11 citations
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July 2018 in “AJGP” This article reviews the clinical assessment of female pattern hair loss and discusses up-to-date treatments, highlighting oral minoxidil combined with oral spironolactone as a promising novel therapy. It emphasizes the crucial role of general practitioners in diagnosis, treatment planning, and managing associated psychosocial issues.
16 citations
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June 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.
January 2005 in “NEJM Journal Watch” This article discusses treatments for female-pattern hair loss, such as topical minoxidil and antiandrogens like spironolactone, and reports no new clinical results.
57 citations
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October 2013 in “international journal of endocrinology and metabolism” This review discusses clinical features, differential diagnosis, and treatments for female pattern hair loss, emphasizing the use of 2% topical Minoxidil and exploring alternative off-label therapies.
50 citations
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January 2007 in “PubMed” This review discusses female pattern hair loss, highlighting that while oral antiandrogens and topical minoxidil can arrest progression, early diagnosis and treatment are crucial, and stresses the need for ongoing therapy.