research The psychosocial consequences of androgenetic alopecia: a review of the research literature
Hair loss affects self-esteem and quality of life; treatments can help.
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330-360 / 1000+ results research Quality of life in cutaneous lupus erythematosus
Patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus have a severely impaired quality of life, especially emotionally.
research Prevascularization of dermal substitutes with adipose tissue-derived microvascular fragments enhances early skin grafting
Using adipose tissue-derived fragments improves early skin graft success.
research Characteristics of Men Who Report Persistent Sexual Symptoms After Finasteride Use for Hair Loss
Finasteride for hair loss may cause persistent sexual symptoms, depression, anxiety, and lower quality of life.
research Quality of life in children and adolescents with alopecia areata—A systematic review
Alopecia areata significantly worsens quality of life in children, causing embarrassment and social issues.
research A Randomized, Controlled Pilot Trial Comparing Platelet-Rich Plasma to Topical Minoxidil Foam for Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia in Women
Both Platelet-Rich Plasma and Minoxidil foam increase hair count in women with hair loss, but Minoxidil is more effective. However, women were more satisfied with Platelet-Rich Plasma treatment.
research A 3-Month, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Ability of an Extra-Strength Marine Protein Supplement to Promote Hair Growth and Decrease Shedding in Women with Self-Perceived Thinning Hair
An extra-strength marine protein supplement helped increase hair growth and decrease hair shedding in women with thinning hair.
research Dermatological Illnesses of Immigrant Poultry-Processing Workers in North Carolina
All immigrant workers in the study had skin problems, with fungal nail infections, athlete's foot, and acne or folliculitis being most common, affecting their quality of life, yet they didn't seek medical help.
research A Systematic Review of 207 Studies Describing Validation Aspects of the Dermatology Life Quality Index
The Dermatology Life Quality Index is reliable and consistent but needs more diverse participant studies.
research Beyond health-related quality of life: initial psychometric validation of a new scale for addressing the gap in assessing the full range of alopecia areata psychosocial burden
The SAAD-41 scale effectively measures the psychosocial impact of alopecia areata.
research Measuring Patient Quality of Life Following Treatment for Alopecia
Alopecia treatments improve life quality but side effects can lessen this benefit; better use of quality of life measures is needed.
research Fat Transfer for the Management of Soft Tissue Trauma: The Do's and the Don'ts
Fat transfer can be effective for soft tissue trauma if the patient is chosen carefully and the procedure is done correctly.
research Refining hair restoration technique
In 2002, hair restoration improved by using a different area for grafts and absorbable sutures, leading to less discomfort and better results.
research Can resistance training improve the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome?
Resistance training might help with PCOS symptoms, but more research is needed.
research Awareness, Beliefs, and Psychological Impact of Patients with Alopecia Areata in Saudi Arabia: A Multi-Center Study
Patients with alopecia areata in Saudi Arabia understand the condition's seriousness but still face significant psychological challenges.
research Anxiety, depression, and quality of life in children and adults with alopecia areata: A systematic review and meta-analysis
People with alopecia areata are more likely to have anxiety and depression and a lower quality of life.
research Comparison on Quality Performance of Human Hair Types with Herbal Oils (Grape Seed/Safflower Seed/Rosehip) by Analysis Techniques
Grape seed oil improved hair quality the most, followed by rosehip and safflower seed oils, and reduced damage from shampoo.
research Automated Machine Learning Analysis of Patients With Chronic Skin Disease Using a Medical Smartphone App: Retrospective Study
Machine learning can predict symptoms and quality of life in chronic skin disease patients using smartphone app data, and shows that app use varies with patient characteristics.
research Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto) for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS): The Evidence for Efficacy and Safety of Lipidosterolic Extracts. Part I
Saw palmetto extract is generally safe and can effectively treat Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, but its evaluation is affected by varying quality and a need for long-term studies.
research Interpolated Melolabial Flaps: Reconstruction of Alar and Columellar Units
Using cheek skin and cartilage grafts for nose reconstruction after skin cancer surgery can maintain shape and function but may require multiple surgeries and hair removal in men.
research An Evaluation of Generic and Disease‐Specific Patient‐Reported Outcome Measures to Assess the Impact of Percentage of Scalp Hair Loss on Health‐Related Quality of Life in a European Population
Disease-specific tools better assess alopecia areata's impact on quality of life.
research Threading Through Time: Hair Sutures in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Hair sutures are effective, eco-friendly, and cost-efficient for surgery.
research Quality of Calcium Food Supplements: Evaluation Compared to Manufacturers’ Declarations
Some calcium supplements have more calcium than their labels say, and a few have less.
research Treatments for alopecia areata: a network meta-analysis
The analysis aims to identify the most effective and safest treatments for alopecia areata.
research Final Phase in the Validation of the Cross-Cultural Adaptation of the Hair-Specific Skindex-29 Questionnaire Into Spanish: Sensitivity to Change and Correlation With the 12-Item Short-Form Health Survey
The Spanish Hair-Specific Skindex-29 questionnaire effectively measures the quality of life impact of hair loss in Spanish-speaking women.
research Estudio dermatológico y psiquiátrico en pacientes con alopecia areata
Personality traits significantly affect the onset, progression, and psychological impact of alopecia areata.
research The Effect of Social Support on the Empowerment Status and Alopecia‐Related Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Patients: A Cross‐Sectional Structural Equation Modeling Study
Social support improves empowerment and quality of life for breast cancer patients with hair loss.
research Laporan Kasus: Efektivitas Teknik Akupunktur Plum Blossom Dan Elektroakupunktur Pada Telogen Effluvium Kronis
Plum blossom acupuncture and electroacupuncture improved hair growth and quality of life in a woman with chronic hair loss.
research Impact of male androgenetic alopecia on a Jordanian cohort measured using the Dermatology Life Quality Index
Androgenetic alopecia has a minor impact on the quality of life for Jordanian men.
research Quantitative and qualitative analysis of individual experiences post botulinum toxin injection ‐ United Kingdom Survey
Most UK survey participants had negative side effects from botulinum toxin injections, with many not fully recovering physically, emotionally, or financially.