January 2017 in “Indian journal of drugs in dermatology” Saw palmetto extract may help with hair loss and acne but needs more research on safety and long-term effects.
January 2014 in “Cosmoderma” The document concludes that personalized treatment plans for hair loss in Asian men are necessary and more research is needed to develop effective guidelines.
The conclusion is that there's a link between high testosterone levels, insulin resistance, and certain skin conditions, regardless of obesity.
December 2022 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Adding cetirizine to minoxidil improves hair growth and thickness in women with androgenetic alopecia.
102 citations,
July 2020 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Hormones like testosterone and estrogen significantly affect hair growth and structure.
52 citations,
January 2017 in “Dermatology” Swiss experts recommend specific guidelines for diagnosing and treating hidradenitis suppurativa to improve patient care.
48 citations,
May 2013 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal” Primary cicatricial alopecia, a rare disorder causing permanent hair loss, is hard to diagnose and treat, with treatments like anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids offering varied results and no guaranteed cure. Psychological support for patients is important, and future research should aim to identify causes of the condition.
44 citations,
May 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” Insulin resistance might not be enough to worsen blood vessel function in young, nonobese women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
29 citations,
November 2022 in “Nature Medicine” Genetic variations greatly affect individual metabolism and can impact health and disease risk.
21 citations,
December 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” T-cells in alopecia areata scalp show abnormal regulation, leading to less inflammation.
16 citations,
April 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Laser treatment can effectively reduce unwanted hair growth, particularly for people with fair skin and dark hair.
14 citations,
May 2022 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” New hair follicle-targeting treatments show promise for hair disorders but need more research on safety and effectiveness.
14 citations,
April 2007 in “Journal of aging and health” Balding men had lower bone density, while balding women had higher hip bone density.
13 citations,
February 2022 in “JAMA Dermatology” Spironolactone does not increase cancer risk and may lower prostate cancer risk, but more research is needed.
12 citations,
January 2020 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Female pattern hair loss has multiple causes and treatments, with new therapies showing promise.
11 citations,
August 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” The document concludes that using a person's own fat cells (SVF) can significantly increase hair thickness and density, suggesting it could be a promising treatment for hair loss.
9 citations,
February 2022 in “Biomolecules” Drinking a lot of alcohol increases the risk of prostate cancer and can worsen the condition.
9 citations,
January 2020 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” Frontal fibrosing alopecia is a poorly understood condition with increasing cases and unclear treatment effectiveness.
9 citations,
January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” A woman's hair loss from graft versus host disease helps understand similar hair loss conditions.
6 citations,
September 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Oxidative stress worsens PCOS by damaging cells and disrupting metabolism, suggesting antioxidant treatments might help.
6 citations,
January 2023 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Combining yoga and certain herbs can effectively manage PCOS symptoms and improve quality of life.
6 citations,
June 2021 in “EClinicalMedicine” ALRV5XR significantly improves hair density in women with hair loss and is well-tolerated.
5 citations,
December 2022 in “The journal of the Intensive Care Society/Journal of the Intensive Care Society” Transgender patients in critical care need better-trained medical staff and specific guidelines.
3 citations,
October 2022 in “International Journal of Impotence Research” Testosterone Replacement Therapy can improve sexual health in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on its long-term effects.
3 citations,
January 2022 in “Precision medicine and clinical omics” Beta-sitosterol and stigmasterol might help prevent hair loss by blocking a specific enzyme.
2 citations,
January 2023 in “Pharmaceuticals” Natural products and phytochemicals may help with hair regrowth, but more research is needed.
2 citations,
June 2022 in “Molecules” Connarus semidecandrus Jack extract promotes hair growth and thickness, reduces prostate cancer cell growth, and could potentially be used as a treatment for hair loss.
1 citations,
November 2022 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Platelet-rich plasma can increase hair density and may help treat some skin conditions, but it's costly, not FDA-approved, and needs more research.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “Faculty reviews” The best long-lasting results in treating hair loss may be achieved through combination therapy, including treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma injections.
1 citations,
November 2021 in “Biomedicines” Understanding how acne develops in different diseases could lead to new treatments.