research Initial Office Evaluation of Hair Loss in Adult Women
Up to half of adult women may experience hair loss, and doctors should use medical history, exams, and tests to find the cause and treat it.
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research Ductal breast cancer in a male patient
An 86-year-old man with prostate cancer was diagnosed with a rare, low-grade breast cancer and underwent surgery but declined additional hormone therapy.
research Research Highlights
Hair loss significantly affects quality of life, wet combing is better than visual inspection for finding head lice, many with oral lichen planus have allergies, and wet wraps with steroids quickly improve itchy skin conditions.
research Book Reviews
Maintaining anticoagulation is crucial for patients with antiphospholipid syndrome.
research ANNOUNCEMENTS
A woman with lupus had hair loss and skin issues that were successfully treated with medications.
research News in brief
A new protein linked to Alzheimer's was discovered, and a hair loss treatment showed effectiveness but had some sexual side effects.
research First reboxetine trial results reported
Finasteride increased hair count and regrowth in men with hair loss but also caused more sexual side effects than placebo.
research A case of systemic lupus erythematosus complicated with aortic regurgitation due to bacterial endocarditis
Dental procedures and immunosuppressants can lead to heart infections in lupus patients.
research A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation
A 37-year-old man with hair loss and skin issues was successfully treated with oral antibiotics, highlighting the need for early treatment. Long-term care includes low-dose antibiotics and avoiding caps and wigs.
research Finasteride drug safety alert
Finasteride may cause depression, suicidal thoughts, and sexual side effects.
research Rejection Sensitivity and Problematic Internet Use Among Medical Students: A Moderated Mediation Model Involving Loneliness and Self-Control
Rejection sensitivity can lead to more loneliness and problematic internet use, but self-control can help reduce this effect.
research THE MAGNITUDE OF SKIN DISEASE IN THE UNITED STATES
Skin diseases, especially psoriasis, greatly affect people's quality of life, similar to chronic diseases.
research Perceived Stigma and Mental Health Disorders Among Adults With Alopecia Areata Living in Japan
Alopecia areata significantly affects mental health and quality of life, with many feeling stigma and few receiving adequate treatment.
research The Diverse Experiences and Challenges of Individuals With Alopecia Areata: Survey Results From Finland
Alopecia areata greatly affects quality of life, with many experiencing mental health issues and lacking professional support.
research Psychosocial Distress and Quality of Life Among Patients With a Chronic Skin Disorder at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Eastern India: A Hospital-Based Case-Control Study
Patients with chronic skin disorders often experience depression, anxiety, and reduced quality of life and may benefit from psychiatric help.
research Shame and diabetes self-management
Feeling shame can make it harder for people with diabetes to take care of their health.
research Identifying emotional variations in Spanish oncology patients during treatment decision consultations: a qualitative study
Understanding patients' emotions can help oncologists improve communication and support during treatment decisions.
research Quality of life in patients with alopecia areata: a hospital‐based cross‐sectional study
Alopecia areata significantly lowers quality of life, especially in personal and social areas, and more so if the patient is also depressed.
research Assessing a measure for Quality of Life in patients with severe Alopecia Areata: a multicentric Italian study
Alopecia Areata severely impacts mental health, causing anxiety and depression, affecting quality of life.
research BH15 The burden of alopecia areata: examining baseline health-related quality of life and clinical assessment tools
Alopecia areata greatly affects quality of life, especially mental health, and newer assessment tools better capture this impact than older ones.
research The relationship between intimacy and subjective health in couples who undergo infertility treatment
Greater intimacy leads to better self-reported health in couples having infertility treatment.
research Effects of Nursing Intervention Based on Health Belief Model on Self‐Perceived Burden, Drug Compliance, and Quality of Life of Renal Transplant Recipients
HBM-based nursing intervention improved medication compliance, reduced negative emotions, and enhanced quality of life for renal transplant recipients.
research Effect of Mindfulness Based Intervention on Alopecia Distress, Body Image Changes and Health Related Quality of Life among Women with Breast Cancer
Mindfulness intervention greatly improves quality of life and reduces distress in women with breast cancer.
research Reconsidering the classification of vitiligo and alopecia as cosmetic concerns in Medicaid and Tricare policies
Vitiligo and alopecia should be covered by Medicaid and TRICARE as medical, not cosmetic, conditions.
research Cutaneous lupus concerns from the patient perspective: a qualitative study
Patients with cutaneous lupus are most concerned about self-consciousness, physical symptoms, and disease progression.
research Nutritional factors and hair loss
Low iron and L-lysine levels can cause hair loss in women, and increasing these nutrients can reduce hair shedding.
research Adverse Side Effects of 5α‐Reductase Inhibitors Therapy: Persistent Diminished Libido and Erectile Dysfunction and Depression in a Subset of Patients
Some patients taking finasteride or dutasteride may have ongoing sexual problems and depression even after stopping the medication.
research From causes of aging to death from COVID-19
Older age and related diseases increase COVID-19 risk, but anti-aging treatments might help.
research Physicochemical properties of pH-sensitive hydrogels based on hydroxyethyl cellulose–hyaluronic acid and for applications as transdermal delivery systems for skin lesions
The hydrogel with a 1:3 ratio of hydroxyethyl cellulose to hyaluronic acid is effective for delivering drugs through the skin to treat acne.
research Nocturnal eczema: Review of sleep and circadian rhythms in children with atopic dermatitis and future research directions
Children with atopic dermatitis often have sleep problems, affecting their growth and behavior.