35 citations,
May 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The document concludes that there are various treatments for different types of alopecia, but more research is needed for evidence-based treatments.
34 citations,
April 2009 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Some treatments work for common baldness, but there's less evidence for other hair loss types, and more research is needed.
34 citations,
January 2004 in “Revista do Hospital das Clínicas” Finasteride may worsen infertility in men with existing issues, but stopping it can improve sperm health.
30 citations,
December 2017 in “Medical Hypotheses” The model suggests that scalp tension could lead to hair loss, with factors like blood vessel hardening, enlarged oil glands, and poor microcirculation also playing a role. It also hints at a possible link between skull shape and baldness pattern.
27 citations,
August 2018 in “Therapeutic Delivery” Nanotechnology could make hair loss treatments more effective and reduce side effects, but more research is needed before it's available.
26 citations,
December 2015 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” New method measures female hair loss: Female Pattern Hair Loss Severity Index (FPHL-SI).
24 citations,
January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Some plants with flavonoids may help treat hair loss and promote hair growth.
22 citations,
August 2015 in “Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews” The study aims to find the best treatment for central serous chorioretinopathy by comparing various options.
21 citations,
May 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Overweight smokers have worse hair loss.
20 citations,
June 2015 in “Hormone Molecular Biology and Clinical Investigation” Finasteride worsens erectile dysfunction and lowers testosterone in men with enlarged prostates, unlike tamsulosin.
17 citations,
September 2020 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Post-finasteride patients show changes in gut bacteria, possibly causing various symptoms.
17 citations,
November 2014 in “American Journal of Physiology-gastrointestinal and Liver Physiology” Finasteride helps brain function in rats with liver-related brain issues.
10 citations,
June 2010 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Metabolism & Toxicology” Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer chances.
9 citations,
November 2016 in “Journal of medical science and clinical research” Only 22% of teenage girls in the study knew about PCOS, despite many having symptoms.
5 citations,
December 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP treatment improves hair count, density, and reduces hair loss in AGA patients.
5 citations,
February 2014 in “Journal of Liquid Chromatography & Related Technologies” Method accurately measures finasteride and tamsulosin in combined drug form.
4 citations,
March 2019 in “Acta Chromatographica” Two methods can measure finasteride and tamsulosin hydrochloride; HPLC is more advantageous, while TLC offers better separation.
3 citations,
January 2012 The method accurately measures Tamsulosin and Finasteride in medication and is suitable for regular quality checks.
3 citations,
January 2011 The method measures finasteride accurately and cheaply using UV light.
2 citations,
July 2013 in “ISRN Urology (Print)” Finasteride may reduce bleeding after TURP, but more research needed.
1 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Finasteride is safe for hair loss treatment and doesn't increase high-grade prostate cancer risk.
1 citations,
May 2013 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Women with hair loss have higher heart disease risk and unhealthy cholesterol levels.
1 citations,
August 2004 in “Alternative & complementary therapies” Non-drug methods like diet, supplements, and aromatherapy can help manage hair loss and its emotional impact.
November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Men with male pattern baldness may be more at risk for severe COVID-19, and anti-androgen treatments could offer protection.
January 2019 in “Oncogen” Triple Hormonal Blockade (ADT3) can effectively manage prostate cancer but requires careful monitoring for heart risks.
Antimalarial agents are effective for LPP, and intralesional steroids are effective for FFA.
Follicular unit grafting is a procedure used to treat hair loss, where small hair grafts are placed into the scalp, with future treatments likely to involve smaller incisions and cell-based therapies.
December 2008 in “Enzyme and Microbial Technology” New patents include innovations in skin and hair care, disease treatment, plant stress tolerance, and protein purification.
October 2020 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” Finasteride appears safe for long-term sperm concentration, but more research is needed for clear conclusions.
305 citations,
February 2007 in “Hormone and metabolic research” Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.