research Alopecia: Unapproved Treatments or Indications
Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.
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research Review of Oral Minoxidil as Treatment of Hair Disorders: In Search of the Perfect Dose
Oral minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, with women needing lower doses (0.25 to 2.5 mg daily) and men needing higher doses (1.25 to 5 mg daily).
research Change of the Diagnostic Distribution in Applicants to Dermatology After COVID-19 Pandemic: What It Whispers to Us?
The COVID-19 pandemic led to fewer dermatology visits and changed the types of skin conditions patients experienced.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma and Its Utilities in Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment has been found effective in promoting hair growth for alopecia patients, with minimal side effects like temporary pain and redness.
research Pseudofolliculitis Barbae: Current Treatment Options
The document concludes that stopping shaving or removing affected hair can alleviate Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB).
research 5α-Reductase Isozymes and Aromatase mRNA Levels in Plucked Hair from Young Women with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Higher enzyme levels found in women with hair loss, suggesting hormone imbalance.
research A Preliminary Study on Topical Cetirizine in the Therapeutic Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Topical cetirizine improves hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia, but more research is needed.
research An Open-Label Randomized Multicenter Study Assessing the Noninferiority of a Caffeine-Based Topical Liquid 0.2% Versus Minoxidil 5% Solution in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Caffeine-based liquid 0.2% is as effective as minoxidil 5% for treating male hair loss.
research RASopathic Alopecia: Hair Changes Associated with Vemurafenib Therapy
Vemurafenib therapy can cause hair loss, but clobetasol propionate foam can help regrow hair.
research Becker Nevus Syndrome
The document reports the first Brazilian case of a girl with Becker nevus syndrome, characterized by skin changes, breast underdevelopment, and scoliosis.
research A Randomized Blinded Retrospective Study: The Combined Use of Micro-Needling Technique, Low-Level Laser Therapy, and Autologous Non-Activated Platelet-Rich Plasma Improves Hair Re-Growth in Patients with Androgenic Alopecia
Using micro-needling, low-level laser therapy, and platelet-rich plasma together significantly improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
research An Update on Drug-Induced Pigmentation
Some drugs can cause skin and hair color changes, often reversible when the drug is stopped.
research Male Pattern Baldness and Risk of Incident Skin Cancer in a Cohort of Men
Men with male pattern baldness have a higher risk of certain skin cancers, especially on the scalp.
research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias
The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
research Adipose-Derived Stem Cell Exosomes Promoted Hair Regeneration
Fat stem cell particles help regrow hair.
research Formulation of Sodium Valproate Nanospanlastics as a Promising Approach for Drug Repurposing in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Sodium Valproate nanospanlastics could be a safe and effective treatment for Androgenic Alopecia, with fewer side effects than minoxidil.
research The Evolution of Healthy Skin to Acne Lesions: A Longitudinal, In Vivo Evaluation with Reflectance Confocal Microscopy and Optical Coherence Tomography
Acne lesions start with changes in hair follicles and increase in inflammation, suggesting a cycle that could affect treatment strategies.
research Distinctive Lupus Panniculitis of Scalp with Linear Alopecia Along Blaschko's Lines: A Review of the Literature
Lupus panniculitis of the scalp causes linear hair loss and needs ongoing treatment to prevent recurrence and lupus.
research Clinicopathologic Study of 90 Cases of Trichofolliculoma
Trichofolliculoma is a unique benign tumor mainly affecting middle-aged adults' faces, often misdiagnosed without histopathology.
research Enhanced Effect of Fibroblast Growth Factor-2-Containing Dalteparin/Protamine Nanoparticles on Hair Growth
FGF-2&D/P nanoparticles can help treat hair loss.
research Distinguishing Diffuse Alopecia Areata from Pattern Hair Loss Using CD3+ T Cells
CD3+ T-cell presence is a reliable marker to tell apart alopecia areata from pattern hair loss.
research Clinicoepidemiological Observational Study of Acquired Alopecias in Females Correlating with Anemia and Thyroid Function
The study concluded that hair loss in Indian women is not significantly linked to anemia or thyroid problems, but checking thyroid function could help those with ongoing hair loss.
research Follicular Density and Ratios in Scarring and Nonscarring Alopecia
Nonscarring alopecia has higher hair density than scarring alopecia, and hair density can help diagnose the type of alopecia.
research Is Propionibacterium Acnes Associated With Hair Casts And Alopecia?
Propionibacterium acnes might be linked to hair casts and possibly alopecia.
research Lactoferrin Promotes Hair Growth in Mice and Increases Dermal Papilla Cell Proliferation Through Erk/Akt and Wnt Signaling Pathways
Lactoferrin helps mice grow hair by increasing cell growth and hair follicle development.
research Are Hair Follicle Stem Cells Promising Candidates for Wound Healing?
Hair follicle stem cells are promising for wound healing but require more research for safe clinical use.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Obesity and the Metabolic Syndrome
Obesity is linked to various skin disorders, which can help with early diagnosis and prevention of long-term health issues.
research Unusual Patterns of Presentation of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Clinical and Trichoscopic Analysis of 98 Patients
Trichoscopy helps diagnose frontal fibrosing alopecia, even with unusual patterns.
research Cutaneous Features of Myotonic Dystrophy Types 1 and 2: Implications of Premature Aging and Vitamin D Homeostasis
Patients with myotonic dystrophy often have skin problems that suggest early aging and vitamin D issues, and the severity of these problems is linked to their genetic condition and vitamin D levels.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Androgenic Alopecia: Indications, Technique, and Potential Benefits
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment can potentially increase hair density and quality in people with hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.