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April 2017 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Dermatologists should screen for and manage psychological issues in patients with skin conditions to improve their quality of life.
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June 2015 in “Clinica Chimica Acta” Researchers found potential urine markers for polycystic ovary syndrome, including testosterone-glucuronide and 11α-hydroxyprogesterone, which may help diagnose the condition.
23 citations
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December 2006 in “Evaluation and Program Planning” The document suggests a new model for evaluating public research that better captures the full value of knowledge creation and use, using PCOS research as an example.
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March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair restoration surgery techniques have evolved, with focus on patient selection and realistic goals, and future advancements may include cloning and gene therapy.
22 citations
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March 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” DSC cell injections significantly improved hair density and diameter, showing potential as a hair loss treatment.
22 citations
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October 2017 in “Australian & New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology” Many young Australian women think they have PCOS, but only a few are diagnosed correctly, causing unnecessary worry.
22 citations
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September 2014 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Low-level laser therapy seems to help dogs with noninflammatory alopecia grow hair back.
22 citations
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November 1998 in “Archives of Dermatology” Alternative medicine lacks scientific support and relies on the placebo effect, but remains popular and integrated into German healthcare.
21 citations
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May 2021 in “Patient education and counseling” Managing PCOS is hard because it varies a lot, treatments are limited, and there's a lot of false information online.
21 citations
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November 2015 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” Greek women with PCOS have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and are more likely to be overweight compared to healthy controls.
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April 2010 in “Molecular Medicine Reports” Zinc supplementation may help improve treatment outcomes for chronic hepatitis C.
20 citations
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March 2022 in “The AMA Journal of Ethic” Educators and publishers should focus on teaching racism as the cause of health inequity and ensure fair use of race in materials.
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August 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology” The conclusion is that understanding and addressing the psychological effects of alopecia areata is important for effective treatment.
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September 2016 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Germany recognizes skin cancer from UV exposure as an occupational disease, emphasizing prevention and care for affected workers.
20 citations
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November 2013 in “The Open Cancer Journal” Hair loss from cancer treatment is very distressing for women due to its impact on self-image and social stigma.
20 citations
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January 2012 in “Journal of Steroids & Hormonal Science” The document concludes that there are still unknowns about the effectiveness, risks, and detection of performance-enhancing drugs, and doping remains a challenge.
19 citations
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October 2024 in “BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making” AI can improve early diagnosis and classification of PCOS, aiding in prevention of related health issues.
19 citations
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August 2020 in “Gastroenterology report” There is no standard treatment for the rare Cronkhite–Canada syndrome, which can be fatal and lead to cancer.
19 citations
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January 2013 in “Pediatrics in review” The document says menstruation is important for women's health, discusses menstrual disorders, and suggests personalized treatment options.
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July 2007 in “Dermatologic clinics” Tailor treatments for vitiligo to patient needs for best results.
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October 2020 in “PLoS ONE” Caregiver burden and patient health issues significantly affect emotional distress in both COPD patients and their caregivers.
18 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Combining cosmetic procedures with lifestyle changes improves antiaging results.
18 citations
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January 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Certain proteins and their receptors are more active during the growth phase of human hair and could be targeted to treat hair disorders.
18 citations
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June 1988 in “Culture, medicine and psychiatry” The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.
17 citations
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May 2013 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that careful surgical methods and choosing the right materials are key for successful scalp, skull, and frontal sinus reconstruction.
17 citations
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January 2009 in “Nippon Ishinkin Gakkai Zasshi” A 10-year-old boy recovered from a scalp infection caused by a fungus after treatment with itraconazole.
17 citations
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January 2007 in “Popular Communication” Makeover TV shows promote unrealistic beauty standards and suggest women's worth is based on looks.
16 citations
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January 2023 in “Cureus” PCOS in teens causes hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, and can lead to infertility and other health issues.
16 citations
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January 2019 in “Neuropsychobiology” People with Lichen Planopilaris tend to be more depressed, have lower self-esteem, and a worse quality of life.
16 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.