Yonnyuniksoogobon-dan, an herbal mix, was found to promote hair growth in mice.
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More men have androgenic alopecia than women, with stress linked to the condition in both genders.
Topical 5% minoxidil is safe and effective for treating hair loss in Korean men.
December 2008 in “한국미용학회지” Sandalwood and rose absolute oils significantly promote hair growth.
Scalp med(R) effectively and safely improves hair count and thickness in men with androgenetic alopecia.
December 2007 in “한국미용학회지” Peppermint and rosemary oil mixture promotes hair growth similar to minoxidil and has antibacterial effects.
April 2007 in “한방재활의학과학회지” Saengbal-eum promotes hair growth similarly to Minoxidil and could be used for alopecia treatment.
A man got an allergic skin reaction after using a 5% minoxidil solution for hair growth, suggesting it's important to check the ingredients of such solutions.
The project developed and tested a method using plasma rich platelets to treat hair loss.
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April 2011 in “Epilepsia” The drug combination significantly reduced epileptic drop attacks in patients.
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Trichology” The document concludes that injecting platelet-rich plasma can effectively treat androgenetic alopecia, a type of hair loss.
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September 2015 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” The document concludes that "Dictamnus" has a rich cultural history and potential as a herbal medicine, warranting more research into its effects and safety.
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October 2015 in “Endocrine Practice” The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
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November 2007 in “Archives of Dermatology” Smoking linked to hair loss in Asian men.
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October 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Hidradenitis suppurativa is caused by genetic factors, inflammation, bacteria, hormones, and lifestyle factors like obesity and smoking.
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October 2005 in “Archives of Dermatology” Shorter, thinner hairs indicate AGA, while longer, thicker hairs suggest CTE; counting and measuring shed hairs helps diagnose hair loss type.
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October 2009 in “Archives of Dermatology” Loose anagen hair syndrome, often affecting young girls, can be diagnosed with a hair-pull test and usually gets better on its own, but severe cases may need treatment.
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November 2009 in “Archives of dermatology” Alefacept does not effectively treat severe alopecia areata.
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October 2020 in “Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews” Higher androgen levels might make COVID-19 worse, especially in men.
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November 2009 in “Archives of Dermatology” Calcipotriol doesn't prevent hypertrophic scars, but keratinocyte activation is important in scar formation.
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May 2019 in “Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews” High fasting insulin levels in women with PCOS are linked to a higher risk of heart and metabolic problems.