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April 2025 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Nanocrystals improve alopecia areata treatment by better targeting hair follicles.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Homeopathic treatment helped a woman regrow hair and feel better after hair loss.
November 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Hair loss can significantly impact a person's mental health, causing issues like anxiety and depression, and stress can trigger hair loss.
103 citations
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December 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Chemotherapy often causes temporary hair loss, which is distressing and needs better treatment and support.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss in women causes emotional distress and low self-esteem, but supportive interventions can help.
August 2025 in “Journal of the Korean Society of Cosmetology” Hair loss stress increases interest in appearance and buying scalp care products.
989 citations
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August 2007 in “The Lancet” PCOS is a complex condition with major health impacts, needing more research for better diagnosis and treatment.
160 citations
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March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” New insights show Lichen Planopilaris is a rare, scarring hair loss condition, hard to treat, mainly affecting middle-aged women, and significantly impacts mental health.
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December 2020 in “Photodermatology Photoimmunology & Photomedicine” Photobiomodulation can improve hair density and thickness, but it's costly and needs more research.
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February 2022 in “Journal of Pain and Symptom Management” HIV symptoms often occur together and cause similar distress.
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Treating hair loss requires a comprehensive approach that addresses both physical and emotional aspects, with a focus on diagnosis, patient education, and good communication.
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August 2025 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” Lipid-polymer hybrid nanoparticles show promise for skin treatments but need better formulation strategies.
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August 2021 in “Revista Da Associacao Medica Brasileira” The COVID-19 pandemic has increased hair loss and psychological distress in women.
November 2025 in “Australian Journal of General Practice” Oral finasteride and topical minoxidil can regrow hair, but finasteride may affect fertility.
July 2025 in “BMC Public Health” Alopecia areata patients need better education to improve their disease management.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research” Ayurvedic treatment improved hair condition and density safely in a woman with hair loss.
July 2025 in “Journal of Case Reports and Scientific Images” Homeopathy can safely help regrow hair and improve well-being in alopecia areata.
July 2025 in “Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” The guideline emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach and informed consent for gender-affirming hormone treatment, with regular follow-ups and individualized care.
July 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” Ayurvedic treatment significantly improved hair regrowth in a child with Alopecia Universalis.
Understanding both skin and mental health aspects of alopecia areata is crucial for better patient care.
August 2024 in “International Journal of Nursing Studies Advances” Following hair transplant surgery, proper self-care is crucial for successful recovery and hair growth.
March 2024 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Severe alopecia areata greatly impacts quality of life, mental health, and daily activities.
Psychological factors significantly impact alopecia areata.
October 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Hair loss due to scarring can be treated by reducing inflammation, removing scar tissue, and transplanting hair. The Follicular Unit Extraction technique is effective but requires skill and time. Future focus should be on scar-less healing methods.
July 2021 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” Homeopathic treatment can help manage alopecia areata in children.
February 2020 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Further research is needed to understand Garcinia cambogia's benefits for weight management and PCOS.
January 2023 in “Frontiers research topics” Skin conditions can cause significant psychological distress, so addressing mental health is crucial for improving quality of life.
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December 2008 in “Endocrine Reviews” Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
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June 1999 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
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April 2017 in “BMJ open” Many people with alopecia experience high levels of social anxiety, anxiety, and depression, and while wigs can boost confidence, they may also cause anxiety.