82 citations
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September 2011 in “Quality of Life Research” Choosing the right recall period for patient feedback is important for accurate data and depends on the disease, symptom changes, and patient impact.
October 2008 in “The Journal of Urology” Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade tumors and has side effects; biopsy methods have similar outcomes; psychosocial factors affect sexual recovery post-surgery.
12 citations
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January 2008 in “Drugs” Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
2 citations
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September 2023 in “JMIR. Journal of medical internet research/Journal of medical internet research” Machine learning can predict symptoms and quality of life in chronic skin disease patients using smartphone app data, and shows that app use varies with patient characteristics.
September 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Baricitinib is a promising treatment for alopecia areata in the UAE, but there are challenges with data and access.
April 2024 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology” A 17-year-old girl was diagnosed with a rare ovarian tumor, emphasizing the need for fertility preservation and psychosocial care.
January 2025 in “HORMONES” Gender-affirming hormone treatments need better patient-focused outcome measurements and standardized data collection.
12 citations
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September 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Targeting psychosocial factors can help reduce self-stigma in people with chronic skin diseases.
12 citations
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April 2022 in “Dermatology and therapy” Alopecia areata leads to significantly higher healthcare costs due to more doctor visits and prescriptions.
6 citations
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April 2022 in “JMIR Dermatology” Public interest in COVID-19-related hair loss increased during COVID-19 surges, especially with the omicron variant.
May 2023 in “American journal of clinical medicine research” Alopecia areata severity and child's age greatly affect the quality of life for children and their parents.
Interest in COVID-19 hair loss increased during COVID-19 surges, especially in higher-income countries.
34 citations
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August 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Stress and emotional factors can worsen skin conditions by affecting the immune system.
6 citations
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March 2015 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Taking both finasteride and dutasteride for prostate issues may raise the risk of heart problems.
December 2013 in “Praxis medica” Using both DLQI and Skindex-16 together gives a better understanding of quality of life in skin disease patients.
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.
29 citations
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March 2015 in “Clinical Endocrinology” South Asian women with PCOS present with different symptoms compared to White women, influenced by ethnicity, obesity, and age.
133 citations
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February 2017 in “PLoS Genetics” Genetic factors can help predict male pattern baldness risk.
4 citations
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June 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” People with atopic dermatitis have a higher risk of developing autoimmune diseases.
October 2025 in “Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence” "HairSentinel" accurately detects hairfall trends using simple user data, helping identify health risks early.
19 citations
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May 2019 in “JAMA dermatology” 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.
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January 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Acne significantly affects mental health and quality of life, with research suggesting hormonal and genetic factors in its development and emphasizing early treatment to prevent scarring.
10 citations
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January 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The conclusion is that more research is needed to better understand and treat adult acne, and that patient education and simple treatment plans are important for better results.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries” Telogen Effluvium is a common hair loss condition, particularly in women, with no specific FDA-approved treatment, and recovery can take up to 18 months.
December 2023 in “Advances in economics, management and political sciences” Consumers prefer general hair care products over those specifically for hair loss.
October 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Using lidocaine before keloid injections makes the treatment more comfortable for patients.
1 citations
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September 2013 in “Revue d'Épidémiologie et de Santé Publique” Higher unemployment rates are linked to increased suicide rates, especially in men aged 25-49 in France.
99 citations
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June 1999 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Testosterone replacement may help some postmenopausal women with symptoms like fatigue and low libido, but more research is needed to fully understand its effects.
17 citations
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January 2022 in “Emerging infectious diseases” COVID-19 generally causes fewer complications than influenza, except for certain conditions like hair loss and heart issues.
16 citations
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Type 2 diabetes may increase the risk of severe hair loss in African American women.