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research Can you pull it off? Appearance modifying behaviours adopted by wig users with alopecia in social interactions
Wig users with alopecia do a lot of emotional and practical work to make their wigs look natural and manage how others see them.
research Histocompatibility and Long-Term Results of the Follicular Unit-Like Wigs after Xenogeneic Hair Transplantation: An Experimental Study in Rabbits
The wigs made from human hair and polypropylene were mostly well-tolerated and durable in rabbits, suggesting they could be a new option for people with extensive hair loss.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia and the impact of wig prosthesis on patient quality of life: a case report with medical insurance appeal letter
Wearing a high-quality wig improved a woman's mood and life quality, and the authors suggest insurance should cover the cost of wigs.
research Be damned or be beautiful—The history of alopecia and wigs
Wigs are still a popular solution for hair loss to maintain a youthful look.
research Histocompatibility of improved follicular unit-like wigs for hair transplantation
Improved wigs showed good compatibility and no adverse reactions after transplantation.
research Effect of wigs on perceived quality of life level in androgenetic alopecia patients
Wigs greatly improve life quality for hair loss patients.
research Wigs and Alopecia Areata: Psychosocial Impact and Economic Considerations
Wigs help improve self-esteem and quality of life for people with hair loss from alopecia areata.
research The case of the felted wig
The hairpiece matted due to weathered hair after shampooing.
research Effect of camouflaging agents on psychologic well-being: A cross-sectional survey of hair loss patients
Camouflaging agents like hair fibers and wigs significantly improve appearance and self-esteem for most hair loss patients.
research BH13 Current wig prescribing practices and financial evaluation in a National Health Service foundation trust: lessons learnt and future challenges
NHS wig provision needs improvement for fair access and better support for alopecia patients.
research Wig Making and Styling: A Complete Guide for Theatre & Film
The guide teaches wig-making and styling for theater and film.
research Patterns of insurance coverage for wigs in patients with alopecia areata: a cross-sectional survey
Patients with alopecia areata face high costs for wigs due to poor insurance coverage.
research BH10 Unequal National Health Service wig provision: toupée or no toupée, that is the question?
There are unequal access to wigs for alopecia patients in the UK, needing policy changes for fairness.
research Psychosocial impact of wigs or hairpieces on perceived quality of life level in female patients with alopecia areata
Wearing wigs or hairpieces improves self-esteem, adaptability, and competence in women with alopecia areata.
research Follicular Lichen Planus Caused by Wig Use: An Unusual Case of Koebner Phenomenon
Wearing a wig caused a woman's skin condition to worsen due to pressure from the wig's fasteners.
research Synthetic Hair Fiber Implantation: Fishing Lines on the Head
research Allergic contact dermatitis to superglue
A man got an allergic skin reaction from using superglue on a wig.
research Expanding Wig Coverage under Medicare: Improving Access for Patients with Alopecia.
research Evaluation of the CNC® prosthetic system in recurrent breast cancer patients with chemotherapy-induced alopecia: a pilot study
The CNC® prosthetic system improved body image in breast cancer patients with hair loss from chemotherapy but did not significantly change their psychological wellbeing.
research A mixed methods survey of social anxiety, anxiety, depression and wig use in alopecia
Many people with alopecia experience high levels of social anxiety, anxiety, and depression, and while wigs can boost confidence, they may also cause anxiety.
research Improving Awareness and Utilization of Pediatric Wig Resources Through Provider and Family Education at Children’s Hospital of Orange County
The initiative aims to increase awareness and use of free pediatric wig programs by 50% in 3 months.
research Donor Hair Selection Methodology for A Natural Result in Capsule Extensions
The InvisiCaps Method ensures natural-looking hair extensions by carefully matching donor hair characteristics.
research LB948 AI-based customization in hair loss treatment: A 6-month clinical trial with transepidermal water loss and scanning electron microscopy analysis
research 若年がんサバイバーが求める脱毛に関する情報ニーズ
Young cancer survivors need better information on wigs and hair regrowth.
research Modern artificial hair implantation: a pilot study of 10 patients
Artificial hair implantation is generally safe and can restore hair when other treatments fail, but some patients may experience side effects.
research 14 Cosmetic Cover-ups and Hairpieces
research Allergic contact dermatitis from dyes in wigs following diphencyprone treatment
Avoiding dyed wigs and clothing improved severe allergic reactions in a woman treated with diphencyprone.