21 citations
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June 2009 in “Current Medical Research and Opinion” In this study, men seeking treatment for male pattern hair loss were highly concerned about their condition and had often attempted self-treatment, but many were dissatisfied with their physician consultations due to unmet expectations and perceived indifference from doctors.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia had higher symptom-related quality of life impairment than those with alopecia areata, with specific influences from age, disease duration, and severity.
10 citations
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October 2000 in “PubMed” This review discusses the diagnosis and treatment of androgenetic alopecia, emphasizing the importance of realistic patient expectations due to the psychosocial impact of hair loss, and reports no new clinical results.
21 citations
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May 2021 in “Patient education and counseling” This study explored the challenges faced by both clinicians and women with polycystic ovary syndrome in managing the condition, highlighting issues with treatment options, misinformation, and differing expectations in care.
April 2022 in “Medicinus” This article discusses the challenges of treating androgenetic alopecia due to limited approved medications, potential side effects, and unmet expectations and reports no new clinical results.