research Alopecia: Unapproved Treatments or Indications
Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.
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research Targeted Expression of SV40 T Antigen in the Hair Follicle of Transgenic Mice Produces an Aberrant Hair Phenotype
SV40 T antigen in hair follicles causes abnormal hair and health issues in mice.
research Justicia Procumbens Prevents Hair Loss in Androgenic Alopecia Mice
Justicia procumbens extract may help prevent hair loss and improve hair thickness and shine in a type of hair loss condition.
research Alopecia Areata: A Multifactorial Autoimmune Condition
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease causing patchy hair loss, often with other autoimmune disorders, but its exact causes are unknown.
research Liver Cirrhosis and Circadian Rhythm
Taking high doses of fluconazole for a long time can cause reversible hair loss.
research Improvement in Scalp Hair Growth in Androgen-Deficient Women Treated with Testosterone: A Questionnaire Study
Testosterone therapy helped 63% of androgen-deficient women grow scalp hair, but more research is needed.
research Digit Ratio 2D:4D as an Indicator for Androgenetic Alopecia in Males
Finger length ratio may indicate male hair loss.
research Treat Androgenetic Alopecia With Antiandrogens And Other Pharmacological And Non-Pharmacological Interventions
Use antiandrogens and other treatments for hair loss.
research Psychological Effect, Pathophysiology, and Management of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
Minoxidil and finasteride can slow hair loss and stimulate regrowth, but won't restore all lost hair or reverse complete baldness.
research Effectiveness of a Layer-by-Layer Microbubbles-Based Delivery System for Applying Minoxidil to Enhance Hair Growth
Minoxidil-coated microbubbles with sonication effectively enhance hair growth.
research Age, What Age, How Old? A Study on Androgenetic Alopecia Progression in Men Over 5 Years with Placebo Treatment
Untreated androgenetic alopecia leads to progressive hair loss in men.
research Quantitation of Hepatitis C Virus RNA
Long-term high-dose fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research Diagnosis and Management of Alopecia in Children
The guide explains how to identify and treat children's hair loss, including fungal infections, autoimmune disorders, hairstyle changes, self-correcting conditions, and behavioral therapy for hair-pulling.
research Are 2D:4D Finger-Length Ratios an Indicator of Androgenetic Alopecia in Males?
Right hand finger ratio may predict male hair loss.
research Finasteride and the Hair Cycle
Finasteride improves hair growth.
research The Murine Hair Follicle Is a Melatonin Target
Melatonin directly affects mouse hair follicles and may influence hair growth.
research Micrografting and Hair Transplantation Surgery
Hair transplantation is highly effective with careful technique and attention to patient needs.
research The Basic Science of Hair Biology
Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
research Migration Inhibitory Factor in Conditioned Medium from Human Umbilical Cord Blood-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Stimulates Hair Growth
Substance from human umbilical cord blood cells promotes hair growth.
research Treatment Options for Alopecia
The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
research Drug Repurposing in Dermatology: Molecular Biology and Omics Approach
Old drugs like finasteride and spironolactone are being successfully used for hair loss and skin conditions, and many other drugs show promise for new uses in dermatology.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Versus Lichen Planopilaris: A Clinicopathological Study
The conclusion is that FFA and LPP have similar scalp biopsy features, making them hard to distinguish histologically, and FFA may be a specific kind of scarring hair loss.
research Chemically Induced Depigmentation of Skin and Hair
Some chemicals can permanently or temporarily remove color from skin and hair, which can be distressing and is not well-regulated in cosmetics.
research Perspectives on MicroRNAs Targeting DKK1 for Developing Hair Regeneration Therapy
Targeting a protein that blocks hair growth with microRNAs could lead to new hair loss treatments, but more research is needed.
research Molecular Mechanisms Regulating Hair Follicle Development
Understanding hair follicle development can help treat hair loss, skin regeneration, and certain skin cancers.
research Scalp Condition Impacts Hair Growth And Retention Via Oxidative Stress
Healthy scalp reduces hair loss by managing oxidative stress.
research Evaluation and Treatment of Gender Dysphoria to Prepare for Gender Confirmation Surgery
The document concludes that non-operative treatment for gender dysphoria is safe and effective, and hormone therapy does not increase cancer risk.
research Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of a Hair Serum Product in Healthy Adult Male and Female Volunteers with Hair Fall
The hair serum significantly improved hair growth and reduced hair fall without causing any skin issues.
research Cells, Growth Factors and Biomaterials Used in Tissue Engineering for Hair Follicles Regeneration
Advancements in tissue engineering show promise for hair follicle regeneration to treat hair loss.
research Hair Follicle Immune Privilege and Its Collapse in Alopecia Areata
Hair follicles are normally protected from the immune system, but when this protection fails, it can cause hair loss in alopecia areata.