1 citations
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October 2025 in “Colorectal Disease” In this study, cancer patients aged 30 to 50 reported experiencing diagnostic delays, coping through self-advocacy, and facing stigma-related challenges such as alopecia. The authors concluded that improved physician awareness, tailored screening, and addressing stigma are essential for enhancing care for early-onset colorectal cancer patients.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This summary from the source provides an overview of the Soulflower brand, noting their focus on natural, cruelty-free, and handcrafted beauty products using plant-based ingredients, and highlights the availability of a promo code HPK50 for discounts, encouraging a shift towards cleaner self-care routines without chemicals.
July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that carefully engineered hydrogels and asymmetric morphogen gradients facilitated the formation of anatomically relevant skin organoids from iPSC-derived EBs, improving pigmentation and hair follicle generation.
59 citations
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January 2001 in “Dermatology” This article discusses the role of dermatologists in advising patients on hair cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, highlighting the development of cosmeceuticals and the need for accurate information on health hazards associated with hair care products, but reports no new results.
13 citations
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October 2004 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” This article reviews various self-aggressive hair disorders such as trichotillomania and emphasizes the psychiatric aspects of these conditions, but reports no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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January 1985 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The document recommends careful planning and techniques for successful punch hair grafting in hair restoration.
April 2024 in “Journal of burn care & research” This study found that most patients with burn scar alopecia chose to pursue multiple surgical treatments regardless of total body surface area affected or gender, highlighting the importance of personalized aesthetic goals in post-burn care.
This study found that spearmint tea reduced testosterone levels and improved self-reported hirsutism in women with PCOS, but did not significantly change objective hirsutism scores during the 30-day trial.
2 citations
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July 2025 in “Advances in Therapy” In this study, patients with more severe self-reported hair loss and emotional or social limitations experienced lower quality of life and greater work productivity impairment, with even moderate hair loss causing significant well-being and daily activity impacts.
February 2024 in “Indian Journal of Postgraduate Dermatology” Senior residency helps dermatology graduates develop skills and plan their careers.
October 2018 in “Oncology Times” This commentary discusses the cultural and biological significance of hair, intertwined with humorous and poignant anecdotes from cancer care, and reports no new research findings.
1 citations
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June 2022 in “Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health” This study observed that patients with paediatric-onset chronic hepatobiliary disease face a substantial health-care burden, highlighting challenges in transitioning this diverse group to adult care services.
September 2013 in “Science” The document concludes that human astrocytes aid stroke recovery, research confidence affects student career aspirations, collagen affects cancer spread, a microRNA suppresses brain cancer growth, calmodulin regulates water channels, and small magnesium pieces deform differently.
39 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This review found that alopecia areata significantly impairs quality of life, particularly through embarrassment and self-consciousness, in children and adolescents.
24 citations
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November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This article discusses using cosmetic hair products alongside medical treatments for hair conditions to enhance patient self-esteem and quality of life, without reporting new clinical results.
16 citations
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October 2024 in “Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health” This systematic review highlighted significant psychosocial impacts of alopecia areata in children and adolescents, noting challenges such as reduced self-esteem, emotional distress, and social difficulties. The review underscored the need for further research to understand these effects comprehensively and guide clinical support.
4 citations
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February 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study observed that hair characteristics significantly impact daily life, self-image, and well-being, varying by gender, ethnicity, and country, suggesting a need for interventions to address these psychological and social effects.
August 2025 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This essay illustrates how individual patient choices, alongside advancing treatments, significantly influence alopecia areata management, underscoring the profound effect on patients' quality of life and self-identity.
September 2004 in “Dépôt institutionnel de l'Université libre de Bruxelles (Université Libre de Bruxelles)” This review explores the psychological impact of chronic hair diseases, highlighting that the effects on self-confidence and quality of life are influenced by individual coping skills and personality traits, and notes the psychiatric comorbidities associated with conditions like alopecia.
September 2013 in “Science” Human stem cells can aid stroke recovery, research experiences boost students' career aspirations, minoxidil may reduce cancer spread, a molecule can slow tumor growth, a protein affects water flow in cells, magnesium behaves differently at tiny scales, and a new method detects slow-moving objects.
12 citations
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October 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This European study found that while many people consult dermatologists for mole control and skin cancer screening, others with conditions like acne, alopecia, and fungal infections often choose not to seek medical advice, opting for self-management instead.
7 citations
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August 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” This review reports that low-dose oral minoxidil can cause hypertrichosis due to increased systemic absorption, and highlights the importance of patient-centered care to manage the psychosocial impacts of this side effect effectively.
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August 2024 in “Applied Sciences” In this study, researchers developed a machine learning model that accurately diagnosed scalp conditions like fine dandruff and perifollicular erythema with 75% and 82% accuracy, respectively, and created a user-friendly web platform for scalp health self-assessment, which achieved high user satisfaction.
June 2026 in “npj Digital Medicine” This systematic review found that digital health interventions may improve quality of life for dermatology patients, especially through telemedicine, which often matched or exceeded in-person care. However, the evidence is limited by study variability and short follow-up periods.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” This paper reviews plica polonica, a rare hair disorder linked historically to poor hygiene and now to severe self-neglect or medical conditions, and outlines various treatment and preventive strategies but reports no new findings.
In this case report, a 74-year-old woman with progressive alopecia unresponsive to minoxidil was diagnosed with Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome, illustrating the value of interdisciplinary collaboration in primary care for accurate diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.
January 2025 in “Updates in clinical dermatology” This study highlights that the skin can serve as a marker for systemic health during COVID-19 by showing symptoms like rashes and pigmentary changes, while also emphasizing dermatologists' key role in diagnosing COVID-induced and vaccine-related skin issues to enhance patient care and address vaccine hesitancy.
June 2023 in “Buletin de psihiatrie integrativă” This research highlights that alopecia, while not physically harmful, significantly impacts individuals' mental health due to its effects on self-image, and suggests a management strategy that includes psychological counseling alongside dermatological treatment to address these challenges.
July 2004 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This preliminary study explores the role of melancholic mania in anorexia nervosa, noting it may reinforce the condition's difficult-to-reverse pathology and is often accompanied by poor self-esteem and maternal fixation.
This study highlights that vitiligo, a pigmentary disorder affecting 0.52% of the global population, significantly impacts patients' self-image and quality of life, with many seeking cosmetic dermatology procedures for aesthetic improvement.