research Hirsutism and Virilization in the Female
The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
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research Hair Loss Effects and Surgical/Drug Treatments for Alopecias
Hair loss can cause emotional and social issues, and various treatments, including medication, surgery, and psychological support, are needed.
research Psychological Characteristics of Women with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Controlled Study
Women with AGA often face anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem; psychological support is important.
research A Comparison of the Culture and Growth of Dermal Papilla Cells from Hair Follicles from Non-Balding and Balding (Androgenetic Alopecia) Scalp
Balding hair follicle cells are smaller, grow less well, and need more effort to culture than non-balding cells.
research Changes in Hair Weight and Hair Count in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia After Application of 5% and 2% Topical Minoxidil, Placebo, or No Treatment
Minoxidil increases hair weight and count temporarily in men with hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia at Various Ages and Prostate Cancer Risk in an Equal Access Multiethnic Case Control Series of Veterans
Early baldness increases prostate cancer risk, radiotherapy and surgery have similar second cancer rates, and ALA may reduce prostate cancer risk.
research Validity of Self-Reported Male Balding Patterns in Epidemiological Studies
Men can report their own balding patterns well enough for large health studies.
research Excellent Response to Mesotherapy as Adjunctive Treatment in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Mesotherapy helps treat male hair loss effectively.
research Androgenetic, Diffuse, and Senescent Alopecia in Men: Practical Evaluation and Management
The conclusion is that treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can prevent baldness progression and improve hair density, but more research is needed on other therapies.
research No Association Between Serum Ferritin Levels Greater Than 10 μg/l and Hair Loss Activity in Women
Higher iron levels in the blood are not linked to increased hair loss in women.
research Age, Lifestyle, and Self-Perceptions of Hair: Is There an Association with Hair Diameter and Tensile Properties?
Older age and certain lifestyles are linked to thinner, weaker hair, while how you see your hair relates to its thickness.
research The Current Status of Seborrheic Alopecia in Young People and Its Correlation with Fungal Infections
Seborrheic alopecia in young people is linked to fungal infections, especially Malassezia.
research Lipid Profile in Androgenetic Alopecia
People with early-onset androgenetic alopecia may have a higher risk of heart disease due to abnormal blood lipid levels.
research Scalp Psoriasiform Contact Dermatitis with Acute Telogen Effluvium Due to Topical Minoxidil Treatment
Minoxidil treatment for hair loss can cause scalp allergy and severe hair loss.
research Postpartum Telogen Effluvium Unmasking Additional Latent Hair Loss Disorders
Postpartum hair loss can reveal hidden hair loss conditions.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Review Article
Female pattern hair loss is common, linked to polycystic ovarian syndrome, and treated with topical Minoxidil.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Recommendations of the Polish Dermatological Society
Use trichoscopy to diagnose hair loss; treat with minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride; consider platelet-rich plasma and spironolactone.
research Dialogues in Dermatology: Highlights from 2011
2011 dermatology discussions highlighted stem cell hair treatments, new lichen planopilaris therapies, skin side effects from cancer drugs, emerging allergens, and the link between food allergies and skin issues.
research Cutis Verticis Gyrata Associated With Chronic Traction Alopecia
Tight hairstyles can cause a rare scalp condition with thick skin folds.
research Types of Hair Loss and Treatment Options, Including the Novel Low-Level Light Therapy and Its Proposed Mechanism
Hair loss treatments include medications and new methods like low-level light therapy, which may work by boosting cell activity and blood flow.
research Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss with the Androgen Receptor Antagonist Flutamide
Flutamide improves female hair loss when other treatments fail, but may cause liver toxicity.
research Role of Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1 Receptor in Female Androgenetic Alopecia
IGF-1R may play a role in female hair loss and could be a treatment target.
research Hair Loss in Women: Medical and Cosmetic Approaches to Increase Scalp Hair Fullness
Female pattern hair loss can be treated with medications, surgery, and cosmetic products, considering its psychological impact.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss in Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome
Hair loss in women may have causes other than hormones.
research A Study of Correlation of Angiographic Evaluation of Coronary Artery Disease with Androgenetic Alopecia – TricoHeart Study
Female pattern baldness may indicate a higher risk of coronary artery disease.
research Topical Minoxidil Adherence in Patients With Alopecia
People who use minoxidil for hair loss often stop within 3.5 months due to lack of improvement, so educating them early on may help them stick with it.
research Association Between Alopecia Areata, Psoriasis Vulgaris, Thyroid Disease, And Metabolic Syndrome
Autoimmune and metabolic issues are linked, and treating one may worsen another.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss, Sebum Excretion, and the End-Organ Response to Androgens
Hair loss in women not always linked to increased oil production; other factors may be involved.
research Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss with a Combination of Spironolactone and Minoxidil
Spironolactone and minoxidil together effectively treat female pattern hair loss.