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GlossaryCytotoxic Drugs (Chemotherapeutic Agents)

medications that kill or inhibit rapidly dividing cells

Cytotoxic drugs, also known as chemotherapeutic agents, are medications designed to kill or inhibit the growth of rapidly dividing cells, such as cancer cells. While effective in treating various cancers, these drugs can also affect healthy cells that divide quickly, like those in hair follicles, leading to side effects such as hair loss (alopecia).

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research Hair Loss Pattern Due to Chemotherapy-Induced Anagen Effluvium: A Cross-Sectional Observation

53 citations, January 2007 in “Dermatology”

Chemotherapy often causes patterned hair loss, with some scalp areas more resistant to hair loss than others.

research Pathogenesis and Treatment Options for Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: A Systematic Review

34 citations, January 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Scalp cooling is the most effective FDA-approved method to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss, but more research is needed for other treatments.

research Adverse Effects of Common Medications on Male Fertility

77 citations, June 2015 in “Nature Reviews Urology”

Some common medications can harm male fertility, but many effects can be reversed.

research Hair Matrix Cell Kinetics: A Selective Review

20 citations, September 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Hair growth is influenced by factors like genetics and nutrition, and more research is needed to understand hair loss and growth mechanisms.

research Irreversible And Severe Alopecia Following Docetaxel Or Paclitaxel Cytotoxic Therapy For Breast Cancer

61 citations, April 2009 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

Docetaxel and paclitaxel for breast cancer can cause permanent, severe hair loss.

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