27 citations,
September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that using specific tools and tests is essential for identifying the cause of hair loss and deciding on the right treatment.
25 citations,
June 2018 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Combined microneedling and minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
21 citations,
April 2016 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Metabolic syndrome linked to female hair loss; waist size and high blood pressure important factors.
19 citations,
May 2020 in “Cells” Substance from human umbilical cord blood cells promotes hair growth.
13 citations,
September 2015 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Transplanting hair from the nape and around the ear to the hairline and temples generally satisfies patients and looks natural.
11 citations,
January 2015 in “Annals of Dermatology” Using a hair removal laser can make hairs finer for better hairline correction in hair transplants, with most patients happy and few side effects.
10 citations,
June 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Frontal fibrosing alopecia may be linked to genital Lichen sclerosus through an autoimmune process.
7 citations,
February 2016 in “Dermatology and therapy” t-Flavanone helps improve male pattern hair loss by making hair roots stronger.
7 citations,
June 1992 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Hair transplantation is a viable treatment for some types of female hair loss, with careful donor assessment and attention to psychological factors.
6 citations,
January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” A man with rare Lichen Planopilaris lost body hair, not scalp hair, and treatment stopped itching but didn't regrow hair.
4 citations,
December 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Thread monofilament and minoxidil together increase hair growth in female androgenetic alopecia.
2 citations,
January 2023 in “Curēus” Low-dose naltrexone may help reduce redness in certain scalp conditions.
2 citations,
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Both sutures and staplers are equally effective for hair transplant donor area closure, but staplers are faster and easier to use.
October 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Folliculitis Decalvans and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia can coexist in people with darker skin, showing features of both conditions.
A hair transplant using hair from the back of the head and pubic area was successful in creating a feminine hairline for a male-to-female transgender person.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Gender affects hair and scalp characteristics, with differences in hormone responses, graying patterns, and trace metals.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Some alternative treatments may help with hair loss, but more evidence is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
June 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” New scale reliably assesses male hair loss with female pattern.
Detailed history and physical examination are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
September 2015 in “SelfCare Journal” Two treatments for male pattern hair loss are minoxidil and finasteride, but they have side effects and may not satisfy everyone.
88 citations,
June 2009 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine” To manage diffuse hair loss, identify the cause, improve nutrition, remove triggers, and use specific treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.
86 citations,
July 2012 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” There may be a connection between Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus, and more research is needed to confirm this.
66 citations,
April 2002 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride increases hair weight and count in men with hair loss.
47 citations,
December 2020 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that understanding and treating hair loss requires recognizing its various types and using appropriate diagnostic tools and treatments.
46 citations,
September 2010 in “Southern Medical Journal” Hair loss treatments include medications and new methods like low-level light therapy, which may work by boosting cell activity and blood flow.
45 citations,
March 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” A systematic approach is crucial for managing hair loss in women.
40 citations,
June 2009 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” AGA patients have fewer hairs and smaller follicles; T:V ratio above 4:1 may indicate AGA.
36 citations,
December 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia stabilized with treatment, especially younger ones, using intralesional corticosteroids and tacrolimus.
32 citations,
November 2012 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Hair restoration surgery has advanced, focusing on natural results and may improve further with new techniques and therapies.
27 citations,
March 2013 in “Social Semiotics” Commercial hair loss websites promote Propecia by making men feel insecure about baldness and suggesting it's a medical issue needing treatment.