New Therapeutic Aspects In Non-Cicatricial Alopecias

August 1988 in “ PubMed ”

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non-cicatricial alopecias antiandrogens topical use androgenetic alopecia minoxidil alopecia areata autoimmune Rogaine

TLDR New treatments for hair loss show promise, especially with antiandrogens, minoxidil, and autoimmune therapies.

The document reviewed new therapeutic approaches for non-cicatricial alopecias as of 1988. It highlighted promising results from pharmacological and clinical studies, including the development of effective antiandrogens for topical use in treating androgenetic alopecia in men. It also noted that further research on minoxidil could enhance understanding of follicular function regulation. Additionally, preliminary experiences with various treatments for alopecia areata, based on its autoimmune nature, were seen as foundational for developing effective practical therapeutic regimens.

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