June 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” UK medical students lack dermatology education, liver biopsy patients with risk factors show more fibrosis, and certain fungi resist drugs due to melanin; genetics may influence female hair loss.
July 2023 in “Skin health and disease” Most UK survey participants had negative side effects from botulinum toxin injections, with many not fully recovering physically, emotionally, or financially.
July 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” The UK published guidelines recommending that only qualified medical professionals should perform cosmetic procedures, with the possibility of these guidelines influencing future laws.
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November 2023 in “Frontiers in Neurology” The U.S., China, and the U.K. lead Alzheimer's and white matter research.
Alopecia patients in the UK want more empathy and better care from healthcare providers, including more GP training on alopecia and improved care pathways.
January 2007 in “Bristol Research (University of Bristol)” Epidermolysis bullosa in UK calves is not caused by mutations in keratin genes.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil is increasingly used by dermatologists in the UK and Ireland to treat various hair loss conditions.
March 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Hair transplant assistants in the UK must follow certain behavior and quality rules.
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July 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Topical contact sensitizers can treat certain skin conditions but are rarely used in the U.K.
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Women in Australia report different signs of facial aging compared to women in the US, UK, and Canada; men with Lichen planopilaris often have hormonal abnormalities and thyroid disease.
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March 2019 in “Post Reproductive Health” Testosterone replacement can help menopausal women with various symptoms, but should be used carefully and is not yet officially licensed in the UK for women.
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November 2011 in “Journal of Infection” A woman with asthma improved from a severe fungal infection after treatment change, and most HIV-positive women in a UK study had low immune cell counts but were responding well to treatment.
April 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Strabismus research has advanced with AI diagnostics, minimally invasive surgeries, and non-surgical treatments, led by the USA, China, and the UK.
December 2006 in “Lancet Oncology” The document concludes that better training and education are needed for proper cancer screening and criticizes the GMC's inaction as harmful to clinical ethics in the UK.
September 2016 in “Reactions Weekly” Dutasteride and finasteride don't raise erectile dysfunction risk.
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June 2017 in “Experimental Dermatology” New hair loss treatments have evolved from understanding hair biology and patient needs.
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June 2013 in “Medicine” A thorough skin history and full examination are important for diagnosing and understanding the impact of skin diseases.
December 2004 in “Medicine” A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.
September 2003 in “Current Paediatrics” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and understanding the type of hair disorder are crucial for treating hair loss in children.
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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.
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December 2023 in “Health Technology Assessment” Laser treatment and deroofing are effective options for hidradenitis suppurativa.
July 2026 in “Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology” Postpartum mothers need better support and guidance to improve body confidence and wellbeing.
19 citations
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October 2021 in “Medicine” Exercising women should be screened for anemia due to its prevalence and impact on performance.
August 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Childhood atopic dermatitis does not significantly affect general cognition.
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November 2009 in “Journal of Comparative Pathology” Epidermolysis bullosa in calves was not caused by mutations in the keratin genes bKRT5 and bKRT14.
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May 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata impacts mental well-being more due to perceptions and stigma than disease severity.
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June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata causes significant financial strain, especially for women and those with severe symptoms.
29 citations
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November 2011 in “Human Fertility” Many women with PCOS have undiagnosed health issues and show different symptoms based on the clinic they visit.
22 citations
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September 2021 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” The pandemic worsened physical and mental challenges for women with PCOS.
6 citations
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April 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Spironolactone might lower the chance of getting rosacea.