research Finasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride effectively treats male pattern baldness, improving hair growth and density.
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research Male Pattern Hair Loss: Current Understanding
Genetics and hormones cause hair loss; finasteride treats it safely.
research The Biology of Hair Diversity
Hair diversity is influenced by complex genetics and environmental factors, requiring more research for practical solutions.
research Management of Tinea Capitis in Childhood
To treat tinea capitis in children, oral antifungal medication is necessary, with newer drugs offering shorter treatment times than the traditional griseofulvin.
research Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide, Whose Receptor-Mediated Signaling May Be Defective in Alopecia Areata, Provides Protection from Hair Follicle Immune Privilege Collapse
A substance called VIP might protect hair follicles from being attacked by the immune system, and problems with VIP signaling could lead to hair loss in alopecia areata.
research Vertical vs. Transverse Sections in Alopecia Biopsy Diagnosis
Both vertical and transverse sections are useful for diagnosing alopecia, but using both methods together is best.
research Hair Transplantation Update
The document details hair transplantation techniques and innovations, highlighting Follicular Unit Transplantation as the standard and discussing the effectiveness and challenges of the procedure.
research Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome Associated with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (Testicular Feminization)
A woman had both Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome, causing hair loss, and complete androgen insensitivity syndrome, making her genetically male but physically female. This suggests androgens don't affect the hair loss condition.
research Approach to Hair Loss in Women of Color
Proper education can prevent traction alopecia in women of color.
research Dermal Fibrosis in Male Pattern Hair Loss: A Suggestive Implication of Mast Cells
Mast cells might contribute to hair loss by causing skin thickening.
research Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Male pattern baldness involves hormone-related hair thinning, shorter hair, and inflammation.
research The Distribution of Follicular Units in the Chinese Scalp: Implications for Reconstruction of Natural-Appearing Hairlines in Orientals
Chinese patients have fewer hair follicles than Caucasians, and transplanting hair at 40% of normal density works for natural-looking hairlines.
research Primary Scalp Alopecia: New Histopathological Tools, New Concepts, and a Practical Guide to Diagnosis
The document concludes that new methods improve the accuracy of diagnosing scalp alopecia and challenges the old way of classifying it.
research Frontal Pseudoalopecia in History: Part 1—Fashionable Forms
In the Middle Ages, European noblewomen intentionally removed forehead hair to be fashionable, showing how beauty standards can affect the perception of hair loss.
research Systematic Review of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Adult Androgenic Alopecia
Low-level laser therapy can stimulate hair growth more effectively than fake devices, but patient satisfaction is similar for both. Results should be taken with caution due to small study sizes and differences between studies. More research is needed.
research Histopathologic Diagnosis of Multifactorial Alopecia
Some people's hair loss is caused by multiple factors, with the most common being a mix of AGA and CCCA.
research Effectiveness of the Combinational Treatment of Laminaria Japonica and Cistanche Tubulosa Extracts in Hair Growth
Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts combined may effectively promote hair growth.
research Adult-Onset Hair Loss in Chesapeake Bay Retrievers: A Clinical and Histological Study
Chesapeake Bay retrievers' hair loss is likely a breed-specific, hereditary condition linked to abnormal steroid levels and distinct skin changes.
research Late Presentation of Myotonic Dystrophy
Myotonic dystrophy should be considered in patients with hair thinning, and genetic counseling is important.
research Using Automated Microneedling with Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treating Cicatricial Alopecia, Recalcitrant Alopecia Areata, and Traction Alopecia: Case Report
Microneedling with platelet-rich plasma can improve different types of hair loss.
research Telogen Defluxion Associated with Hypersensitivity Causing Alopecia in a Horse
A horse's sudden hair loss was caused by an allergic reaction to a coat conditioning powder.
research Naked Hair Shafts as a Marker of Cicatricial Alopecia
Naked hair shafts are significantly associated with scarring hair loss and may help diagnose it, especially when multiple are found.
research Comparison of 5% Minoxidil Lotion Monotherapy Versus Its Combination with Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma in Androgenetic Alopecia in One Hundred Males
Combination therapy promotes better hair growth and density.
research The Frequency of Alopecia and Quality of Life in High-School Students in Rural Areas of Eskisehir
Hair loss was found in 37.4% of surveyed rural high-school students in Eskisehir, Turkey, affecting their quality of life, especially in general health and mental well-being.
research Successful Response to a Combination of Intralesional Methotrexate and Fractional CO2 Laser in Refractory Alopecia Areata: Case Report
A combination of methotrexate injections and CO2 laser treatment led to complete hair regrowth in two patients with hard-to-treat alopecia.
research Treatments for Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Systematic Review and Treatment Algorithm
More research is needed to find the best treatment for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp.
research Guadalupe Fur Seal Alopecia: A Metabolic Syndrome Associated to Climatic Anomalies?
Climate-related nutritional stress may cause hair loss in juvenile male Guadalupe fur seals.
research Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors and Janus Kinase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Cicatricial Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Tofacitinib and adalimumab are promising treatments for cicatricial alopecia with few side effects.
research Potential Remedial Effects of Solanum Nigrum Berries on Alopecia: An In Vivo Study
Solanum nigrum extract may help regrow hair.
research Independent DSG4 Frameshift Variants in Cats with Hair Shaft Dystrophy
Cats with abnormal hair had DSG4 gene changes causing hair problems.