TLDR Oral minoxidil may help with female hair loss.
The document discussed the use of oral minoxidil as a treatment for female pattern hair loss and other types of alopecia. It highlighted the potential benefits of oral minoxidil in promoting hair growth, referencing previous studies and cases that demonstrated its effectiveness. The article was part of a broader discussion in the dermatological community about alternative treatments for hair loss conditions, emphasizing the need for further research to fully understand the mechanisms and long-term effects of oral minoxidil.
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December 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil and spironolactone combo effectively reduces hair loss and improves hair density in women.
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September 2017 in “F1000Research” Oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair shedding in women with CTE, with no major side effects.
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May 2016 in “JAAD case reports” Oral minoxidil shows promise in treating monilethrix-related hair loss.
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May 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Low dose oral minoxidil helps regrow hair in permanent chemotherapy-induced alopecia.
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February 2004 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
April 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” A child with rough nails also had hair loss and allergies.
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March 2017 in “PubMed” Topical minoxidil did not significantly regrow hair in alopecia areata patients after 3 months.
January 2014 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Minoxidil can effectively treat patchy hair loss by stimulating hair growth.
