Search

for
Search:

Research

5 / 1000+ results

research A pilot study evaluating the efficacy of topically applied niacin derivatives for treatment of female pattern alopecia

27 citations , December 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This study found that topical application of niacin derivatives significantly increased hair fullness in women with female pattern hair loss compared to a placebo after six months.

research The Ludwig pattern of androgenetic alopecia is due to a hierarchy of androgen sensitivity within follicular units that leads to selective miniaturization and a reduction in the number of terminal hairs per follicular unit

January 2009 in “The Year book of dermatology”

Ludwig pattern hair loss results from varying androgen sensitivity, causing fewer thick hairs and more thin hairs.

research Understanding and Management of Female Pattern Alopecia

30 citations , 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.

research Automated Classification of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss Stages Using EfficientNet According to the Hamilton-Norwood and Ludwig Scale

May 2026

EfficientNet improves accuracy in diagnosing hair loss stages.

research Classification and Scoring of Androgenetic Alopecia (Male and Female Pattern)

1 citations , January 2017 in “Springer eBooks”

The document explains how hair loss patterns in men and women, known as Androgenetic alopecia, are classified using the Hamilton-Norwood system for men and the Ludwig grade system for women.

View more "ludwig female pattern alopecia" in research →

Community Join

5 / 14 results

community What do you think about my treatment ( female)

4 upvotes 3 years ago

A woman with androgenetic alopecia is using a treatment of topical finasteride with 7% minoxidil, spironolactone, and supplements like iron, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. She is considering additional treatments like PRP and laser therapy but has not seen significant hair regrowth yet.

community 6 months on dutast and minoxodil, hair growing like weeds now!

in Progress Pictures 618 upvotes 1 year ago

A woman experienced significant hair regrowth after six months of using dutasteride and minoxidil, despite initial hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia. She reported minimal side effects and highlighted the effectiveness of these treatments for women, despite doctors' hesitancy to prescribe them.

community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

80 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.

community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 2 years ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Diffuse thinning is a curse. You don't realize it's happening until way too late.

in Chat 141 upvotes 1 year ago

Diffuse hair thinning and treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Early detection and treatment are crucial for effective management.

View more "ludwig female pattern alopecia" in community →

Learn

1 / 800 results

learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

View more "ludwig female pattern alopecia" in learn →

Experts

1 / 2 results

Hair Transplant Surgeon
Dr. Rayk Ludwig, Facharzt für Plastische und Ästhetische Chirurgie, Handchirurgie
Nuremberg, Bayern, Germany

Clinics

— no results

Try a deeper search in clinics →

Dr. Rayk Ludwig, Facharzt für Plastische und Ästhetische Chirurgie, Handchirurgie