September 2023 in “Cureus” Topical finasteride might be a good alternative for hair loss treatment with fewer side effects, but more research is needed.
A patient with patchy hair loss was successfully treated for Tumid Lupus Erythematosus after other treatments failed.
PRP with microneedling is more effective than PRP alone for treating hair loss.
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December 2021 in “Cureus” Low vitamin D levels are linked to hair loss, and vitamin D might help treat it.
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September 2015 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” Chemotherapy is crucial for treating gynecological cancers but requires careful management due to severe side effects.
April 2014 in “Significance” Unconventional home remedies can sometimes show surprising results.
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December 1981 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that parathyroid diseases have a range of clinical features and outcomes, with some conditions being treatable and others having a high risk of mortality.
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November 1999 in “Mycoses” A man in Japan got better from a scalp fungal infection using terbinafine.
Some dermatologists in Saudi Arabia prescribe Tofacitinib for hair loss, but many don't due to its unavailability and safety concerns.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Combination therapy with cyclosporine and low-dose corticosteroid shows favorable long-term results for treating alopecia areata.
December 2021 in “Cureus” Minoxidil alone is the most cost-effective treatment for male hair loss at a $50,000 threshold.
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July 2023 in “Cureus” Cetosomal minoxidil alone and with finasteride is effective and well-tolerated for hair loss treatment.
Garlic can help hair grow by activating certain growth pathways, and it works whether you eat it or apply it to your scalp.
Cetosomal minoxidil is safer and as effective as alcohol-based minoxidil for male hair loss treatment.
Scarring alopecia, a type of hair loss, is most common in females under 35, often caused by discoid lupus erythematosus and pseudopelade of Brocq. Skin punch biopsy and histopathology are key to identifying its cause.
August 1994 in “Drugs & Therapy Perspectives” Psoriasis treatments range from topical creams to systemic medications with serious side effects, and while treatments can manage symptoms, there is no cure.
February 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” New skin treatments in 1987-1988 showed effectiveness for various conditions, but some had side effects or risks.
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April 2022 in “Cureus” A healthy woman got a chest abscess from a fungal infection after gallbladder surgery, which was treated but caused temporary hair loss due to the antifungal medication.
Redensyl, saw palmetto, and biotin with platelet-rich plasma is a better treatment for hair loss than Procapil with platelet-rich plasma.
February 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Terbinafine is more effective than itraconazole for toenail fungus, especially in older patients, and debridement improves its effectiveness.
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October 1996 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Gene therapy shows promise for treating skin disorders and cancer, but faces technical challenges.
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Adding a zygomaticotemporal nerve block reduces pain more effectively during hair regrowth treatments.
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September 1977 in “Journal of Small Animal Practice” Mange in guinea pigs can be cured with gamma benzene hexachloride washes.
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August 1940 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Rats with a pellagra-like skin condition were cured by a vitamin found in yeast, later identified as vitamin B6.
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July 2021 in “Veterinary Medicine and Science” A cat's skin condition was fully cured with cyclosporine A after other treatments failed.
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October 2020 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” A boy's scalp rash and baldness were cured using oral medication and medicated shampoo.
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January 2022 in “Cureus” A man's hair grew back to almost normal 7 months after COVID-19 without needing treatment.
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January 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Zinc can help with some skin problems, but its effectiveness varies depending on the condition.
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January 2018 in “Curēus” Subcutaneous contraceptives can cause side effects like menstrual changes, headaches, weight gain, and pain at the implant site.