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      Low-Level Light Therapy and Hair Loss

      research Low-Level Light Therapy and Hair Loss

      January 2012 in “Human health handbooks”
      Low-level light therapy is FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss, increases hair count and strength, and is considered safe for use.
      Alopecia and Thyroid Disease

      research Alopecia and Thyroid Disease

      January 2008 in “Springer eBooks”
      Thyroid disease can cause hair loss and treating thyroid problems might help with hair disorders.
      Hirsutism

      research Hirsutism

      May 2006 in “Women's Health Medicine”
      Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
      Disorders of Hair in Children

      research Disorders of Hair in Children

      September 2003 in “Current Paediatrics”
      The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and understanding the type of hair disorder are crucial for treating hair loss in children.
      Treatment of Hair Loss

      research Treatment of Hair Loss

      370 citations, September 1999 in “The New England Journal of Medicine”
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, but continued research is needed for better treatments.
      Androgens and Human Hair Growth

      research Androgens and Human Hair Growth

      157 citations, April 1994 in “Clinical endocrinology”
      Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas and hair loss on the scalp.
      Transplantation Immunology: Solid Organ and Bone Marrow

      research Transplantation Immunology: Solid Organ and Bone Marrow

      139 citations, February 2010 in “ˆThe ‰journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/˜The œjournal of allergy and clinical immunology”
      Transplant success has improved with better immunosuppressive drugs and donor matching.
      Morpho-Regulation of Ectodermal Organs

      research Morpho-Regulation of Ectodermal Organs

      131 citations, March 2004 in “˜The œAmerican journal of pathology”
      Modulating BMP activity changes the number, size, shape, and type of ectodermal organs.
      Potassium Channel Therapeutics at the Bedside

      research Potassium Channel Therapeutics at the Bedside

      119 citations, June 2005 in “Journal of Molecular and Cellular Cardiology”
      Potassium channel openers are effective in treating heart conditions, high blood pressure, pulmonary diseases, bladder issues, and hair loss, but more selective drugs are needed.
      Androgenetic Alopecia in Men and Women

      research Androgenetic Alopecia in Men and Women

      77 citations, March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Androgenetic alopecia involves genetics, hormones, and can be treated with medications or surgery.
      Endocrine Influences on Hair Growth

      research Endocrine Influences on Hair Growth

      68 citations, March 1965 in “The BMJ”
      Hormones and genetics affect hair growth and patterns, with some changes reversible and others not.
      Dermatology of Androgen-Related Disorders

      research Dermatology of Androgen-Related Disorders

      67 citations, July 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Androgens cause skin issues like acne and hair growth in women, often due to PCOS, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes.
      Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Review Article

      research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Review Article

      57 citations, October 2013 in “international journal of endocrinology and metabolism”
      Female pattern hair loss is common, linked to polycystic ovarian syndrome, and treated with topical Minoxidil.
      Normal Hair Growth in Children

      research Normal Hair Growth in Children

      57 citations, November 1987 in “Pediatric Dermatology”
      Children's hair grows in different types from before birth through puberty, with growth rates and characteristics varying by age, sex, and race.
      Alopecia Areata: Clinical Review and Treatment Approaches

      research Alopecia Areata: Clinical Review and Treatment Approaches

      50 citations, March 2000 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      Alopecia Areata has no guaranteed treatment for hair regrowth, but options like corticosteroids and minoxidil are used, with future research focusing on genetic and immune therapies.
      An Approach to the Patient with Hirsutism

      research An Approach to the Patient with Hirsutism

      49 citations, September 2012 in “˜The œJournal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism”
      The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.
      Thyroid Hormone Action on Skin

      research Thyroid Hormone Action on Skin

      44 citations, July 2011 in “Dermato-endocrinology”
      Thyroid hormone affects skin health, with too little causing rough, pale skin and too much leading to smooth, thin skin, and may also impact wound healing and skin conditions.
      Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women

      research Evidence-Based Approach to Cutaneous Hyperandrogenism in Women

      42 citations, July 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.