research Hair Loss in Women: Causes and Treatments
About 40% of women by age 60 experience significant hair loss, often due to androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like minoxidil available and hope for future cures.
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research Disease Burden, Clinical Management, and Unmet Treatment Need of Patients With Moderate to Severe Alopecia Areata: Consensus Statements, Insights, and Practices From CERTAAE Delphi Panel
Alopecia Areata significantly lowers quality of life and current treatments are inadequate, highlighting a need for better therapies and standardized treatment protocols.
research Sexual Problems of Men With Androgenic Alopecia Treated With 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Men using hair loss drugs like finasteride may experience sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but it's unclear who will be affected and when. Treating depression and sexual symptoms is suggested, as these men often have higher rates of both. More research is needed to understand why these side effects occur.
research Gene Variant in Amish a Clue to Better Aging
A genetic mutation linked to longer life and less disease was found in the Amish, and a drug is being developed to replicate these benefits.
research Acne, Androgenetic Alopecia, and Atopic Dermatitis in Transgender Patients on Hormone Therapy: A Retrospective Comparative Cohort Study
Transgender patients on hormone therapy experience more acne and hair loss, but less skin inflammation.
research Chemotherapy in Gynecologic Malignancy
Chemotherapy provides symptom relief and extends life in 30-50% of gynecological cancer cases, but has only cured choriocarcinoma.
research Acne Keloidalis Nuchae: Prevalence, Impact, and Management Challenges
Acne keloidalis nuchae is a tough-to-treat condition that greatly affects quality of life, especially in men of African descent.
research Key Targets of Hormonal Treatment of Prostate Cancer: The Androgen Receptor and 5α-Reductase
Blocking DHT production more strongly may help control advanced prostate cancer and improve quality of life.
research Change of the Diagnostic Distribution in Applicants to Dermatology After COVID-19 Pandemic: What It Whispers to Us?
The COVID-19 pandemic led to fewer dermatology visits and changed the types of skin conditions patients experienced.
research Liver Transplantation for Propionic Acidemia in Children
Liver transplantation is a viable option for children with propionic acidemia, improving quality of life and diet, but does not remove all risks and long-term brain outcomes are uncertain.
research Advances in the Management of Cutaneous Toxicities of Targeted Therapies
Targeted cancer therapies often cause skin problems that need careful management to improve patient quality of life and treatment success.
research Management of the Psychological Comorbidities of Dermatological Conditions: Practitioners' Guidelines
Dermatologists should screen for and manage psychological issues in patients with skin conditions to improve their quality of life.
research Development of the Alopecia Areata Patient Priority Outcomes Instrument: A Qualitative Study
Researchers created a new tool to measure the effects of alopecia areata from the patient's view, focusing on hair loss, daily life, and emotional health.
research Evaluating the Satisfaction of Patients Undergoing Hair Transplantation Surgery Using the FACE-Q Scales
Patients felt happier with their looks and younger after hair transplant surgery, but their well-being and social life didn't change much.
research Unveiling the Nuances of Adult Female Acne: A Comprehensive Exploration of Epidemiology, Treatment Modalities, Dermocosmetics, and the Menopausal Influence
Adult female acne is a complex condition that can worsen with menopause, requiring holistic treatment and tailored skincare at different life stages.
research Use of Pegvaliase in the Management of Phenylketonuria: Case Series of Early Experience in US Clinics
Pegvaliase effectively reduces blood phenylalanine levels in most PKU patients, but requires personalized plans and good communication to manage side effects.
research Female Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update on Diagnosis and Management
FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: What Impact Does It Have on the Quality of Life?
Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) greatly lowers quality of life, causing stress and low self-esteem, with those seeking treatment experiencing more impairment.
research Quality of Life Assessment in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia significantly harms quality of life, affecting emotions and relationships.
research Quality of Life and Willingness-to-Pay in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia significantly affects quality of life, especially for women, who are more willing to pay for treatment.
research Assessment of Optimism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Case Control Study
Women with PCOS tend to be less optimistic than those without it.
research Patient Satisfaction and Quality of Life Among Adult Women with Androgenetic Alopecia Using 5% Topical Minoxidil
Most women with hair loss using 5% topical Minoxidil are satisfied with the treatment, but hair loss still affects their daily habits and social life.
research Tamoxifen-Induced Total Alopecia
Tamoxifen can cause total hair loss but its benefits outweigh this side effect.
research Association of Hair Loss With Health Utility Measurements Before and After Hair Transplant Surgery in Men and Women
Hair loss greatly lowers perceived health in both genders, and hair transplant surgery notably improves this.
research The Murine Hair Follicle Is a Melatonin Target
Melatonin directly affects mouse hair follicles and may influence hair growth.
research Development of the First Health-Related Quality of Life Questionnaires in Arabic for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Creation and Reliability Analysis of PCOSQoL-47 and PCOSQoL-42
Two new reliable Arabic questionnaires for measuring quality of life in women with PCOS were created, one for married and one for unmarried women.
research The Progress in Bioprinting and Its Potential Impact on Health-Related Quality of Life
Bioprinting could greatly improve health outcomes but faces challenges like material choice and ensuring long-term survival of printed tissues.
research Hair Loss Diagnosis and Treatment Knowledge-Based System
Hair loss causes emotional distress, leading to high spending on treatments, with Minoxidil and Propecia being common but having side effects.
research The Feminism and Psychology Undergraduate Prize 1999: Prizewinning Entry
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.
research Establishing an Academic Laboratory: Mentoring as a Business Model
Valentina Greco emphasizes the importance of combining business management with mentoring to run a successful academic lab.