28 citations,
January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” COVID-19 may cause early hair loss similar to classic temporary hair loss, with further research needed.
23 citations,
January 2019 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Finasteride improves hair growth and reduces hirsutism in women, but side effects and optimal dosages need further research.
9 citations,
October 2014 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Temporary hair loss can occur after brain AVM treatment but usually regrows in 8 weeks.
3 citations,
February 2005 in “Journal of Quantitative Spectroscopy & Radiative Transfer/Journal of quantitative spectroscopy & radiative transfer” Iron and zinc levels in hair are not linked to hair loss from chemotherapy.
2 citations,
September 1980 in “Experientia” Polyethylene alanine caused hair loss in young lab animals but not in adults, with hair regrowth occurring within 20 days.
1 citations,
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” AGA is a common hair loss disorder, and early diagnosis and treatment with minoxidil or finasteride can help reduce emotional distress.
1 citations,
April 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing rare hair loss disorders and that more research is needed to improve treatment strategies.
July 2024 in “Forum Dermatologicum” Topical treatments for hair loss can be effective but need careful safety evaluation.
May 2024 in “World Journal Of Advanced Research and Reviews” Low iron levels are strongly linked to chronic hair loss in women.
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
Oral minoxidil is as effective and safe as topical minoxidil for treating female pattern hair loss.
June 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Early-onset AGA shows different hair and metabolic characteristics compared to normal-onset AGA.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” AGA is a common hair loss affecting both genders, treated with various therapies to promote regrowth and slow thinning.
239 citations,
November 2000 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride doesn't effectively treat hair loss in postmenopausal women.
163 citations,
November 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Low iron levels may be linked to some types of hair loss in women.
145 citations,
November 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Use minoxidil for hair loss treatment; assess results after 6 months.
62 citations,
January 2003 in “Dermatology” Sunlight worsens hair loss; protect scalp.
40 citations,
August 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” Some alternative treatments for hair loss might work, but more research is needed.
27 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document concludes that primary scarring alopecias cause permanent hair loss, have unpredictable outcomes, and lack definitive treatments, requiring personalized care.
19 citations,
February 2013 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Nonscarring alopecia has higher hair density than scarring alopecia, and hair density can help diagnose the type of alopecia.
16 citations,
June 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, especially androgenetic alopecia, but needs more research for better understanding.
14 citations,
April 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Antiandrogen therapy helps treat genetic hair loss.
10 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Cold caps and certain drugs may help prevent or reduce hair loss from chemotherapy, but more research is needed.
8 citations,
June 2012 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A rare form of alopecia causes hair thinning without bald spots and may be more common than thought, responding well to steroid treatment.
4 citations,
May 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Redenyl lotion effectively promotes hair growth and improves quality of life for androgenetic alopecia patients.
2 citations,
August 2002 in “Zeitschrift für Hautkrankheiten” Telogen effluvium is a hair loss condition caused by various factors and requires a thorough examination to diagnose and differentiate from other hair loss types.
2 citations,
January 2018 in “Dermatology Review/Przegląd Dermatologiczny” Use trichoscopy to diagnose hair loss; treat with minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride; consider platelet-rich plasma and spironolactone.
1 citations,
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Some cosmetic procedures show promise for treating hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
Minoxidil helps stimulate hair growth and enlarge small follicles in common hair loss, but doesn't stop it, and its effects can be boosted when combined with finasteride.
1 citations,
April 2017 in “Drugs & Therapy Perspectives” Use antiandrogens and other treatments for hair loss.