1 citations,
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Combination of minoxidil and finasteride is more effective in increasing hair diameter than minoxidil alone for female-pattern hair loss.
June 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” SFRP2 and PTGDS may be key factors in female hair loss.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The algorithm can effectively diagnose different types of female hair loss with proper history, examination, and tests.
January 2014 in “International Journal of Athletic Therapy and training” A female runner's hair loss was caused by stress from surgery and recovery, but her hair returned to normal in 5 months.
November 2020 in “Acta Scientific Women's Health” Low vitamin D levels can significantly contribute to hair loss, especially in women aged 35-45. Correcting these levels early may help prevent and treat this condition.
August 2019 in “Journal of Dermatology” Woman with diabetes had hair loss due to rare ovarian tumor; surgery improved hair growth.
August 2002 in “Zeitschrift für Hautkrankheiten” Female pattern hair loss affects crown, increases with age, and has limited treatments.
6 citations,
March 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Low IGF-1 and high HDL cholesterol levels are linked to more hair loss in middle-aged women.
4 citations,
April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair loss in women is complex to diagnose and treat, and hair restoration should be done by experts. Using minoxidil before surgery can help manage post-surgery hair shock loss. The Follicular Unit Transplantation method is recommended for women due to its speed, no need for shaving, and better graft quality. Strategies like L, T, and reverse L patterns can help restore central hair density, and regenerative methods can improve graft survival in hair transplants.
21 citations,
October 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Testosterone therapy helped 63% of androgen-deficient women grow scalp hair, but more research is needed.
15 citations,
January 2016 in “Przeglad Menopauzalny” Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients is important for menopausal women to manage hair loss.
August 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 4 citations,
December 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Thread monofilament and minoxidil together increase hair growth in female androgenetic alopecia.
Detailed history and physical examination are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
14 citations,
August 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Low-dose oral minoxidil is a safe treatment for hair loss, with the main side effect being excessive hair growth. Other side effects like foot swelling, low blood pressure when standing, and heart rate changes are rare.
3 citations,
January 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” Nanostructured delivery systems could potentially improve hair loss treatment by targeting drugs to hair follicles, reducing side effects and dosage, but the best size, charge, and materials for these systems need further investigation.
2 citations,
January 2014 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Using 5% Minoxidil solution with oral chelated zinc supplement can effectively treat female pattern hair loss.
1 citations,
December 2019 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” PRP shows promise for short-term hair growth, especially in young men.
April 2014 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Mesotherapy with natural extracts and vitamins can improve hair loss and promote regrowth in most women.
December 2020 in “Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases” No strong link between testosterone or DHEAS levels and acne or hair loss in females.
June 2022 in “Our Dermatology Online” Trichoscopy is essential for early detection and monitoring of female-pattern hair loss.
December 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Female pattern hair loss in Saudi women is linked to low iron and vitamin D levels.
175 citations,
November 2009 in “PLOS ONE” Women look young for their age due to larger lips, less sun damage, and genes that prevent gray hair and wrinkles.
21 citations,
November 2012 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Both genetic and lifestyle factors significantly affect female hair loss.
9 citations,
November 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Low serum ferritin levels are linked to hair loss in women.
8 citations,
March 2015 in “PubMed” 5% minoxidil foam effectively treats female hair loss.
3 citations,
January 2020 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Certain gene variations in the Vitamin D Receptor are linked to higher risk of female hair loss.
3 citations,
January 2017 in “Indian journal of health sciences and biomedical research KLEU” Low iron levels are significantly linked to hair loss in women.
2 citations,
June 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Lower levels of certain genes in hair cells improve hair loss treatment outcomes.
May 2024 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society /Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society” Combining fractional CO2 laser and PRP is very effective for treating female hair loss.