research Psychological effects of androgenetic alopecia on women: Comparisons with balding men and with female control subjects
Hair loss affects women's mental health more than men's, causing anxiety, low self-esteem, and social insecurity.
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research Essential Oils and Their Single Compounds in Cosmetics—A Critical Review
Essential oils in cosmetics can offer benefits but may cause allergies and should be used carefully.
research Health-related quality of life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: A comparison with the general population using the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Questionnaire (PCOSQ) and the Short Form-36 (SF-36)
Women with PCOS have lower quality of life, especially in mental health and energy, and managing weight can help improve it.
research Long-term complications of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN): the spectrum of chronic problems in patients who survive an episode of SJS/TEN necessitates multidisciplinary follow-up
Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.
research Comorbidities in alopecia areata: A systematic review and meta-analysis
People with alopecia areata often have other health issues like skin diseases, metabolic syndrome, stomach infections, lupus, anemia, thyroid problems, mental health issues, vitamin D deficiency, and hearing and eye problems.
research Care of the transgender patient: the role of the gynecologist
Gynecologists should provide comprehensive care for transgender patients, including mental health evaluation, hormone therapy, and surgical options, while monitoring for side effects and ensuring patient safety.
research Adverse effects of common medications on male fertility
Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.
research The Dark Side of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors' Therapy: Sexual Dysfunction, High Gleason Grade Prostate Cancer and Depression
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause sexual problems, higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and depression.
research MENSTRUAL DISORDERS IN ADOLESCENTS
The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
research Quality of Life in Alopecia Areata: A Study of 60 Cases
Alopecia areata seriously lowers quality of life, especially affecting self-image, mental health, and social life.
research An observational retrospective evaluation of 79 young men with long-term adverse effects after use of finasteride against androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride caused long-term sexual and non-sexual side effects in young men with hair loss.
research How to distinguish medicalization from over-medicalization?
The article suggests using four questions to tell apart necessary medicalization from excessive medicalization, focusing on problem significance, social expectations, medical understanding, and effective resolution.
research A Review of the FAERS Data on 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: Implications for Postfinasteride Syndrome
The review suggests younger men taking 1 mg finasteride report more side effects, including sexual, skin, metabolic, and psychological issues.
research Hair Loss: Common Causes and Treatment.
The document concludes that hair loss has many causes and treatments vary, including medication for pattern baldness and addressing underlying issues for other types.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Long-Term Health Consequences
Women with PCOS have a higher risk of diabetes, heart problems, certain cancers, and mental health issues, but early treatment can help manage these risks.
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 Patient-Perceived Importance of Negative Effects of Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Hair loss greatly affects women's mental health and appearance satisfaction.
research Post-finasteride syndrome: a surmountable challenge for clinicians
Finasteride can cause serious side effects in some men, needing more research for treatment.
research Eyebrow Loss
Eyebrow loss has many causes and requires accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
research Male hormonal contraception: looking back and moving forward
New male hormonal contraceptives show promise but need more research on long-term effects and funding for larger trials.
research Finasteride adverse effects in subjects with androgenic alopecia: A possible therapeutic approach according to the lateralization process of the brain
Finasteride may cause mental and sexual side effects, with hand preference and sexual orientation possibly affecting severity.
research Psychotrichology: psychosomatic aspects of hair diseases
Hair diseases can have psychological effects and should be treated with a combination of psychosomatic care, therapy, and medication.
research Psychosomatic aspects of alopecia areata
The conclusion is that understanding and addressing the psychological effects of alopecia areata is important for effective treatment.
research All-Cause and Cause-Specific Mortality Risks Associated With Alopecia Areata
People with alopecia areata have similar overall death rates as others but higher risks of death from self-harm, psychiatric issues, and lung cancer in certain cases.
research Health-related quality of life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome attending to a tertiary hospital in Southeastern Spain: a case-control study
Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have a lower health-related quality of life, especially those with an anovulatory phenotype, and may need specific interventions to improve it.
research Compared to Controls, Individuals with Lichen Planopilaris Have More Depression, a Lower Self-Esteem, and a Lower Quality of Life
People with Lichen Planopilaris tend to be more depressed, have lower self-esteem, and a worse quality of life.
research Quality of life in South African Black women with alopecia: a pilot study
Alopecia greatly lowers the quality of life for South African Black women, especially affecting their self-image and social interactions.
research Managing polycystic ovary syndrome in primary care
Primary care for PCOS focuses on lifestyle changes, medication based on symptoms, and mental health, with diabetes screening and specialist referral for severe cases.
research Factors influencing hydrocortisone permeation into human hair follicles: Use of the skin sandwich system
Different factors like pH, gel type, and chemical enhancers affect how well hydrocortisone gets into hair follicles, and less hydrated skin doesn't work well with the test method.
research Gender Surgery Beyond Chest and Genitals: Current Insurance Landscape
Most insurance companies do not cover extra gender-affirming surgeries, with coverage being low and inconsistent.