TLDR 2% topical minoxidil effectively treats female hair loss with minimal side effects.
This document contains multiple summaries of studies and papers related to androgenetic alopecia in females. The majority of the studies found that 2% topical minoxidil solution is an effective and safe treatment for female androgenetic alopecia, with an increase in hair growth and minimal side effects. Other treatments, such as finasteride, were also found to be effective. The document provides useful information for dermatologists and patients dealing with this condition.
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October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair loss is caused by genetics and hormones, diagnosed through examination and biopsy, and treated with medications or surgery.
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October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Current research explores hair growth drugs, while future research aims for personalized treatments.
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January 1987 in “Dermatology” Minoxidil works for 56% of balding men with specific criteria.
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August 2022 in “JAAD case reports” Tofacitinib and oral minoxidil may help treat Sisaipho alopecia areata.
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February 2019 in “PubMed” Minoxidil is effective in treating various types of hair loss and can improve quality of life, with combination therapies showing increased effectiveness.
January 2006 in “The Chinese Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” 
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March 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology” 2% topical minoxidil effectively treats female hair loss with minimal side effects.
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October 1993 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps hair growth and reduces shedding in women.
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November 1992 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil 2% effectively treats female hair loss, promoting growth and density.
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October 1983 in “BMJ” Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in alopecia patients, with 16 having good results and no side effects.
