments.
38 citations,
December 2011 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Skin diseases significantly lower the quality of life for patients in southern Brazil, especially for younger, single, and lower-income individuals.
32 citations,
January 2017 in “Patient Preference and Adherence” Alopecia affects patients' quality of life, with younger patients and longer-lasting hair loss experiencing greater impact.
40 citations,
November 2011 in “American Journal of Human Biology” Stress from being transgender is linked to higher blood pressure at night and more inflammation, which may affect heart health.
6 citations,
July 2022 in “Journal of health economics and outcomes research” Adolescents with severe alopecia incur significantly higher healthcare costs.
1 citations,
October 1984 in “Clinics in dermatology” People distressed by minor skin changes should consult dermatologists with cosmetic expertise, and a public Cosmetic Dermatology Service with mental health support is recommended.
June 2016 in “American Journal of Cardiology” Endovascular repair and open surgery for abdominal aortic aneurysms both result in a temporary decline in physical health, with no significant mental health difference, and a return to near normal health in 90 days.
117 citations,
August 2008 in “Sociology of Health and Illness” The conclusion is that the increasing use of drugs for lifestyle reasons is a complex issue influenced by corporate profit, consumer behavior, and the medicalization of everyday life, with potential negative effects on personal well-being.
35 citations,
November 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Severe COVID-19 may cause hair loss, and doctors recommend supplements and topical treatments to manage it.
2 citations,
April 2019 in “Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare” Collaborative care between physicians and pharmacists improved medication management for rheumatoid arthritis without raising costs.
February 2024 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The study aims to understand how mood, physical activity, light exposure, and seasonal changes affect sleep patterns.
February 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)” The Li-Pa/Ca and Do/Ca chemotherapy regimens for serous ovarian cancer showed better short-term and long-term results than the Pa/Ca regimen.
Human hair can almost fully recover its structure within about 1,000 minutes after being stretched.
2 citations,
July 2023 in “Life” COVID-19 can cause temporary hair loss, which is commonly reversible with treatment.
1 citations,
September 2017 in “Textual Practice” 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.
April 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Many women experience sexual dysfunction, but few seek help, and better treatment and medical training are needed.
2 citations,
September 2023 in “JMIR. Journal of medical internet research/Journal of medical internet research” Machine learning can predict symptoms and quality of life in chronic skin disease patients using smartphone app data, and shows that app use varies with patient characteristics.
October 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Many patients experienced hair loss after COVID-19, with women affected more, starting on average 49 days post-infection.