research Disorders of the Scalp and Hair
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
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research Relationship Between Androgenic Alopecia and White Matter Hyperintensities in Apparently Healthy Subjects
Hair loss can indicate brain aging and potential small vessel disease, but more research is needed to understand the clinical impact.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Impact on Health
PCOS affects women's health by increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and reproductive issues.
research Evaluation of Hyperandrogenemia and Metabolic Risk Profile in Women With Postadolescent Acne
Many women with postadolescent acne also have hormonal imbalances and are at higher risk for metabolic issues.
research Efficacy and Safety of Combination Therapy in Androgenetic Alopecia: Randomized Uncontrolled Evaluator Blind Study
Combination therapy with higher concentrations of minoxidil can lead to rapid hair growth in pattern baldness with no significant side effects.
research Association of Androgenetic Alopecia with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Case Control Study
Hair loss linked to prostate enlargement; stress and family history important factors.
research Androgen Modulation of Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling in Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgens may block hair growth signals, targeting this could treat hair loss.
research Alopecia and the Metabolic Syndrome
Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.
research Association Between Androgenetic Alopecia and Coronary Artery Disease in Young Male Patients
Hair loss linked to heart disease in young men.
research Diffuse Scarring Alopecia in a Female Pattern Hair Loss Distribution
Scarring hair loss found in female pattern; biopsy needed for diagnosis.
research The Potential of Circulating Endothelial Cells as Prognostic Biomarkers in Prostate Cancer
CEC levels may be a useful marker for predicting prostate cancer progression.
research Androgen Receptor Gene Polymorphism (SNP RS6152) – Its Relationship to Androgen-Sensitive Genes Expression in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Carcinoma of the Prostate, and Androgenetic Alopecia
Gene variation affects prostate issues and hair loss.
research Gene-Wide Association Study Between the Aromatase Gene (CYP19A1) and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Aromatase gene variation may increase female hair loss risk.
research Frequency, Severity, and Related Factors of Androgenetic Alopecia in Dermatology Outpatient Clinic: Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study in Turkey
AGA more common in men, increases with age, linked to family history, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and smoking.
research An X-Linked Gene Involved in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Lesson to Be Learned from Adrenoleukodystrophy
Gene linked to common hair loss found, may lead to new treatments.
research Expert Consensus on the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia in India
Early diagnosis and a combination of treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, are recommended for managing hair loss in India.
research Hair Loss in Men: Causes and Treatments
Male-pattern hair loss is normal, often involves hormone effects on hair follicles, and can be treated with medication or surgery, but new treatments are being researched.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Men Aged 40-69 Years: Prevalence and Risk Factors
Hair loss increases with age; alcohol raises risk, more female partners lowers it.
research Androgen Sensitivity Gateway to COVID-19 Disease Severity
Men's sensitivity to male hormones might affect how severe COVID-19 gets for them.
research Approach to the Adult Female Patient with Diffuse Nonscarring Alopecia
The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
research Association of Androgenetic Alopecia With Mortality From Diabetes Mellitus and Heart Disease
Hair loss links to higher death risk from diabetes and heart disease; not a direct cause, but a marker for risk factors.
research Genetics and Other Factors in the Etiology of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss has unclear causes, possibly involving genetics, hormones, and environment, and needs better treatments.
research Androgen Receptor Gene Polymorphisms and Risk for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Meta-Analysis
G allele of AR Stul polymorphism linked to higher hair loss risk, especially in white people.
research Cholesterol Homeostasis: Links to Hair Follicle Biology and Hair Disorders
Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.
research Effect of Ultraviolet Radiation, Smoking, and Nutrition on Hair
Ultraviolet rays damage hair, smoking may cause hair loss, and good nutrition is important for hair health, but genetics mainly decide hair thickness.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Policemen: Higher Prevalence and Different Risk Factors Relative to the General Population (KCIS No. 23)
Policemen have more hair loss due to obesity, sunlight exposure, and stress.
research Update on the Genetics of Androgenetic Alopecia, Female Pattern Hair Loss, and Alopecia Areata: Implications for Molecular Diagnostic Testing
Genetic factors affect hair loss, and molecular testing may help predict, diagnose, and treat it.
research The Biology of Hair Growth
Hair growth is influenced by hormones and goes through different phases; androgens can both promote and inhibit hair growth depending on the body area.
research Molecular Genetics of Alopecias
Scientists have found specific genes linked to different hair loss conditions, which could lead to new treatments.
research Challenges in Diagnosing Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss diagnosis is challenging and should use dermoscopy and histopathology instead of pattern recognition, as hormones may not always be the cause.