TLDR More research is needed to see if non-English speakers are also more interested in oral minoxidil.
The letter to the editor investigates whether the increased interest in oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment, spurred by media attention, extends to non-English-speaking patients. The authors, Juwon Lee and Antonella Tosti from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, highlight the impact of media coverage on the popularity of oral minoxidil, referencing a notable New York Times article from August 2022. The letter suggests that while there is a clear uptick in interest among English-speaking patients, further research is needed to determine if this trend is mirrored in non-English-speaking populations. No conflicts of interest were declared by Juwon Lee, while Antonella Tosti disclosed multiple consultancy roles.
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