12 citations
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September 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring alopecia areata treatment.
Hair regrowth improved, but quality of life did not.
22 citations
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October 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Both Platelet-Rich Plasma and Minoxidil foam increase hair count in women with hair loss, but Minoxidil is more effective. However, women were more satisfied with Platelet-Rich Plasma treatment.
2 citations
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July 2021 in “Uro” Saw palmetto extract is generally safe and can effectively treat Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, but its evaluation is affected by varying quality and a need for long-term studies.
January 2024 in “Annals of Dermatology” Current treatments for Alopecia Areata don't fully meet patients' needs, indicating a need for better therapies.
18 citations
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September 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The DLQI is a key tool for measuring quality of life in dermatology.
November 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The electronic version of the Dermatology Life Quality Index is as effective as the paper version, with most patients preferring it.
20 citations
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April 2023 in “Frontiers in Public Health” Psychological and social responses to scars can indicate mental health risks.
5 citations
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February 2023 in “Skin Health and Disease” The Swedish Hairdex-S is a reliable tool for assessing quality of life in Alopecia Areata patients.
6 citations
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June 2023 in “American Society of Clinical Oncology Educational Book” Cannabis, cryotherapy, and scalp cooling can help improve the quality of life for chemotherapy patients.
105 citations
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March 2006 in “Human reproduction” Metformin improves quality of life, emotional health, and sex life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
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.
2 citations
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August 2022 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” Magnesium supplements improved quality of life for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, but didn't help with acne, hair loss, or abnormal bleeding.
2 citations
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April 2021 in “Cureus” Two new reliable Arabic questionnaires for measuring quality of life in women with PCOS were created, one for married and one for unmarried women.
January 2023 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” December 2025 in “Medicina” Bariatric surgery improved quality of life and health in six months, but hair loss was common.
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April 2024 in “The Oncologist” Sacituzumab govitecan improves quality of life and symptoms in breast cancer patients, except for causing more diarrhea.
29 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Psychological interventions can improve mental health and quality of life in people with alopecia.
3 citations
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in Public Health” Most severe COVID-19 patients in Mexico experienced long-lasting symptoms that worsened their quality of life.
August 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The dietary supplement AGA-P improves the effectiveness of hair loss treatments.
7 citations
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January 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Patients felt happier with their looks and younger after hair transplant surgery, but their well-being and social life didn't change much.
November 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The hair serum reduced hair loss and improved hair quality in women.
3 citations
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July 2025 in “BMC Research Notes” Health coaching helps infertile women with PCOS improve their health and lifestyle.
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September 2025 in “Viruses” Hantavirus survivors often face long-term health issues, needing ongoing care.
December 2021 in “BMJ Open” Androgenetic alopecia in men aged 46 is not significantly linked to depression, anxiety, quality of life, self-esteem, or sexual symptoms.
10 citations
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January 2022 in “Contrast Media & Molecular Imaging” HBM-based nursing intervention improved medication compliance, reduced negative emotions, and enhanced quality of life for renal transplant recipients.
3 citations
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November 2022 in “International journal of environmental research and public health/International journal of environmental research and public health” Ethnic Indian women with PCOS often have early symptoms, delayed diagnosis, and need better information and support for treatment and lifestyle management.
October 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Patients with skin diseases rated psychological effects as most impactful, needing a treatment approach that addresses both mind and body.
October 2025 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” MNC-QQ cell therapy improved hair growth and quality of life in men with androgenic alopecia without adverse effects.
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April 2022 in “Climacteric” Menopause causes dry skin, wrinkles, and hair changes, with hormone therapy helping but not recommended just for these issues.