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August 2022 in “JAAD case reports” This article discusses the patterns and variants of alopecia areata, including the rare sisaipho, but reports no new research findings.
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July 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study concluded that oral minoxidil is an effective and well-tolerated alternative to topical minoxidil for healthy patients struggling with application-related compliance issues.
8 citations
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October 2015 in “PubMed” Recent Phase III trials reported that once daily 5% minoxidil foam significantly increased hair count in women with female pattern hair loss and was shown to be as effective as twice daily 2% minoxidil solution.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 5% minoxidil foam helps women with thinning hair.
30 citations
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November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This review discusses hair transplant techniques for female pattern hair loss and reports no new clinical results; it highlights the benefits of transplants combined with various treatments for improved hair density and styling options.
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September 2002 in “PubMed” This study found that using a topical 2% minoxidil solution for 6-12 months may reduce hair loss and improve hair root conditions in some women with androgenic alopecia.
127 citations
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July 1996 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that in women undergoing chemotherapy after breast surgery, topical minoxidil significantly shortened the duration of hair loss compared to a placebo without significant side effects.
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January 1991 in “PubMed” In this pilot study, 2% topical Minoxidil showed no benefit in preventing hair loss during chemotherapy for gynecologic cancers, although it was non-toxic.