research Risk of Depression After 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Medication: Meta-Analysis
Taking 5 alpha reductase inhibitor medication slightly increases the risk of depression, especially as you get older.
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research How Far Should We Investigate Diffuse Alopecia in Women?
Routine thyroid tests for diffuse alopecia in women may not be necessary, but checking for iron deficiency anemia could be useful.
research Minoxidil for Patchy Alopecia Areata: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Minoxidil effectively and safely treats patchy hair loss, but more research needed.
research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias
The document concludes that permanent hair loss conditions are complex, require early specific treatments, and "secondary permanent alopecias" might be a more accurate term than "secondary cicatricial alopecia."
research Clinicopathological Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Early treatment of fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution may improve outcomes.
research Use of Cyproterone Acetate in the Treatment of Acne, Hirsutism, and Virilism
Cyproterone acetate is effective for acne but less so for hirsutism and alopecia, with some side effects and quick menstrual cycle recovery after treatment.
research Taiwanese Dermatological Association Consensus for the Prevention and Management of Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor-Related Skin Toxicities
The guidelines help doctors manage skin problems from certain cancer treatments to improve patients' lives.
research Randomized Trial of Electrodynamic Microneedling Combined with 5% Minoxidil Topical Solution for Treating Androgenetic Alopecia in Chinese Males and Molecular Mechanistic Study of the Involvement of the Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling Pathway
Microneedling with 5% minoxidil improves hair loss in Chinese men by activating Wnt/ß-catenin pathway.
research Injectable Platelet-Rich Fibrin with Stem Cells for the Treatment of Alopecia: A Report of Three Patients
The treatment improved hair growth in three patients with alopecia.
research The Effectiveness of Finasteride and Dutasteride Used for 3 Years in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively stop or reverse hair loss in women with androgenetic alopecia, with dutasteride being more effective for women under 50.
research Dermoscopic Evaluation of Therapeutic Response to an Intralesional Corticosteroid in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is effective for treating patchy hair loss, and dermoscopy helps detect treatment response and side effects early.
research Use of an Alternating Inflatable Head Pad in Patients Undergoing Open Heart Surgery
An alternating inflatable head pad reduced pressure ulcers and hair loss in heart surgery patients.
research Safety of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Hair Loss: A Multicenter Study of 1404 Patients
Low-dose oral minoxidil safely treats hair loss, with hypertrichosis as main side effect.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata With the Janus Kinase Inhibitor Upadacitinib: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Upadacitinib improved hair regrowth and quality of life in alopecia areata patients with minimal side effects.
research Antimicrobial Properties of Wild Oregano Extracts: A Compilation and Review of Current Research
Nutricosmetics with active ingredients can help with hair loss and improve hair growth.
research The Biology and Genomics of Human Hair Follicles: A Focus on Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss in Androgenetic Alopecia is caused by genetics, aging, and lifestyle, leading to hair follicle shrinkage and related health risks.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: A Clinicopathologic Study of Fifty Cases
The conclusion is that Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp is a rare condition best treated with strong topical steroids and sometimes systemic treatment.
research A Rare Case of Cutis Verticis Gyrata with Underlying Cerebriform Intradermal Nevus
A patient with a scalp condition and benign skin tumor experienced hair loss and did not improve with treatment, choosing not to have surgery despite a small cancer risk.
research A Clinical and Biological Guide for Understanding Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia and Its Prevention
Scalp cooling can help prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss with a 50-90% success rate and is safe for patients.
research Use of Vitamins and Minerals in the Treatment of Hair Loss: A Cross-Sectional Survey Among Dermatologists in Saudi Arabia
Many dermatologists in Saudi Arabia recommend vitamins and minerals for hair loss, often based on personal experience rather than strong evidence.
research Quality of Life in Young Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Mixed Methods Study
Hair loss lowers young men's self-esteem, increasing social anxiety and affecting daily life.
research Impairment of Autophagy May Be Associated with Follicular Miniaturization in Androgenetic Alopecia by Inducing Premature Catagen
Impaired autophagy may cause hair loss by triggering early catagen.
research Niosomal Delivery of Pumpkin Seed Oil: Development, Characterization, and Physical Stability
The pumpkin seed oil niosomes are promising for skin and hair treatments because they are stable and effectively deliver the oil.
research Progress of Clinical Research on Fractional Laser Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review Article
Fractional laser therapy is a promising, effective, and minimally invasive treatment for hair loss.
research Oral Tofacitinib in Moderate and Severe Alopecia Areata: Case Series of 14 Patients
Tofacitinib helped regrow hair in most patients with severe hair loss.
research Minoxidil for Endocrine Therapy–Induced Alopecia in Women With Breast Cancer—Saint Agatha’s Blessing?
Topical minoxidil improves hair loss in 80% of women with breast cancer undergoing endocrine therapy.
research Safety of Antiandrogens for the Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia with Respect to Gynecologic Malignancies
Spironolactone is safe for treating female hair loss, but the safety of other drugs is uncertain.
research Cross-Sectional Quality of Life Assessment in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss lowers quality of life, causing embarrassment, frustration, and sexual rejection.
research Comparative Study of Online Over-The-Counter Hair Loss Products
Most over-the-counter hair loss treatments lack strong evidence of effectiveness but cost nearly as much as the proven treatment, minoxidil.
research Long-Term Treatment with Finasteride 1 mg Decreases the Likelihood of Developing Further Visible Hair Loss in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride 1 mg helps prevent more hair loss in men with male pattern baldness.