January 2005 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Finasteride may affect brain chemistry and behavior, offering potential for treating certain mental health conditions.
June 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Apoptosis may play a role in feather and hair development, SF-36 is better for mental health in skin patients, a psoriasis gene is found in Caucasians, eosinophils might not be crucial for some skin allergies, and changes in atopic dermatitis could increase skin sensitivity.
August 2001 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Prednisone has risks for lupus patients, isotretinoin is safe for mental health, transplant patients risk skin cancer, and various treatments are effective for specific skin conditions.
February 2026 in “Psychiatria” Stress and emotional suppression can cause hair loss, so addressing both mental and physical health is important.
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March 1991 in “American Journal of Psychiatry” Most adult chronic hair pullers are women who started in their early teens, often have other mental health issues, and may pull hair due to underlying psychiatric conditions.
January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Ritlecitinib is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata, showing significant hair regrowth and improved mental health.
October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Post-finasteride syndrome can cause lasting sexual, physical, and mental health issues with limited treatment options.
COVID-19 can cause long-term lung, skin, and mental health problems, especially in women, people with other health issues, and those who had severe COVID-19.
December 2021 in “Journal of oncology research reviews & reports” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can lead to diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and mental health problems.
June 2016 in “American Journal of Cardiology” Endovascular repair and open surgery for abdominal aortic aneurysms both result in a temporary decline in physical health, with no significant mental health difference, and a return to near normal health in 90 days.