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      research Topical minoxidil therapy for hereditary male pattern alopecia.

      14 citations , April 1987 in “PubMed”
      In an open trial, 2.8% minoxidil solution applied topically stimulated new hair growth in 45% of male patients with male pattern alopecia, though patient self-assessments were more favorable than objective evaluations.

      research Genetic Basis of Male Pattern Baldness

      191 citations , December 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
      Male pattern baldness is largely genetic, linked to the androgen receptor gene, and may relate to certain health issues.
      Topical Minoxidil Therapy in Hereditary Androgenetic Alopecia

      research Topical minoxidil therapy in hereditary androgenetic alopecia

      55 citations , February 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      In this randomized trial, topical minoxidil treatment resulted in cosmetically acceptable hair growth in 32% of men with hereditary male pattern baldness, with no serious side effects reported.
      Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias in Dogs and Cats

      research Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias

      1 citations , January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
      Male Pattern Hair Loss

      research Male pattern hair loss

      May 2025 in “InnovAiT Education and inspiration for general practice”
      This abstract notes that while treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are effective for preventing further hair loss, they require continuous use, have limited efficacy in reversing baldness, and have possible side effects.
      Hair Loss, Insulin Resistance, and Heredity in Middle-Aged Women: A Population-Based Study

      research Hair Loss, Insulin Resistance, and Heredity in Middle-aged Women. a Population-based Study

      49 citations , June 2003 in “European journal of cardiovascular prevention & rehabilitation”
      In this study, female androgenic alopecia (grade II or III on Ludwig's scale) was found to be common among Finnish women aged 63, and several markers of insulin resistance, along with paternal history of alopecia, were associated with an increased risk.
      Androgenetic Alopecia

      research Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)

      January 2018
      Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common, hereditary hair loss condition that can be slowed but not permanently reversed with available therapies.
      Diseases of the Skin: Treatment of Scalp Disorders

      research Diseases of the skin. Treatment of scalp disorders.

      6 citations , February 1974 in “The BMJ”
      The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
      Hair Science and Technology

      research Hair science and technology

      3 citations , December 2003 in “Micron”
      This review discusses recent advancements in hair loss treatments, focusing on androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, frontal fibrosing alopecia, and hair transplant technologies, without presenting new research findings.
      Editors' Picks

      research Editors' Picks

      July 2010 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
      Scientists found gene mutations that affect hair loss, skin stem cells, and skin disorders, and identified drugs that may help treat blood vessel and skin conditions.

      research Alopécie androgénogénétique chez la femme

      April 2026 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal”
      This study reported that androgenetic alopecia in women becomes more prevalent with age, with risk factors including heredity and endocrine disorders, and differs clinically from male-pattern hair loss by causing diffuse hair thinning rather than loss at the temples or crown.

      research Clinical Snippets

      December 2003 in “˜The œjournal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”
      This review covers various dermatological studies, including findings on glycerol's optical clearing effects, approaches to keloid prevention, itch quantification, baldness heritability, and fumaric acid esters for psoriasis, without presenting new clinical results.
      New Publications

      research New Publications

      July 1996 in “College & Research Libraries News”
      This paper reviews the causes, treatments, and cultural attitudes towards male pattern baldness but presents no new research findings.
      Disorders of the Hair and Scalp

      research Disorders of the hair and scalp.

      1 citations , January 1967 in “The BMJ”
      The document concludes that while some hair and scalp disorders can be treated, hair loss from destroyed follicles is permanent, and damaged hair can only regrow naturally.
      Topical Minoxidil Therapy in Hereditary Androgenetic Alopecia

      research Topical Minoxidil Therapy in Hereditary Androgenetic Alopecia

      55 citations , February 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      This study found that 32% of patients with hereditary male pattern baldness experienced cosmetically acceptable hair growth after applying topical minoxidil twice daily, with no serious side effects reported.
      Marie-Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis

      research Marie-unna hereditary hypotrichosis

      4 citations , January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology”
      This report presents a 12-year-old male with symptoms indicative of Marie-Unna type hereditary hypotrichosis, characterized by a specific pattern of hair loss evolving with age.