research Notes from the Editor Emeritus
Scalp tools, tracking progress, targeting scalp inflammation, and avoiding certain hair treatments can improve female hair loss treatment.
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research Hair: A Review of Prominent Scalp Hair Changes Throughout a Female's Life
Women's hair gets thinner and grayer as they age, with treatments available for hair loss and graying.
research Study on Serum Abnormalities in Korean Female Pattern Hair Loss Patients
Korean women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of ferritin, testosterone, and vitamin D than average.
research Meetings and Studies: Review of the 2nd International Congress on the Use of Growth Factors, Cell Therapy, and Platelet Rich Plasma in Dermatology January 18-19, 2013, Milan, Italy
The congress discussed using growth factors for hair treatments and a workshop focused on female hair loss.
research Notes from the Editor Emeritus: Medical Therapy for Hair Loss: What We Know and What We Need to Find Out
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss; minoxidil also helps female hair loss, with some treatments needing more research.
research Causes and Management of Hair Loss in Women
The document concludes that hair loss in women can be caused by various factors and is managed with specific treatments like medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes.
research Estrogen Induces VEGF Expression in Dermal Papilla Cells
Estrogen increases a growth factor in hair cells which might affect hair loss.
research Clinical Approach to Focal Hairless Patch with Dermoscopy
Dermoscopy helps diagnose different hair loss conditions, and characteristics vary among ethnicities and individual cases.
research Hair Casts
Hair casts are often mistaken for head lice, scalp pain in hair loss is linked to certain nerve factors, eyelash growth treatment is safe and effective, and nail shedding in children may follow hand-foot-mouth disease.
research Increased Expression of Nerve Growth Factor and Neurokinin-1 Alarm the Hair Loss in Females with Trichodynia
Higher levels of certain nerve-related proteins are linked to hair loss in women with scalp pain.
research Abnormal Fingerprints and Immigration Delay Disease
Many adult women experience unexplained excessive hair shedding, often starting before age 40.
research Acne Fulminans: Explosive Systemic Form of Acne
Taking finasteride daily can effectively and safely increase hair density and thickness for women with hair loss.
research Neurogenic Rosacea: A Distinct Clinical Subtype Requiring a Modified Approach to Treatment
Iron deficiency is not more common in women with hair loss, and neurogenic rosacea may need different treatment.
research Low-Level Light Therapy and Hair Loss
Low-level light therapy is FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss, increases hair count and strength, and is considered safe for use.
research Hair Loss in Women: Female Androgenetic Alopecia and Female Pattern Hair Loss
The document concludes that hair loss in women can be treated with topical treatments or hormone therapy depending on the cause.
research Foreword
The birth control pill containing ethinylestradiol and chlormadinone may help treat acne and other skin and hair conditions related to hormones.
research The Incidence and Types of Alopecia in Patients With Thyroid Disease
Women with thyroid disease are more likely to experience female pattern hair loss, especially if they've had thyroid disease for a long time.
research Hair Follicular Expression of Integrin Alpha-6 Subunit and p63 in Hair Loss
Integrin alpha-6 and p63 proteins may play a role in hair loss and are important for hair growth and maintenance.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of a New Classification of Pattern Hair Loss That Is Universal for Men and Women: Basic and Specific (BASP) Classification
The BASP classification is a detailed system for categorizing hair loss in both men and women, but it may be complex for beginners and not fully suitable for grading female hair loss.
research This Month in Archives of Dermatology
Topical steroids help Erosive Lichen Planus, finasteride with birth control aids Female Pattern Hair Loss, young age helps Occupational Hand Eczema prognosis, quitting smoking is key for Diffuse Dermal Angiomatosis, and a 3-site Botulinum Toxin A injection is effective for glabellar wrinkles.
research The Childbearing Years: Hair Diseases
Different hair diseases affect people during childbearing years, with treatments ranging from medication to psychological support.
research Use of Low-Dose Spironolactone in Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Specialty Alopecia Clinic
Low-dose spironolactone effectively treats female pattern hair loss with mild side effects.
research Efficacy and Safety of ENERGI-F701 Solution Versus 2% Minoxidil Solution for Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Phase II, Multi-Center, Randomized, Double-Blind, Head-to-Head, Parallel Trial
ENERGI-F701 solution was found to be more effective and safer than Regaine® 2% minoxidil solution in treating female pattern hair loss, with increased hair density and less side effects.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Therapeutic Update
Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.
research Possible Association of Female-Pattern Hair Loss with Alteration in Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels
Low vitamin D levels are linked to higher rates of hair loss in women.
research A Systematic Review of Clinical Trials Using Single or Combination Therapy of Oral or Topical Finasteride for Women in Reproductive Age and Postmenopausal Women with Hormonal and Nonhormonal Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral and topical finasteride are effective and safe for treating female hair loss.
research A Study to Assess the Relationship Between Female Pattern Hair Loss and Levels of Serum 25 Hydroxyvitamin D and Ferritin
Low levels of vitamin D and ferritin may increase the risk of female pattern hair loss.
research A Cross-Sectional, Observational Study of the Clinico-Epidemiological Profile of Female Pattern Hair Loss in Western India and Its Association With Metabolic Syndrome
Female pattern hair loss in Western India is common and often linked to metabolic syndrome.
research Evaluation of Topical Sodium Valproate-Loaded Nano Spanlastics Formulation Versus Minoxidil 5% in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss Using Transdermal Delivery: A Comparative Study
Topical Valproic acid and 5% Minoxidil both significantly increase hair count in Female Pattern Hair Loss, with similar side effects.
research Comparative Study Between the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Sildenafil Citrate Solution and Topical Minoxidil 5% in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical minoxidil 5% is better for treating female pattern hair loss than topical sildenafil 1%.