January 2024 in “JEADV clinical practice” Gender-affirming dermatology treatments generally improve mental well-being for transgender individuals, but more research is needed.
August 2024 in “Frontiers in Public Health” Alopecia Areata severely impacts mental health, causing anxiety and depression, affecting quality of life.
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October 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Many patients with Alopecia Areata in Korea experience anxiety, depression, and reduced quality of life, which are often unrelated to the severity of hair loss.
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September 2016 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” Finasteride can cause side effects, some lasting after treatment ends, and may lead to severe depression or suicidal thoughts.
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October 1993 in “Drug Safety” Oral retinoids can cause side effects ranging from mild to severe, including birth defects, and require careful monitoring and contraception.
COVID-19 patients with hair loss experienced more cognitive issues and these issues were linked to higher levels of depression, anxiety, and stress.
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November 2011 in “Health & Social Work” Lupus patients often face depression and anxiety due to physical changes, with education and insurance affecting their mental health.
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June 2020 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The new measure helps understand the personal and emotional impact of hair loss in alopecia areata patients.
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January 2015 Personality traits significantly affect the onset, progression, and psychological impact of alopecia areata.
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January 1991 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology” Hirsute women are more likely to experience psychological issues and should get counseling when seeking treatment.
March 2024 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Severe alopecia areata greatly impacts quality of life, mental health, and daily activities.
December 2023 in “EPRA international journal of multidisciplinary research” Alopecia areata causes sudden hair loss, has genetic links, and can be managed but not cured.
July 2020 in “Scholarly Journal of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences” The pandemic highlighted the need for accurate information, vaccine development, and adapting to new routines while managing stress and misinformation.
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October 2020 in “Clinical Psychopharmacology and Neuroscience” rTMS may help treat trichotillomania in some patients.
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September 2022 in “Preprints.org” Ethnic Indian women with PCOS face significant care gaps, needing better support and information.
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September 2017 in “The Journal for Nurse Practitioners” Most women with PCOS use positive coping strategies, but some with more psychological stress use negative ones.
December 2021 in “BMJ Open” Androgenetic alopecia in men aged 46 is not significantly linked to depression, anxiety, quality of life, self-esteem, or sexual symptoms.
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January 2009 in “PubMed” Finasteride treatment can decrease certain steroids and increase others, possibly leading to depression symptoms in some cases.
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April 2004 in “Thyroid” Thyroid problems can negatively affect women's reproductive health and pregnancy, and can cause symptoms like fatigue and depression, but not all women with these symptoms need treatment.
Mohamed Kandil suggests renaming Polycystic Ovary Syndrome to "Polyfollicular Anovulatory Androgenic Syndrome" to better describe its symptoms, but concerns exist that it may not cover all related issues like obesity and depression.
January 2020 in “Journal of quality in health care & economics” Most women with depression in the study had low vitamin D levels.
October 2025 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Surgery improved symptoms and normalized hormone levels in a woman with an adrenal tumor.
September 2022 in “Research, Society and Development” Long-lasting symptoms like fatigue and breathlessness can persist after COVID-19, requiring ongoing medical follow-up.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Testosterone therapy improved symptoms in a woman with congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
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November 2022 in “International journal of environmental research and public health/International journal of environmental research and public health” Ethnic Indian women with PCOS often have early symptoms, delayed diagnosis, and need better information and support for treatment and lifestyle management.
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January 2022 in “Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum” Aesthetic surgery can worsen depression and anxiety, especially in those with existing mood issues.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” Exercise helps improve symptoms and mental health in women with PCOS.
October 2021 in “Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council” Cyproterone acetate improves skin symptoms and quality of life in women with androgen-related issues.
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April 2020 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Phenylalanine may help with depression but can cause issues if not properly processed.
June 2024 in “Biological and Clinical Sciences Research Journal” Thyroid dysfunction worsens symptoms in women with PCOS, so regular thyroid checks are important.