October 2023 in “Clinical medicine and medical research” Thyroid function may influence hair loss after COVID-19.
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
January 2015 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” A protein combining parathyroid hormone and collagen helped hair regrow in mice with a hair loss condition.
191 citations,
February 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Some herbal therapies may help with skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
165 citations,
January 2014 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.
91 citations,
December 2017 in “Systems Biology in Reproductive Medicine” Lower SHBG levels may increase the risk of PCOS.
78 citations,
May 1989 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Spironolactone effectively reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and is generally well-tolerated.
76 citations,
December 2009 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hormonal treatments can help with acne but are not the first choice due to side effects and the need for careful patient selection.
58 citations,
November 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” SHBG may be a useful early indicator and treatment target for PCOS.
57 citations,
February 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Biotin supplements are not proven to improve hair or nails and may interfere with medical tests.
34 citations,
March 2003 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Most dogs with alopecia had higher than normal levels of certain hormones, but hair loss might not always be linked to these hormone changes.
32 citations,
March 2021 in “Journal of endocrinological investigation” Thyroid hormones are important for skin health and changes in them can affect conditions like hair loss and eczema.
31 citations,
September 2006 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Testosterone therapy may slightly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women, but its long-term safety is unknown.
26 citations,
June 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Regenerative therapies show promise for treating vitiligo and alopecia areata.
25 citations,
October 2015 in “Dermatology” Dapsone improved pustular psoriasis in patients who didn't respond to other treatments and is considered a well-tolerated option.
22 citations,
November 2005 in “BMC Cancer” Gemcitabine and paclitaxel are effective and safe as first-line treatment for metastatic breast cancer.
12 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” Certain gene variations are linked to higher male hormone levels in Chinese women with PCOS and insulin resistance.
4 citations,
April 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology Research and Therapy” Anti-androgens are safe and effective for treating moderate to severe adult female acne.
1 citations,
March 2024 in “Signal transduction and targeted therapy” NF-κB signaling is crucial in many diseases and can be targeted for new treatments.
February 2008 in “Medical & surgical dermatology” Some treatments like topical oxygen and stem cells show promise for wound healing and hair growth, but evidence for modern dressings over traditional ones is limited.
50 citations,
December 1999 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Finasteride improves hidradenitis suppurativa but not for child-bearing women.
39 citations,
January 2019 in “Cells” Gene therapy has potential as a future treatment for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome.
31 citations,
January 2017 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” Low testosterone and 5α-reductase inhibitors can harm men's metabolic and sexual health; testosterone therapy may help, but discussing 5α-RIs' side effects is important.
19 citations,
March 2012 in “Clinical Endocrinology” FAI values above 6.4 may suggest high androgen levels and increased metabolic risks in Chinese women of reproductive age.
19 citations,
October 2008 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Anti-cancer treatments can cause reversible hair loss, skin sensitivity, pigmentation changes, nail damage, and skin reactions, with a need for more research on managing these side effects.
11 citations,
August 2014 in “Current Urology Reports” Medications for enlarged prostate can cause sexual side effects like reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory problems.
8 citations,
May 2021 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology” Different levels of anti-Müllerian hormone can help diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome in women of different ages.
7 citations,
September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Smoking increases early hair loss risk in men; quitting may help prevent it.
5 citations,
May 2020 in “Diagnostics” Lower zinc levels may predict less effective hair loss treatment.
5 citations,
May 2017 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating acne in female adolescents, with specific treatments for those with endocrine disorders.