research The Enigma of the Stigma of Hair Loss: Why is Cancer-Treatment Related Alopecia so Traumatic for Women?
Hair loss from cancer treatment is very distressing for women due to its impact on self-image and social stigma.
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810-840 / 1000+ results research A systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative studies of alopecia: managing identity and appearance changes
Alopecia affects identity and social interactions, requiring personalized support and better healthcare collaboration.
research Social media for arthritis-related comparative effectiveness and safety research and the impact of direct-to-consumer advertising
Social media can help compare the effectiveness and safety of new arthritis medications.
research Chapter 6. Darwinian Health and Other Contradictions
The document concludes that understanding health requires considering evolutionary perspectives on reproductive fitness, and recognizing the complexity of factors like diet, testosterone, and sexual orientation.
research Case 1: Clitoromegaly, Oligomenorrhea, and Hirsutism in a 17-year-old Transgender Male
Parental support and gender-affirming care are crucial for the mental health of transgender adolescents.
research Cultural Sensitivity and Challenges in Management of the Transgender Patient With ESRD in Transplantation
Healthcare providers need better understanding and cultural sensitivity to improve care for transgender patients with kidney failure needing transplants.
research Gender differences in patients with COVID-19: a narrative review
Understanding gender differences in COVID-19 is crucial for effective health strategies.
research The psychosocial impact of alopecia in men: A mixed‐methods survey study
Men with alopecia often feel less confident and have lower wellbeing, needing more support.
research Modern trends in the variability of the mechanisms of formation and principles of diagnosis – Ganser syndrome
Ganser syndrome may result from both organic and psychogenic factors.
research Psychological characteristics of women with androgenetic alopecia: a controlled study
Women with AGA often face anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem; psychological support is important.
research A high price toupee: The costs of baldness in Por los pelos
Baldness is stigmatized as unattractive and is often mocked in media, affecting mostly Caucasian men.
research Alopecia areata in underrepresented groups: preliminary analysis of the all of us research program
Alopecia areata is more common in Black and Hispanic people but less diagnosed in those with lower socioeconomic status.
research Scientificity, transparency, and applicability of Chinese guidelines and consensus on burn/plastic surgery published in 2022
Chinese burn and plastic surgery guidelines need better transparency and evidence quality.
research Understanding patient and physician perceptions of male androgenetic alopecia treatments in Asia-Pacific and Latin America
Patients and doctors find current hair loss treatments unsatisfying and believe involving patients in decisions improves results.
research Is polycystic ovary syndrome a risk factor for depression and anxiety?: a cross-sectional study
Women with PCOS are more likely to have depression and anxiety.
research Abstracts from the 18th Congress of the European Society for Dermatology and Psychiatry
research Perception of Hair Loss and Education Increases the Treatment Willingness in Patients With Androgenetic Alopecica: A Population-Based Study
People with more knowledge about their hair loss condition and those who see it as a serious issue are more likely to seek treatment.
research Comparison of Levels of Androgenic Hormones in various Phenotypes of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in High School Girls aging 14 to 18 Years
Girls with PCOS and menstrual disorders have notably higher androgen hormone levels.
research The Role of the Athletic Trainer in Providing Care to Transgender and Gender-Diverse Patients: Considerations for Medical Affirmation—Part II
Athletic trainers should understand and support the medical needs of transgender and gender-diverse patients.
research Teorías en estudios de hombres transgénero: una revisión de la literatura
Research on transgender men needs clearer theories to improve understanding and decision-making.
research Regional Societies Profiles: Society of German Hair Surgeons
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research Aesthetic Facial Surgery for the Asian Male
The article concludes that surgeons should tailor facial surgery techniques for Asian males to their unique cultural and anatomical needs.
research Type D Personality, Stress Levels, and Coping Strategies in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with type D personality and PCOS experience more stress and use less effective coping strategies.
research ‘The psychosocial burden of alopecia areata and androgenetica’: a cross‐sectional multicentre study among dermatological out‐patients in 13 European countries
People with hair loss conditions experience more anxiety, depression, and a lower quality of life than those without these conditions.
research Patient Perspectives of the Social, Emotional and Functional Impact of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Literature Review
Alopecia areata greatly harms quality of life, causing emotional and social issues.
research Distinguishing Gender Identity From Biological Sex in Dermatologic Health Care: Methods, Harms, and Paths Forward (Preprint)
Accurate gender and sex assessment in dermatology is essential for respectful and precise patient care.
research Shame and self-esteem in androgenic alopecia patients
Higher self-esteem in men with androgenic alopecia leads to less shame and more openness.
research Depression and Anxiety in Patients With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia
Many women with PCOS in Saudi Arabia suffer from depression and anxiety.
research The Evolving Global Burden of Alopecia Areata in Young Adults: High-Income Nations Bear the Greatest Impact
Alopecia Areata affects young adults more in high-income countries, especially females.
research Attitudes, behaviors, and expectations of men seeking medical treatment for male pattern hair loss: results of a multinational survey
Most men with hair loss worry, try self-treatments, and delay doctor visits due to cost, uncertainty, and embarrassment.