February 2024 in “Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health” Hormonal changes and social stress may link lupus and eating disorders in teens.
September 2003 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” Understanding breast cancer requires considering both medical advancements and social influences.
January 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Long scalp hair evolved for cooling and social signaling.
Premature greying of hair affects the social lives of medical students but not their self-esteem.
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March 2003 in “The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice/Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice” Behavioral dermatology treats skin problems by considering both emotional and physical factors.
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May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Hair is important for protection, social interaction, and temperature control, and is made of a growth cycle-influenced follicle and a complex shaft.
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January 2017 in “American Journal of Biological Anthropology” Sardinians were historically short due to a mix of genetics and factors like disease and poor nutrition, but recent height increases suggest better living conditions had a bigger impact.
February 2024 in “Mağallaẗ Al-Iqtiṣād Al-Manzilī - Ǧāmiʿaẗ Al-Munūfiyyaẗ” Both Egyptian and Omani obese men share similar obesity-related factors, emphasizing the need for healthy eating and exercise.
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November 2013 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Acne is a chronic disease linked to various systemic conditions and has significant psychological and social effects.
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January 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia areata significantly worsens quality of life in children, causing embarrassment and social issues.
Men with hair loss are seen as less attractive and shorter, and height is a key factor in attractiveness ratings.
December 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Finasteride for hair loss may cause erectile dysfunction due to tissue fibrosis, and various factors contribute to female sexual dysfunction.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Alopecia significantly lowers women's quality of life, with psychological and social challenges, highlighting the importance of early treatment and support.
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April 2010 in “Pediatrics in Review” Delayed puberty affects some teens, and early treatment with hormones can help improve their growth and social well-being.
December 2022 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” Covid-19 can cause different types of hair loss, which can affect people's mental and social well-being.
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January 2014 in “Human Development” Adolescent sexual development should focus on positive aspects, including biological, psychological, and contextual factors, and recognize individual differences and the role of pleasure.
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December 2010 in “Bjog: An International Journal Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology” South Asian women with PCOS experience more psychological distress and have a poorer quality of life, especially in social relationships, with hirsutism affecting them more than obesity.
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September 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Trichotillomania treatment is most successful with a mix of behavioral therapy, medication, and social support.
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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.
April 2012 in “Lab Animal” Early exposure to germs may protect against autoimmune diseases, lack of sex increases alcohol preference in fruit flies, a potential baldness treatment could involve blocking a specific receptor, skin memory cells help prevent re-infection, high-fat diets can affect brain cells related to weight, and the link between social status, stress, and heart disease in primates is unclear.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” Transgender individuals face unique skin issues, often due to hormone therapy, requiring specialized and stigma-free dermatologic care.
May 2021 in “GSC Advanced Research and Reviews” Hair color is influenced by genetics and can indicate certain health conditions.
March 2018 in “European Urology Supplements” Patients follow treatment well, but many change medicines; good information helps compliance.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)” Lifestyle changes and alternative therapies can help manage Polycystic Ovarian Disease.
January 2025 in “Majmaah Journal of Health Sciences” Nearly 70% of postmenopausal women in Saudi Arabia experience hair loss, often linked to early menopause, chronic diseases, family history, and stress.
Lifestyle changes can improve skin health and reduce disease symptoms.
October 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” Proper management of PTSD with psychotherapy and medication can reduce symptoms.
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September 2001 in “European Journal of Cancer Care” Chemotherapy-induced hair loss significantly affects patients' well-being, and nurses are key in helping them cope, but more research is needed to find effective treatments.
November 2025 in “IntechOpen eBooks” PCOS causes sexual dysfunction, needing comprehensive treatment.
December 1920 in “The Lancet” The document discusses various public health initiatives and societal issues, emphasizing early intervention and support.