Health Insurance Coverage of Permanent Hair Removal in Transgender and Gender-Minority Patients.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2020.0480
Abstract: Importance Hair removal can be an essential component of the gender affirmation process for gender-minority (GM) patients whose outward appearance does not align with their gender identity. Objective To examine the health insurance policies in… read more here.
Keywords: hair removal; gender; hair; coverage ... See more keywords
Laser hair removal to antiretrovirals: findings from a person‐centred care model for transgender people in India
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DOI: 10.1002/jia2.70041
Abstract: Transgender women (TGW) in India continue to bear disproportionate HIV burden and face persistent social, legal and structural barriers to receive gender‐affirming care. read more here.
Keywords: laser hair; antiretrovirals findings; care; hair removal ... See more keywords
Evaluation of Safety and Efficacy of Laser Hair Removal With the Long‐Pulsed 755 nm Wavelength Laser: A Two‐Center Study With 948 Patients
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DOI: 10.1002/lsm.23160
Abstract: Laser hair removal is the most common laser therapy and the third most commonly performed procedure with more than one million treatments in United States in 2016. This retrospective study was conducted to assess long‐term… read more here.
Keywords: safety; hair removal; efficacy; laser hair ... See more keywords
Efficacy of laser hair removal in hidradenitis suppurativa: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
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DOI: 10.1002/lsm.23796
Abstract: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory condition characterized by painful nodules, draining tunnels, and fibrotic scarring in intertriginous, hair‐bearing areas. The pathogenesis involves follicular occlusion and subsequent rupture, leading to uncontrolled inflammation. Treatment options… read more here.
Keywords: laser hair; systematic review; hidradenitis suppurativa; hair ... See more keywords
The Combination of Expanded Scalp Flap and 800 nm Diode Laser in the Reconstruction of Forehead Defect
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DOI: 10.1007/s00266-018-1142-x
Abstract: Skin grafting is often the first choice for closing forehead defects. However, the aesthetics of skin grafting-reconstructed forehead defects are still not accepted by a large number of patients. With the technological advancement of laser… read more here.
Keywords: forehead defects; hair removal; diode laser; expanded scalp ... See more keywords
The effect of hair removal after surgery for sacrococcygeal pilonidal sinus disease: a systematic review of the literature
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DOI: 10.1007/s10151-017-1722-9
Abstract: BackgroundIt has been suggested that removal of body hair in the sacrococcygeal area prevents recurrence after surgery for sacrococcygeal pilonidal sinus disease (SPSD). The aim of this study was to review the literature regarding the… read more here.
Keywords: hair; review; hair removal; surgery sacrococcygeal ... See more keywords
Hair removal and bioavailability of chemicals: Effect of physicochemical properties of drugs and surfactants on skin permeation ex vivo.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2019.118477
Abstract: Cosmetic hair removal procedures are everyday routines in our society. However, it is unclear if such routines lead to increased uptake of applied substances such as drugs or formulation compounds, potentially resulting in skin irritation… read more here.
Keywords: hair removal; penetration; hair; physicochemical properties ... See more keywords
Women's Engagement in Pubic Hair Removal: Motivations and Associated Factors
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DOI: 10.1080/19317611.2016.1228727
Abstract: ABSTRACT Objectives: To examine the relationship between women's pubic hair removal (PHR) and genital satisfaction and explore whether attitudes toward, and personal consumption of, pornography are associated with women's engagement in PHR. Methods: Data were… read more here.
Keywords: pubic hair; engagement pubic; hair removal; removal motivations ... See more keywords
DS25 A comparison of surgical intervention with adjunct laser hair removal against primary laser hair removal in pilonidal sinus disease: a post hoc analysis of a retrospective cohort study
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DOI: 10.1093/bjd/ljaf085.319
Abstract: Pilonidal sinus disease (PSD) is a chronic condition where current management is typically led by colorectal surgeons. Incision and drainage and excision of the affected areas are the most commonly performed procedures. Flaps and endoscopic… read more here.
Keywords: laser hair; disease; treatment; hair ... See more keywords
Deodorant/antiperspirant use and hair removal practices for hidradenitis suppurativa: recommendations from a single-center survey
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DOI: 10.1097/jw9.0000000000000028
Abstract: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder that frequently affects the axillae. Axillae are also tar-geted for societal hygiene practices: namely, the use of deodor- ants and antiperspirants and techniques for hair removal.… read more here.
Keywords: hair removal; hidradenitis suppurativa; antiperspirant use; deodorant antiperspirant ... See more keywords
Exploring Hygienic Behaviors and Vulvodynia.
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DOI: 10.1097/lgt.0000000000000477
Abstract: OBJECTIVES Vulvodynia is common and characterized by vulvar discomfort and pain. However, few studies have assessed hygienic practices in relation to onset. We investigated whether hygienic behaviors were associated with the onset of vulvodynia. MATERIALS… read more here.
Keywords: wearing tight; pubic hair; hygienic behaviors; hair removal ... See more keywords