March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Higher levels of certain nerve-related proteins are linked to hair loss in women with scalp pain.
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May 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Congenital atrichia with papular lesions is often misdiagnosed, and new diagnostic criteria can improve accuracy.
January 2026 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” Androgenetic alopecia patients often experience higher rates of depression and anxiety, suggesting mental health screening before finasteride treatment.
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April 2016 in “PubMed” Young men with mild hair loss who experience significant social and emotional distress are more likely to have sexual problems.
October 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders”
January 2013 in “Journal of dermatology” A new medical syndrome may include skin changes, hair loss, sweating issues, bone malformations, leg swelling, and low cortisol.
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January 2012 in “Juntendō Igaku/Juntendo igaku” A simple classification based on symptoms helps diagnose and treat inherited skin disorders in Japan.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Trichology” Matted hair should not be judged as a sign of mental instability; proper diagnosis and gentle care are key.
January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Different hair disorders have specific treatments and outcomes, with some resolving on their own and others requiring medication or emotional support.
October 2021 in “European Journal of Dermatology” CAL-PDT is safer and more effective for treating actinic keratosis on the scalp.
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January 2010 in “Case Reports in Medicine” Relapsing polychondritis might be linked to alopecia areata due to immune system factors.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Lichen planopilaris is a rare, chronic condition causing hair loss, mainly in middle-aged women, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent baldness.
January 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Perinevoid alopecia can be effectively treated with non-invasive corticosteroids.
September 2004 in “Dépôt institutionnel de l'Université libre de Bruxelles (Université Libre de Bruxelles)” Chronic hair diseases can severely impact mental health and self-confidence.
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January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” DCPA is a chronic skin condition affecting the legs, often misdiagnosed, and needs more research for better understanding and treatment.
Psychological factors significantly impact alopecia areata.
April 2026 in “Clinical Dermatology Review” Keratosis pilaris significantly affects quality of life and shows specific skin changes.
January 2016 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” A rare skin condition called Eruptive Vellus Hair Cyst can cause itchy papules on the face.
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June 2003 in “CRC Press eBooks” Stress can worsen some skin diseases like psoriasis and eczema.
January 2025 in “Journal of Case Reports and Scientific Images” Early recognition and treatment of scalp demodicosis can prevent misdiagnosis and effectively resolve symptoms.
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September 1997 in “Postgraduate medicine” Older women often have vulva issues due to less estrogen, which can be misdiagnosed and lead to wrong treatments.
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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November 2021 in “F1000Research” The COVID-19 pandemic led to more hair loss and skin irritation among Iraqi women, with some skin conditions increasing and others decreasing.
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September 2021 in “Dermatopathology” The conclusion is that Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp is a rare condition best treated with strong topical steroids and sometimes systemic treatment.
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June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The COVID-19 pandemic led to fewer dermatology visits and changed the types of skin conditions patients experienced.
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May 1979 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Topical steroids can manage chronic scalp pustules in elderly women.
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June 2021 in “Wounds-a Compendium of Clinical Research and Practice” Chronic scalp lesions with crusts and pus that heal with strong topical steroids suggest Erosive Pustular Dermatosis, confirmed by biopsy showing specific immune cells.
Understanding both skin and mental health aspects of alopecia areata is crucial for better patient care.
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June 2015 in “Dermatology Reports” Middle-aged women in Iran are most affected by primary cicatricial alopecia, especially discoid lupus erythematous.
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May 2016 in “Indian Journal of Pharmacology” Finasteride and dutasteride can cause severe, lasting side effects.