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research Cosmetic Procedures in the Treatment of Alopecia
Some cosmetic procedures show promise for treating hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Cap Wearing and Quality of Life in Patients with Androgenic Alopecia Amongst Indian Population
Wearing a cap doesn't affect quality of life for Indian men with hair loss, but severe hair loss does lower it. Older men have more severe hair loss, and those who wear caps more often want less treatment.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview, Diagnosis, and Treatment
AGA is a common hair loss disorder, and early diagnosis and treatment with minoxidil or finasteride can help reduce emotional distress.
research Vandetanib-Associated Alopecia Areata in a Patient with Metastatic Medullary Thyroid Cancer
A cancer patient developed a type of hair loss after starting a cancer drug called vandetanib.
research 31-Year-Old Woman With Alopecia
A woman's hair loss was treated successfully with iron supplements for her iron deficiency.
research Cicatricial Alopecias: Diagnosis and Treatment Complexities
The document concludes that more research is needed to better understand and treat scarring hair loss conditions.
research Comparative Study Between 2% Minoxidil Topical Spray vs. Intradermal Injection for Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Female Patients: A Controlled, 4-Month Randomized Trial
Mesotherapy is more effective than topical spray for female hair loss treatment.
research Alpha Smooth Muscle Actin Role in Androgenetic Alopecia Pathogenesis
Reduced alpha smooth muscle actin may cause hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
research Association of Hypertension and Hyperaldosteronism with Androgenetic Alopecia in Male Patients: Case Control Study
Androgenetic alopecia is not linked to higher risks of hypertension or hyperaldosteronism.
research Topical Solutions for Androgenetic Alopecia: Evaluating Efficacy and Safety
Topical treatments for hair loss can be effective but need careful safety evaluation.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Therapy Update
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
research Trichoscopy-Assisted Hair Pull Test: A Helpful Adjunct to Trichoscopy for Diagnosing and Managing Alopecias
The trichoscopy-assisted hair pull test is useful for diagnosing different types of hair loss.
research Comparison of Components of Metabolic Syndrome in Androgenic Alopecia Versus Healthy Population
People with androgenic alopecia are more likely to have metabolic syndrome than healthy individuals.
research In-Silico Study of Bioactive Compounds of Natural Materials as a JAK-Signal Transducer and Activator of Transcription Inhibitor for Anti-Alopecia
Three compounds from Dadap leaves may help treat hair loss.
research Finasteride in the Treatment of Female Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride may help postmenopausal women with hair loss but is not effective for all and should be used cautiously in premenopausal women.
research Scalp Alopecias in Richly Pigmented Patients
Hair care practices like using relaxers and tight braiding can lead to permanent hair loss in black women.
research Sulfotransferase SULT1A1 Activity in Hair Follicle: A Prognostic Marker of Response to Minoxidil Treatment in Androgenetic Alopecia
Sulfotransferase SULT1A1 activity may predict minoxidil treatment success for hair loss.
research Recurring Transient Lymphadenopathy After Microneedling With Platelet-Rich Plasma for Androgenetic Alopecia
Microneedling with platelet-rich plasma can cause temporary, painful lymph node swelling in some patients.
research A Comparative Study of Microneedling with PRP Plus Minoxidil (5%) and Minoxidil (5%) Alone in Androgenetic Alopecia
Microneedling with PRP and minoxidil (5%) improves hair growth more than minoxidil (5%) alone.
research Assessment of Male Pattern Androgenic Alopecia with Topical Niosomal Minoxidil
Niosomal minoxidil, when applied topically, increases hair count more than conventional minoxidil solution.
research Estimation of Serum Aldosterone, Free Testosterone, and DHEA-S and Scalp Androgen and Aldosterone Receptors in Female Androgenetic Alopecia: Is the Mystery Solved?
High aldosterone and free testosterone levels link to female hair loss; testing aldosterone may predict hypertension risk.
research The Psychological Effects of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
Hair loss can cause low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression in men.
research The Psychosocial Consequences of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of the Research Literature
Hair loss affects self-esteem and quality of life; treatments can help.
research Histopathology of Alopecia: A Clinicopathological Approach to Diagnosis
The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires good teamwork between skin doctors and lab experts.
research S1 Guideline for Diagnostic Evaluation in Androgenetic Alopecia in Men, Women, and Adolescents
Guidelines for diagnosing common hair loss include detailed history, clinical examination, and various diagnostic techniques.
research Patterned Androgenic Alopecia in Women
"Male-pattern" hair loss is common in women, especially after menopause, and doesn't always mean there's a problem with hormone balance.
research Prevalence of Androgenetic Alopecia in China: A Community-Based Study in Six Cities
Baldness is more common in Chinese men than women, increasing with age, and is influenced by genetics.
research Biochemical and Trichological Characterization of Diffuse Alopecia in Women
Diffuse alopecia in women may be related to androgens and iron deficiency, and basic hormone and nutrient screening is useful.
research Possible Mechanisms of Miniaturization During Androgenetic Alopecia or Pattern Hair Loss
Hair loss occurs due to fewer papillary cells, smaller follicles, and shorter growth phases.