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Reduced androgens linked to kinky hair disorder and hair loss; 5a-reductase inhibitors may help.

Trichoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp problems but isn't always definitive and should be used with other methods.

Women with AGA have more androstenedione and dihydrotestosterone, less copper and zinc; copper imbalance affects AGA; treatment improves hormones and minerals.

Hair follicle biology advancements may lead to better hair growth disorder treatments.

The document discusses male and female pattern hair loss, its diagnosis methods, FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, their side effects, and the role of lifestyle changes.

The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.

Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.

Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.

Male pattern baldness involves hormone-related hair thinning, shorter hair, and inflammation.

Cells from balding scalps have more androgen receptors than cells from non-balding scalps.

Use "female pattern hair loss" term, assess androgen excess, treat with minoxidil and other medications if needed.

The mouse model suggests male pattern baldness may be due to an enzyme increasing DHT and higher androgen receptor levels in hair follicles.

Finasteride improves surrounding scalp hair and increases hair density after hair transplant.

Finasteride improves surrounding scalp hair and increases hair density after hair transplant.

The research found that male pattern hair loss is mostly genetic and involves hair thinning due to hormonal effects and changes in gene expression.

Sex hormones affect hair growth and loss, and treatments for related hair diseases include various medications, hair transplantation, and light therapy.

Hsc70 protein may influence hair growth by responding to androgens.

Prolactin contributes to hair loss by promoting hair follicle shrinkage and cell death.

Women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of certain androgens, suggesting increased androgen exposure to hair follicles.

Balding hair follicle cells are smaller, grow less well, and need more effort to culture than non-balding cells.

Trichoscopy and trichogram are useful for diagnosing hair and scalp conditions.

Oxidative stress damages hair and contributes to aging, and managing it can help maintain hair health.

Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.

PRP injections effectively promote hair growth in androgenetic alopecia patients.

Human skin produces sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone, influenced by ARO and StAR, which may affect skin elasticity and hair growth.

The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.

Minoxidil treats hair loss, promotes growth, has side effects, and has recent patents.

Higher testosterone and DHT levels are linked to hair loss in men, but not to prostate cancer risk.

Follicular Unit Transplantation is a precise hair restoration technique that requires careful planning and a skilled team, and Follicular Unit Extraction offers a less invasive option.

SCF and c-Kit decrease in AGA hair follicles, possibly affecting hair pigmentation and growth.