April 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This study found that QR678 Neo® significantly enhanced hair regrowth, density, and shaft diameter in males with advanced androgenetic alopecia undergoing hair transplant surgery, compared to a conventional method, making it a promising adjunct treatment option.
July 2025 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that platelet-rich plasma significantly improved hair growth parameters in androgenic alopecia patients and was even more effective when combined with minoxidil, particularly in reducing vellus hair.
July 2022 in “Hair transplant forum international” In this study, long-term use of finasteride 1 mg/day was found to be highly effective and safe for treating androgenetic alopecia in Japanese men, particularly those under 40 or in early stages of the condition, with minimal adverse reactions reported.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new tool helps better assess and treat hair loss in Chinese men.
January 2025 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” This study found that patients with trichodynia associated with androgenetic alopecia had significantly higher levels of substance P in both tissue and serum compared to healthy controls, suggesting a potential role for this neurotransmitter in the condition's pathogenesis.
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study observed that androgenetic alopecia significantly impacts the quality of life in males, with personal relationships being notably affected, based on Dermatology Life Quality Index and hair-specific Skindex-29 assessments.
This phase II study found that a 0.05% topical dutasteride solution was more effective than oral finasteride (1 mg/day) in increasing hair count and width in males with androgenetic alopecia over 24 weeks, without causing irritation.
January 2022 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” In this study, intradermal injections of extracellular vesicles over six months were reported to be safe and effective in improving hair growth among patients with pattern hair loss, with favorable response linked to specific patient factors and treatment volumes.
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August 2007 in “Annals of Anatomy - Anatomischer Anzeiger” Feathers become harder as they develop due to a change in keratin type.
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July 2021 in “JAMA Dermatology” This study found that androgenetic alopecia is significantly associated with moderate impairment of health-related quality of life and emotions, but not with depressive symptoms.
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January 2018 in “Journal of dermatology & dermatologic surgery” This review compares European and U.S. treatment guidelines for hidradenitis suppurativa and reports no definitive standard, highlighting the need for more randomized controlled trials.
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September 2021 in “Journal of Pharmacopuncture” This study reviews Korean medicine treatments for alopecia and found potential benefits, though side effects like pruritus and headache were reported; further research is needed to solidify treatment guidelines.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” This review discusses the clinical efficacy, safety, and mechanisms of Autologous Micrografting Technology for androgenetic alopecia, reporting significant short-term improvements in hair density and thickness.
June 2025 in “IntechOpen eBooks” This chapter highlights the potential of exosomes as innovative agents in cosmetic dermatology, noting their ability to promote skin rejuvenation and target issues like wrinkles, photoaging, and hair loss.
April 2024 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This article discusses the development of liquid platelet-rich fibrin as a potential improvement over platelet-rich plasma for treating androgenetic alopecia and reports no new clinical results.
November 2021 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study found that a new FAW-FS algorithm improved recognition of depression in patients with androgenic alopecia, and comprehensive psychological interventions positively impacted their rehabilitation outcomes.
January 2020 in “Advances in Sexual Medicine” This study suggests that female sexual dysfunction is not significantly associated with female pattern hair loss, but it may be more strongly influenced by age and parity in premenopausal women.
October 2023 in “Biomaterials” This review highlights the potential of nanotechnology for hair follicle regeneration, focusing on strategies such as hair cycle modulation, progenitor cell stimulation, and wound-induced hair neogenesis, while also discussing regulatory challenges that may affect the development of these innovative approaches.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that the prevalence of androgenetic alopecia was significantly higher among smokers compared to nonsmokers, though the severity wasn't linked to smoking intensity.
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December 1997 in “The British Journal of Psychiatry” This document outlines the indications, dosing, side effects, and contraindications for Epilim in epilepsy treatment, with no new research findings presented.
December 2025 in “npj Breast Cancer” In the phase 3 CAPItello-291 trial, capivasertib combined with fulvestrant significantly increased progression-free survival in patients with advanced breast cancer with specific genetic alterations, but the authors highlight that managing side effects like diarrhea, rash, and hyperglycemia is crucial for optimizing treatment adherence and outcomes.
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March 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that platelet-rich plasma may effectively increase hair follicle numbers in men with androgenetic alopecia, but changes in hair thickness plateaued after the second injection.
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August 2008 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” In this study, researchers observed that in advanced androgenetic alopecia, increased DNA damage in the frontal bald area may lead to cell apoptosis due to impaired repair capacity.
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December 2010 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study suggests that low proliferation rates in bald areas of androgenetic alopecia patients, along with persistent inflammatory infiltrate, may lead to follicular miniaturization and fibrosis.
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June 2009 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, researchers observed that follicular microinflammation significantly contributes to the early stages of male androgenetic alopecia, potentially leading to perifollicular fibrosis and follicle destruction as the condition progresses.
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July 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found elevated tissue levels of DKK-1 in patients with both androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata compared to controls, suggesting DKK-1 as a potential therapeutic target for these conditions.
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March 2015 in “Carcinogenesis” This study found that WNT10A is significantly upregulated in human esophageal squamous cell carcinoma and is associated with enhanced tumor cell migration, invasion, and poor survival.
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February 2013 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This study found that people with androgenic alopecia, particularly women, are more prone to anxiety and depression, often adopting avoidant coping strategies, which are linked to emotional and psychological impacts rather than clinical severity.
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February 2014 in “BMC Research Notes” This study found that male androgenic alopecia patients using the X5 hair laser device showed a statistically significant increase in hair growth over a 26-week period.
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January 2016 in “Journal of Microbial & Biochemical Technology” This study found that the free androgen index (FAI) is a superior marker of hyperandrogenism in men with premature androgenetic alopecia compared to DHEAS and testosterone levels.