8 citations,
April 2016 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Right hand finger ratio may predict male hair loss.
June 2020 in “Journal of Evolution of medical and Dental Sciences” Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment effectively reduces hair fall and increases hair growth in patients with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA), but it may cause pain.
45 citations,
September 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” PRP shows promise for hair loss treatment, with three initial monthly injections and maintenance every 3-6 months.
37 citations,
April 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Female hair loss linked to metabolic syndrome, not in males.
34 citations,
July 2014 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Hair loss linked to metabolic issues and insulin resistance; early assessment may reduce future health risks.
17 citations,
February 2013 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention” Early balding at 40 increases prostate cancer risk.
The combined treatment increased hair density in most patients with Androgenetic Alopecia.
May 2020 in “Journal of Asian Medical Students' Association” Hair loss severity is linked to depression, not anxiety, in Filipino men, with older, less educated men with more hair loss at higher risk.
33 citations,
October 2004 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Large prostate links to more hair loss, but age of onset doesn't affect it.
25 citations,
January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Premature balding in some men may be linked to altered hormones, but it's not the male equivalent to polycystic ovary syndrome or metabolic syndrome.
20 citations,
January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair loss linked to heart disease in young men.
15 citations,
October 2016 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” People with hair loss have worse cholesterol levels, possibly linking hair loss to heart problems.
15 citations,
November 2015 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” No clear link between hair loss and metabolic syndrome, but some differences in blood pressure and glucose levels.
11 citations,
October 2015 in “Dermatology and therapy” Finasteride doesn't negatively affect sexual function in Indian men with hair loss.
7 citations,
March 2020 in “Lasers in Medical Science” LLLT is a safe, promising hair loss treatment, but more research needed.
7 citations,
December 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.
5 citations,
December 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP treatment improves hair count, density, and reduces hair loss in AGA patients.
2 citations,
December 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” New grading scale accurately measures hair loss severity and treatment effectiveness.
Early-onset baldness is linked to genetics, lifestyle, and can indicate higher risk for heart and metabolic diseases, and affects mental health.
62 citations,
March 2008 in “American Journal of Human Genetics” Hair loss gene found on chromosome 3q26.
32 citations,
February 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology” Dutasteride safely promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss, with mild side effects.
30 citations,
March 2015 in “Journal of Dermatology” Hair thickness differences help diagnose hair loss severity.
21 citations,
May 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Overweight smokers have worse hair loss.
16 citations,
May 2013 in “Urology” Metabolic syndrome linked to urinary symptoms; hair loss not significant.
8 citations,
June 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Men with early hair loss have lower vitamin D levels.
8 citations,
November 2019 in “Dermatologic Clinics” AGA treatments like minoxidil and LLLLT are safe and effective for gender minority patients.
5 citations,
January 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Topical cetirizine 1% promotes hair growth in male androgenetic alopecia patients.
1 citations,
October 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Possible link between hair loss and metabolic syndrome, with RANTES as a potential clue.
May 2024 in “International journal of research in dermatology” Low vitamin D levels are linked to increased risk of male pattern baldness.
March 2019 in “European archives of medical research” Platelet-rich plasma injections are a cheap and effective way to reduce hair loss and improve hair quality in people with mild to moderate androgenetic alopecia.