June 2024 in “Saudi Journal of Medicine” This study found that platelet-rich plasma therapy significantly increased hair diameter and density in male androgenetic alopecia patients over six months, particularly in those with AGA durations up to five years.
June 2024 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” The document corrects errors in a table about hair loss in women.
This protocol outlines a study to evaluate whether photobiomodulation, alone or with melatonin, promotes hair regrowth in dogs with Alopecia X, reporting no new results yet.
June 2024 in “Dermatology and therapy” This study reviewed recent advancements in using botulinum toxin for treating androgenetic alopecia and emphasized the need for further research to determine the most effective injection sites and depths, as current strategies show inconsistent results.
May 2024 in “Aesthetic plastic surgery” This meta-analysis suggests that combining platelet-rich plasma with minoxidil enhances hair growth and patient satisfaction more effectively than using either treatment alone for androgenetic alopecia.
May 2024 in “Lasers in medical science” In this retrospective study, a combined therapy of ablative fractional Er: YAG laser and medication was more effective in treating male androgenetic alopecia than medication alone, without causing serious adverse effects, as evaluated over 24 weeks.
April 2024 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This study investigates the role of retinoic acid in regulating hair follicle stem cell homeostasis to identify new potential targets for treating androgenetic alopecia.
April 2024 in “Clinical dermatology review (Print)” In this study, trichoscopy was found to be an effective noninvasive tool for diagnosing female pattern hair loss at early stages, potentially eliminating the need for scalp biopsies.
April 2024 in “Skin research and technology” This study found that combining a single SVF injection with PRP sessions did not significantly enhance hair growth outcomes compared to PRP injections alone in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
March 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This study examined trichoscopic findings in androgenetic alopecia, reporting that hair diameter variability, vellus hairs, and the peripilar sign are valuable indicators for diagnosing this condition.
March 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” This study found that in sheep, the microRNA oar-miR-377 regulates hair follicle development by targeting the SLC24A2 gene, and identified a genetic variation associated with wool quality, suggesting potential markers for breeding.
March 2024 in “Chinese medicine and natural products” In this study, microneedle combined with 5% topical minoxidil significantly increased hair count in androgenetic alopecia, suggesting it as a potential additional therapy option; however, microneedle alone had limited effects.
March 2024 in “INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH” This study found that platelet-rich plasma therapy may effectively improve hair density and related parameters in men with androgenetic alopecia, with results differing based on specific platelet counts.
This study found that expression and variants of the KRT84 gene are associated with important wool traits in Gansu Alpine Fine-wool sheep, suggesting its potential use as a genetic marker for wool trait selection.
February 2024 in “Dermatology Reports” In this randomized controlled trial, combining 4-weekly microneedling with 5% minoxidil significantly increased hair density and diameter in men with androgenetic alopecia compared to minoxidil alone, while side effects were minor and tolerable.
January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study reported that the 1565 nm non-ablative fractional laser treatment significantly improved various hair growth indices in patients with androgenetic alopecia compared to 5% minoxidil, demonstrating its superior clinical efficacy and safety for treating this condition.
January 2024 in “Cosmetics” In this study, Brazilian postmenopausal women reported that menopause significantly deteriorates the quality of their skin, nails, and hair, negatively affecting self-esteem and quality of life, with a need for better understanding of hormone replacement therapy's dermatological effects.
January 2024 in “Asian Journal of Medical Sciences” In this study, researchers in South India observed that dermoscopic features like hair diameter diversity and miniaturized hair were common in female pattern hair loss, with yellow dots and honeycombing indicating more advanced stages, highlighting dermoscopy's utility in diagnosing and differentiating FPHL early.
January 2024 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study compared the effectiveness of topical finasteride, oral finasteride, and topical minoxidil over 12 months in postmenopausal women with androgenetic alopecia, exploring their therapeutic effects on this population. Results are not reported in the abstract.
December 2023 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” This study found that dermoscopy of the axilla in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia revealed significantly higher odds of brownish peripillary halos, suggesting a diagnostic clue for the condition in this region.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study concluded that while both 5% topical and 1 mg oral minoxidil significantly improved hair diameter in androgenetic alopecia patients, there was no significant difference in overall effectiveness or patient satisfaction between the treatments.
November 2023 in “Translational Medicine Communications” In this study, researchers found that Derinat, a TRPCs inhibitor, reduced oxidative stress and prolonged the anagen phase of hair growth in mice, supporting its potential as a therapy for androgenetic alopecia by improving clinical outcomes and enhancing quality of life for those affected.
This review of SVF treatment for androgenetic alopecia found a significant increase in hair density across studies with no serious adverse events, but calls for standardized protocols and further research.
October 2023 in “Recima21” This review found that platelet-rich plasma treatment is effective for androgenetic alopecia, significantly increasing hair diameter in both sexes, but only improving hair density in men.
September 2023 in “Medicine” In this case report, a 41-year-old man with moderate androgenic alopecia showed an increase in hair density and improvements in hair characteristics after using Zimmer aqueous spray containing Zimmer herbal extract powder for 3 months, suggesting its potential as an alternative treatment for hair loss.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this study, FAPD was characterized in a Chinese population by perifollicular mast cell infiltration, suggesting young individuals may be at higher risk than previously thought.
September 2023 in “The Journal of Dermatology” In this study, injecting dermal sheath cup cells into affected areas of pattern hair loss improved hair thickness and patient-reported hair appearance in 62.9% of the participants, with better results in women, without serious side effects.
September 2023 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Using minoxidil with microneedling increases hair count for hair loss without serious side effects.
August 2023 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This meta-analysis found that PRP monotherapy improved hair density in androgenetic alopecia patients but did not affect hair diameter, with stronger effects observed in male subjects.
July 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this study, the application of topical cetirizine 1% once daily for four months in Egyptian male patients with androgenetic alopecia led to a significant increase in terminal hairs and improved hair diversity, with promising safety and efficacy outcomes.