5 citations,
June 2019 in “JAAD Case Reports” Imiquimod used intravaginally for cervical issues can cause temporary hair loss, especially if severe side effects occur.
July 2017 in “Nursing2023” Actemra is approved for a specific artery condition, HIV treatment adherence has improved, women may pay more for a hair loss product, and incorrect dosing of blood thinners can be risky.
39 citations,
October 2014 in “Schweizerische medizinische Wochenschrift” Cyclophosphamide has serious side effects, but long-term follow-up can help manage risks.
October 2022 in “European heart journal” Higher stress levels were found about two weeks before a heart attack.
12 citations,
January 2011 in “Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine” This therapy effectively treats resistant alopecia areata with minimal side effects.
14 citations,
February 2013 in “PubMed” Patients treated with long-term intralesional corticosteroids for alopecia areata should be monitored for bone density changes and advised on osteoporosis prevention.
522 citations,
January 2001 in “Cancer investigation” Doxil is an effective, modified chemotherapy drug with a unique toxicity profile and shows promise in treating certain cancers.
10 citations,
June 2006 in “Fertility and Sterility” The conclusion is that metformin is a first-line treatment for PCOS, particularly for restoring ovulation and increasing pregnancy rates, with other treatments depending on specific symptoms.
Higher disease activity in systemic lupus erythematosus is strongly linked to more internal organ damage.
17 citations,
June 2012 in “The Anatolian journal of cardiology” Premature hair graying may be a sign of increased risk for heart disease, indicating biological age is more important than actual age.
7 citations,
October 2017 in “The Prostate” Baldness in men with prostate cancer is linked to higher levels of certain sex hormones, but chest hair density is not.
4 citations,
July 2001 in “Personality and Individual Differences” Men with moderate hair loss had the best spatial thinking, and long-term DHT might affect cognition.
1 citations,
March 1994 in “Proceedings of the British Society of Animal Production” Prolactin and melatonin affect the growth of Angora and Cashmere goat hair differently.
501 citations,
October 2008 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Hair cortisol levels can show increased stress during late pregnancy but only for up to six months.
72 citations,
February 2011 in “American Journal of Biological Anthropology” The conclusion is that recognizing hair growth cycles can improve the precision of dietary and health assessments from hair analysis.
38 citations,
August 2012 in “Biochemical and biophysical research communications” Human leukocytes and beard hair follicle cells have internal daily clocks, and PER1 and PER3 genes may indicate individual circadian rhythms.
30 citations,
August 1983 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions, and it's important to diagnose these properly and support the child's mental health.
23 citations,
January 2015 in “Stem cells international” Coating surfaces with human hair keratin improves the growth and consistency of important stem cells for medical use.
23 citations,
December 2001 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Permanent hair removal is hard, but using longer laser pulses at lower power might improve results.
10 citations,
December 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” After menopause, some women lose scalp hair and gain facial hair, with patterns suggesting different underlying causes.
8 citations,
March 2014 in “American Journal of Pathology” Damaged hair follicles make mice more prone to skin inflammation and skin cancer after UV exposure.
8 citations,
January 2008 in “Pediatric dermatology” Hair gels may cause split ends in children.
7 citations,
December 1995 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” The O'Connor Tweezer Dexterity Test effectively screens for skilled surgical hair restoration assistants.
6 citations,
March 2012 in “Journal of Accounting Education” Regal Hair Salon records gift card sales as liabilities and recognizes revenue when redeemed.
4 citations,
July 2020 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” All hair removal methods irritate underarm skin and cause dryness, with shaving being less irritating but more drying than plucking or waxing.
4 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” Excessive cell phone use may cause hair loss due to electromagnetic radiation.
3 citations,
December 2014 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” Men with a certain baldness pattern at age 40-50 may have a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
A 32-year-old man with early graying hair shows a unique pattern, suggesting more research is needed on why hair grays early.
March 2024 in “Frontiers in reproductive health” Women of color in Northern Manhattan view hair care as important to their identity and culture, and education on harmful chemicals in hair products is needed.
December 2023 in “Advances in economics, management and political sciences” Consumers prefer general hair care products over those specifically for hair loss.