research Pharmacological Treatment of Alopecia
Only minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved for hair loss, with other treatments available but less effective or with side effects.
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research Comparison of Intra-Lesional Methotrexate and Intra-Lesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in the Treatment of Localized Alopecia Areata
Both treatments for localized alopecia areata are equally effective.
research Incidence and Risk Factors for Neonatal Occipital Alopecia: A Retrospective Study
Babies born after 38 weeks to mothers under 36 years old and not delivered by C-section have a higher risk of neonatal occipital alopecia.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Adolescents
Topical minoxidil helps treat hair loss in teens, but more research needed for safe options.
research Significance of Dermoscopy in Acute Diffuse and Total Alopecia of the Female Scalp: Review of Twenty Cases
Dermoscopy effectively distinguishes between acute total hair loss and other types of female hair loss.
research Efficacy of Topical Tofacitinib in Promoting Hair Growth in Non-Scarring Alopecia: Possible Mechanism via VEGF Induction
Topical tofacitinib may grow hair better than minoxidil by increasing VEGF and reducing inflammation.
research Reply to 'Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia'
Smoking doesn't cause or prevent Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, hormonal imbalance may be involved, and a combination of antiandrogens and steroids can help stabilize the condition.
research A Novel Homozygous Variant in the DSP Gene Underlies the First Case of Non-Syndromic Form of Alopecia
A new gene variant in the DSP gene is linked to a unique type of hair loss.
research Serum Levels of Minerals and Vitamins in Two Categories of Female Alopecia Subjects Using Hair Relaxer
Women using hair relaxers with alopecia had lower zinc levels, suggesting zinc deficiency might contribute to hair loss.
research Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Some alternative treatments for hair loss might work, but more research is needed.
research Understanding and Management of Female Pattern Alopecia
The conclusion is that the best approach for treating Female Pattern Hair Loss is a combination of different treatments.
research Differences in Reproductive Toxicology Between Alopecia Drugs: An Analysis on Adverse Events Among Female and Male Cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
research Safety Concerns When Using Novel Medications to Treat Alopecia
Consider benefits and risks of new alopecia treatments for safety.
research A Case of Imiquimod-Induced Alopecia
Imiquimod cream can rarely cause temporary hair loss.
research Hair Replacement Surgery for Male Pattern Alopecia
Surgical hair replacement is a viable option for male pattern baldness when done with proper planning and realistic expectations.
research Treatment of Moderate-to-Severe Alopecia Areata in Adolescents With Baricitinib: A Retrospective Review of 29 Patients
Baricitinib helped most teenagers with severe hair loss regrow hair and had mild side effects.
research Exomic Sequencing of Immune-Related Genes Reveals Novel Candidate Variants Associated with Alopecia Universalis
HLA-DRB5 and other genes may be linked to alopecia universalis.
research Overview of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is a genetic and immune-related hair loss condition that is often associated with other autoimmune diseases and does not typically cause permanent damage to hair follicles.
research Complete Regrowth of Beard Hair with Ruxolitinib in an Alopecia Universalis Patient
Ruxolitinib helped a man regrow his beard after years of hair loss.
research General Practitioners’ Knowledge and Practices Related to Alopecia Areata in Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia
General practitioners in Qassim have satisfactory knowledge of alopecia areata but need more education to address gaps and misconceptions.
research The Relative Efficacy of Monotherapy With Janus Kinase Inhibitors, Dupilumab and Apremilast in Adults With Alopecia Areata: Network Meta-Analyses of Clinical Trials
JAK inhibitors are more effective and safer for treating alopecia areata than dupilumab and apremilast.
research Treatment Preferences of Adults and Adolescents with Alopecia Areata: A Discrete Choice Experiment
Adults and adolescents with severe alopecia areata are willing to take significant health risks for a better chance of hair regrowth.
research Effectiveness of Oral Tofacitinib Treatment on Patients With Moderate-to-Severe Alopecia Areata in Iran
Tofacitinib is effective and has minor, reversible side effects for treating severe hair loss in Iran.
research Intralesional Pentoxifylline Injection Versus Triamcinolone Acetonide in Treating Localized Alopecia Areata: A Comparative Study
Pentoxifylline is a safe and effective alternative to triamcinolone acetonide for treating localized alopecia areata.
research Janus Kinase Inhibitor as a Therapeutic Option in Alopecia Areata: Case Report
JAK inhibitors like tofacitinib can effectively treat severe alopecia areata.
research Janus Kinase Inhibitor as a Therapeutic Option in Alopecia Areata: Case Report
Janus kinase inhibitors may effectively treat severe alopecia areata unresponsive to other treatments.
research Health-Related Quality of Life Among Patients With Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
People with alopecia areata, a skin disease, generally have a poor quality of life, especially if more of their scalp is affected.
research Alopecia Areata: Treatment of Today and Tomorrow
Contact sensitizers like DCP and SADBE are the most effective treatments for alopecia areata.
research Phase I/II Randomized Bilateral Half-Head Comparison of Topical Bexarotene 1% Gel for Alopecia Areata
Topical bexarotene 1% gel might help regrow hair in alopecia areata and is generally safe.
research The Effect of Oral Cyclosporine in the Treatment of Severe Alopecia Areata
Oral cyclosporine can help regrow hair in severe alopecia areata cases.