87 citations,
December 2016 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors may develop alopecia, but some hair regrowth is possible with treatment.
61 citations,
April 2009 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Docetaxel and paclitaxel for breast cancer can cause permanent, severe hair loss.
22 citations,
January 2002 in “Treatments in endocrinology” Birth control pills help treat skin and hair growth problems linked to high male hormone levels.
January 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Thyroid disease can cause hair loss and treating thyroid problems might help with hair disorders.
January 2003 in “Elsevier eBooks” Androgens and other hormones affect hair growth and skin conditions like acne.
Hair loss can cause significant social and emotional issues, especially for women and young men.
40 citations,
September 2003 in “Archives of Dermatology” Finasteride slightly better long-term, minoxidil faster initial results, but stopping minoxidil may cause hair loss.
July 2014 in “Disease-a-Month” The document gives treatment advice for various skin conditions, like using metronidazole for perioral dermatitis and minoxidil for hair loss.
13 citations,
June 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome had all 20 nails detach but improved with treatment.
14 citations,
January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Liposomes improve the delivery and effectiveness of cosmetic ingredients but face challenges like cost and stability.
54 citations,
October 2019 in “Australian Journal of General Practice” Accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing superficial fungal infections, with terbinafine being the best oral treatment for nail infections.
June 2024 in “Regenerative Therapy” iPSCs show promise for hair regeneration but need more research to improve reliability and effectiveness.
October 2023 in “Journal of Preventive Diagnostic and Treatment Strategies in Medicine” Low ferritin and Vitamin D levels may cause hair loss after COVID-19.
8 citations,
June 2021 in “Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology” Extracts from Alnus sibirica and oregonin may help with hair growth and prevent hair loss.
3 citations,
May 2018 in “Journal of nutritional health & food science” Nutritional supplements can help manage hair loss and promote hair growth by strengthening hair roots and countering harmful effects of pollution, smoking, and deficiencies in vitamins and minerals.
January 2023 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The nutritional supplement Pilopeptan® WOMAN improved hair growth and thickness in women with hair loss.
August 2023 in “Tzu Chi Medical Journal” Iron deficiency is the main cause of hair loss in women, and iron supplements started within 6 months can improve hair health.
January 2020 in “Open Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology” All women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) in a study had at least one skin disorder, with the most common being excessive hair growth, acne, dark skin patches, hair loss, and oily skin.
1 citations,
July 2017 in “Clinical research in dermatology” Hair loss, known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is often caused by hormones and can be diagnosed using noninvasive techniques. Treatments include topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, with new treatments being explored. There may also be a link between this type of hair loss and heart disease risk.
1 citations,
September 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Telogen effluvium is a condition that causes temporary hair loss due to stress or shock to the body.
July 2016 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” The meeting showcased rare skin disease cases, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
7 citations,
June 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Tranilast successfully treated a man's skin sarcoidosis when other treatments failed.
December 2020 in “Revista da Sociedade Portuguesa de Dermatologia e Venereologia” The document's conclusion cannot be summarized because the content is not accessible or understandable.
11 citations,
January 2010 in “Springer eBooks” 15 citations,
March 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Seborrhoeic dermatitis may cause a condition called "seborrhoeic folliculitis," leading to chronic scalp inflammation and scarring hair loss.
4 citations,
August 1978 in “PubMed” Many women's hair loss is due to health issues, medication, nutrition, or stress.
2 citations,
July 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Scalp biopsy helps tell apart permanent and temporary hair loss types and guides treatment.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” A 62-year-old woman with hair loss and scalp itching was diagnosed with lichen planopilaris, treated initially with topical corticosteroids, and other possible treatments include systemic steroids, antimalarials, and more.
1 citations,
October 2013 in “BMJ” A man's sudden hair loss and color change to white was diagnosed as alopecia areata and it improved on its own after six months.
6 citations,
October 2014 in “PubMed” Autoimmune diseases like lupus, dermatomyositis, and scleroderma can cause hair loss and other hair problems, and treatments for these diseases might also affect hair.