8 citations,
September 2008 in “Medical Hypotheses” The paper suggests that hair loss might be caused by skull growth, not just DHT's effect on hair follicles, and calls for more research.
1 citations,
June 1942 in “JAMA” Middle-aged men are usually either bald or gray, not both.
2 citations,
January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Coffee and tea might help hair growth in balding individuals, but side effects and alternative uses are being considered.
A bald man grew hair on his head after taking a drug called diazoxide, but lost it again when he stopped the medication.
2 citations,
January 2020 in “Journal of Experimental Social Psychology” Baldness and shaved heads change how traits are seen but don't really affect leader preferences.
January 2023 in “Acta historiae medicinae, stomatologiae, pharmaciae, medicinae veterinariae” Historical baldness remedies were varied and often based on superstition.
April 2023 in “Acta Scientific Orthopaedics” The essay suggests hair loss might be caused by changes in skull bones.
7 citations,
June 2021 in “Trends in Food Science and Technology” Western diet may cause male pattern baldness; low glycemic diet with magnesium could help.
68 citations,
February 1990 in “Journal of Applied Social Psychology” Bald men are often viewed more negatively and as older than they really are.
11 citations,
February 2011 in “Current Zoology” About 20% of Japanese macaques had head alopecia, and stress and environment might cause hair loss.
1 citations,
November 2019 in “Applied sciences” Human hair provides more UV protection when aligned and at higher angles, but the scalp still gets UV exposure.
April 2016 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Men are increasingly removing body hair for looks and cleanliness, and while hair loss can cause distress, it doesn't affect their self-esteem as much as it does in women.
7 citations,
May 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.
9 citations,
March 1985 in “Head & Neck Surgery” Topical minoxidil is the most promising treatment for male pattern hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
2 citations,
January 1908 in “Journal of the American Medical Association” Fear of hair-related issues causes significant mental distress, especially in high-stress women.
May 2012 in “Scientific American” New app improves storm surge predictions; advances in baldness treatment show potential but require time.
May 2012 in “Scientific American” Blocking a compound called prostaglandin D₂ might help treat hair loss.
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair loss can cause emotional and social issues, and various treatments, including medication, surgery, and psychological support, are needed.
180 citations,
September 1999 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss affects self-esteem and quality of life; treatments can help.
7 citations,
July 2019 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair loss can indicate or worsen with systemic diseases, and treating the underlying condition is important.
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Hair restoration greatly improved George's confidence and self-identity.
39 citations,
September 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Herbs can potentially treat hair loss by inhibiting a key enzyme and promoting hair growth, and deficiencies in zinc, biotin, and iron are linked to hair loss.
19 citations,
January 2001 in “Dermatology + psychosomatics” The review concluded that male pattern baldness is mostly seen negatively, affecting attractiveness and social appeal.
19 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Ultraviolet rays damage hair, smoking may cause hair loss, and good nutrition is important for hair health, but genetics mainly decide hair thickness.
18 citations,
May 1992 in “American Journal of Biological Anthropology” Higher androgen levels do not cause baldness in men.
12 citations,
January 2010 in “Hair transplant forum international” The survival rates of hair grafts are similar regardless of how they are trimmed.
11 citations,
May 2009 in “Medical Hypotheses” Male pattern baldness is an unintended side effect of the body's use of androgens for muscle growth, especially in those genetically prone to it.
8 citations,
January 1996 in “Springer eBooks” Male pattern baldness may be caused by factors like poor blood circulation, scalp tension, stress, and hormonal imbalances, but the exact causes are still unclear.
8 citations,
January 1989 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This text talks about how to treat hair loss in women. It suggests different options and stresses the importance of support.
8 citations,
January 2013 in “BioMed Research International” Age, gender, and hair loss affect scalp characteristics differently in young Caucasian adults.