research An Open, Randomized, Comparative Study of Oral Finasteride and 5% Topical Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral finasteride works better than topical minoxidil for hair growth, both are safe.
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research Low-Level Laser Therapy and Hair Regrowth: An Evidence-Based Review
Low-level laser therapy is safe and can increase hair growth for male and female pattern hair loss.
research Dermatologic Care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Persons
LGBT individuals have unique skin health needs, including higher STD risks and side effects from gender-affirming treatments, requiring dermatologists to offer knowledgeable and culturally competent care.
research Emerging Treatments in Alopecia
New alopecia treatments aim for better results and fewer side effects.
research Higher Body Mass Index Is Associated With Greater Severity of Alopecia in Men With Male-Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia in Taiwan: A Cross-Sectional Study
Higher BMI links to worse hair loss in Taiwanese men.
research The Diagnosis and Treatment of Hair and Scalp Diseases
Hair loss requires customized treatments based on its various causes and types.
research Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Male-Pattern and Female-Pattern Hair Loss, 2017 Version
Use finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss treatment.
research Efficacy and Safety of Low-Level Light Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Self-Comparison, Sham Device-Controlled Trial
Low-level light therapy safely improves hair coverage, thickness, and count in androgenetic alopecia patients.
research Hair Follicle Growth by Stromal Vascular Fraction-Enhanced Adipose Transplantation in Baldness
SVF-enhanced adipose transplantation shows potential as a hair loss treatment.
research Preparation and Evaluation of a Multimodal Minoxidil Microemulsion Versus Minoxidil Alone in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia of Mixed Etiology: A Pilot Study
Multimodal minoxidil microemulsion is more effective in treating hair loss than minoxidil alone.
research Autologous Cell-Based Therapy for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss Using Dermal Sheath Cup Cells: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Double-Blinded Dose-Finding Clinical Study
DSC cell injections significantly improved hair density and diameter, showing potential as a hair loss treatment.
research Attitudes, Behaviors, and Expectations of Men Seeking Medical Treatment for Male Pattern Hair Loss: Results of a Multinational Survey
Most men with hair loss worry, try self-treatments, and delay doctor visits due to cost, uncertainty, and embarrassment.
research Intradermal Injections of a Hair Growth Factor Formulation for Enhancement of Human Hair Regrowth: Safety and Efficacy Evaluation in a First-in-Man Pilot Clinical Study
The QR 678 hair growth treatment was safe and effective for hair regrowth in men and women.
research Male Pattern Baldness in Relation to Prostate Cancer-Specific Mortality: A Prospective Analysis in the NHANES I Epidemiologic Follow-Up Study
Men with male pattern baldness have a higher risk of dying from prostate cancer.
research The New Paradigm for Androgenetic Alopecia and Plant-Based Folk Remedies: 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Reversal of Secondary Microinflammation, and Improving Insulin Resistance
Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.
research Roxithromycin Antagonizes Catagen Induction in Murine and Human Hair Follicles: Implication of Topical Roxithromycin as Hair Restoration Reagent
Roxithromycin, an antibiotic, can increase hair growth and might be used as a treatment for hair loss.
research Efficacy of Cistanche Tubulosa and Laminaria Japonica Extracts (MK-R7) Supplement in Preventing Patterned Hair Loss and Promoting Scalp Health
MK-R7 supplement with Cistanche Tubulosa and Laminaria Japonica extracts improved hair density and scalp health without adverse effects.
research Comparative Evaluation of the Clinical Efficacy of PRP Therapy, Minoxidil, and Their Combination with Immunohistochemical Study of the Dynamics of Cell Proliferation in the Treatment of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP therapy and minoxidil combo works best for male hair loss.
research Usefulness of Home-Use Microneedle Devices in the Treatment of Pattern Hair Loss
Home-use microneedle devices might safely boost 5% minoxidil's effectiveness for hair growth.
research Gender Differences in Scalp Hair Growth Rates Are Maintained but Reduced in Pattern Hair Loss Compared to Controls
Women's hair grows faster and thicker than men's, but hair growth slows for both genders with pattern hair loss.
research Low-Level Light Therapy Using a Helmet-Type Device for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Helmet-like device safely increases hair density for people with hair loss.
research Cross-Sectional Quality of Life Assessment in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss lowers quality of life, causing embarrassment, frustration, and sexual rejection.
research Untargeted Metabolomics and Steroid Signatures in Urine of Male Pattern Baldness Patients After Finasteride Treatment for a Year
Finasteride treatment changes urine metabolomics and steroid signatures, potentially monitoring effectiveness but may cause sexual side effects.
research Efficacy of a Complex of 5-Aminolevulinic Acid and Glycyl-Histidyl-Lysine Peptide on Hair Growth
A complex of 5-aminolevulinic acid and glycyl-histidyl-lysine peptide may help increase hair count in male pattern hair loss without side effects.
research Potential Factors Contributing to Androgenetic Alopecia
Male pattern baldness may be caused by factors like poor blood circulation, scalp tension, stress, and hormonal imbalances, but the exact causes are still unclear.
research T-Flavanone Improves Male Pattern Hair Loss by Enhancing Hair-Anchoring Strength: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
t-Flavanone helps improve male pattern hair loss by making hair roots stronger.
research Comparison of 5% Minoxidil Lotion Monotherapy Versus Its Combination with Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma in Androgenetic Alopecia in One Hundred Males
Combination therapy promotes better hair growth and density.
research A Cross-Sectional Study of Plasma Trace Elements and Vitamins Content in Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
Men with hair loss may lack zinc, copper, and vitamin D; supplements could help.
research The Genetically Programmed Hair Growth Cycle And Alopecia: What Is There To Know?
The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
research Evaluation of Morphological and Histological Changes in Transplanted Hair Follicles
Transplanted hair follicles show significant changes after FUE, needing more research.