research Hair Changes Due to Drugs
Some drugs can cause reversible hair loss, but certain chemotherapy drugs may lead to permanent hair loss; drugs can also change hair color and texture.
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research Mycophenolate Antagonizes IFN-γ-Induced Catagen-Like Changes via β-Catenin Activation in Human Dermal Papilla Cells and Hair Follicles
Mycophenolate helps reverse hair loss effects caused by IFN-γ by activating a key hair growth pathway.
research Hair Growth Promoting Effect of 4HGF Encapsulated with PGA Nanoparticles by β-Catenin Activation and Related Cell Cycle Molecules
PGA-4HGF may help treat hair loss by activating hair growth pathways and extending the hair growth phase.
research Dermatological Drugs and Topical Agents
Certain skin drugs and topical agents, including some natural extracts and fragrances, can cause allergic reactions. Some hair dyes and extensions, as well as minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, can also cause allergies. Botulinum toxin A can effectively reduce sweat but may have temporary side effects.
research Changes in Murine Hair with Dietary Selenium Excess or Deficiency
Too much or too little selenium in the diet can cause hair loss and graying in mice.
research Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
research Alopecia and Associated Toxic Agents: A Systematic Review
Thallium, mercury, selenium, and colchicine strongly cause hair loss.
research Concurrence of Giant Cell Arteritis in a Patient with De Quervain's Thyroiditis
Spironolactone may help reduce hair loss in androgenic alopecia.
research Excessive Hair Growth in a Patient with Psoriatic Erythroderma Following Secukinumab Administration
An elderly man's hair grew back after treatment with secukinumab, possibly due to reduced scalp inflammation or the medication's direct effects.
research Tensile Properties of Twisted Hair Fibers
Twisting hair weakens it, but strength can be recovered at low twist levels.
research Diagnostic Challenges in Determining Alopecia Areata
Diagnosing alopecia areata is challenging and requires careful examination and various tests to distinguish it from other hair loss types.
research Trichodynia: A Review of the Literature
Trichodynia is a painful scalp condition linked to hair loss and inflammation, often with anxiety, affecting more women and needing better treatment options.
research Beneficial Effect of Spironolactone on Androgenic Alopecia
Spironolactone may help reduce hair loss in androgenic alopecia.
research Hirsutism
Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
research Enhancing Hair Regeneration: Recent Progress in Tailoring Nano-Structured Lipid Carriers Through Surface Modification Strategies
Surface-modified nanostructured lipid carriers can improve hair growth treatments.
research How I Treat Alopecia in Patients with Cancer
Dermatologists should carefully manage hair loss in cancer patients to improve their quality of life.
research Sexual Hormones in Human Skin
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.
research Lichen Planopilaris: Chronic Scarring Alopecia with Autoimmune Component
Lichen planopilaris is a chronic, scarring hair loss condition with no definitive cure, requiring accurate diagnosis and treatment to manage symptoms.
research Black Women's Hair: The Main Scalp Dermatoses and Aesthetic Practices in Women of African Ethnicity
Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
research A New Label-Free Screen for Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Using LC-MS
Researchers developed a new method to find substances in herbs that can block a specific enzyme linked to hair loss.
research Demodex Folliculitis of the Scalp: Clinicopathological Study of an Uncommon Entity
Demodex mites rarely cause scalp infections leading to hair loss, but when they do, treatment is effective.
research Female Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update
Hair loss in women can be slowed with treatment, but more research needed for better solutions.
research Pattern Alopecia During Hormonal Anticancer Therapy in Patients with Breast Cancer
Some breast cancer patients on hormonal therapy may develop male or female pattern hair loss, which can sometimes be improved with topical treatments.
research Cuscuta Reflexa (Dodder Plant): A Critical Review on the Medicinal Plant Used in Ayurveda
The dodder plant has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial properties, and may promote hair growth.
research Current and Future Pharmacotherapy for Alopecia Areata
New treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Dystrophic Anagen Effluvium Occurring During Pegylated Interferon-α-2a/Ribavirin Therapy
A woman's hair loss during Hepatitis C treatment with PEG-INF-a-2a and Ribavirin was reversible after stopping the medication.
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.
research A Review of Skin and Hair Benefits of Licorice (Glycyrrhiza Glabra Linn)
Licorice helps with acne, eczema, dandruff, hair growth, and skin health but may raise blood pressure.
research Questions and Answers: Medical Inquiries and Treatments
Treatments for hair loss include estrogen therapy and special shampoos.
research Antioxidant Potential, Anti-Inflammatory Activity, Antidiabetic and Cardioprotective Effect of Microsechium Helleri (Peyr.) Cong.
Microsechium helleri extract has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and heart-protective benefits.