Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

    March 1984 in “ BMJ ”
    James K. Maitland, R.D. Aldridge, Rodger Main, Marion I. White, Anthony Ormerod
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    TLDR Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in alopecia, but more research needed.
    This document is a letter to the editor of the British Medical Journal from 1984 discussing a double-blind trial of topical minoxidil in the treatment of alopecia areata. The study involved 28 patients with alopecia, and while 68% showed regrowth, only one patient had cosmetically acceptable regrowth of terminal hair. The study suggests that a higher concentration of minoxidil could be used to enhance the effect, but there is a risk of irritant reactions and systemic absorption. The authors note that further evaluation is needed.
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      in Research  865 upvotes 5 months ago
      The treatment for androgenetic alopecia involves using finasteride and minoxidil with intense exercise and cold exposure to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, potentially leading to hair regrowth. This approach may activate biological pathways for improved hair and overall health.

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