236 citations
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July 2001 in “Trends in Molecular Medicine”
This review discusses common hairloss conditions and explores how advancements in hair follicle biology might lead to more effective treatments but reports no new results.
219 citations
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March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
In this 48-week trial, 5% topical minoxidil was more effective than both 2% minoxidil and placebo in promoting hair growth in women with female pattern hairloss, with notable improvements in nonvellus hair count and hair growth assessments.
215 citations
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November 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
This study found that dutasteride increased scalp hair growth in men with male pattern hairloss, particularly at a 2.5 mg dose, and was more effective than finasteride over 24 weeks.
207 citations
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April 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
This review discusses the complexities of diagnosing and treating iron deficiency related to nutritional anemia and hairloss, concluding that routine screening and supplementation for hairloss are not yet supported by sufficient evidence.
Hairloss perceptions vary, with some attributing it to exercise type, diet, or vitamin deficiency. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and lifestyle changes like avoiding excessive milk or using saltwater pools.
Hairloss can stop or slow down unpredictably, often due to genetic factors and hormone sensitivity. Some individuals experience early hairline changes that stabilize without treatment.
Hairloss is still progressing despite using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil for 5 months. The user notices less hair density and fine hairs at the temples.
Hairloss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users expressing skepticism about finding a permanent cure. Current treatments are considered effective but not a permanent solution, and there's a call for advanced AI to focus on solving male pattern baldness.
Surgery that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas
What is shock loss after a hair transplant?Shock loss is shedding of existing hair near the transplant area after surgery; it is usually temporary and regrows over a few months.
Patchy hairloss or alopecia areata: is there any evidence for Baicapil?There is no published trial of Baicapil in alopecia areata. The anti-inflammatory and hair-density claims come from the ingredient's manufacturer and from laboratory work on its plant extracts; none of it involved people with autoimmune patchy hair loss.