research Minoxidil
Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, works better for women, and requires consistent use.
Search
for
Sort by
Research
720-750 / 1000+ results 
research Differential Diagnosis of Trichotillomania by Trichoscopy
Azathioprine may help with severe hair loss, a new topical treatment could counteract hair thinning, and trichoscopy can diagnose hair-pulling disorder effectively.
research Cortexolone 17a-Propionate: A New Antiandrogen Acting on Hair Dermal Papilla Cells for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Cortexolone 17a-propionate may be an effective new treatment for hair loss.
research Diphencyprone in the Treatment of Satoyoshi Syndrome
Azathioprine treatment led to rapid hair regrowth in a woman with alopecia universalis.
research Use of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Cicatricial Alopecia
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) may help improve hair density in primary cicatricial alopecias (PCAs) patients, but more trials are needed to confirm its benefits.
research Treatment of Refractory Vitiligo With a Vellus Hair Punch Graft
A new surgical technique using vellus hair grafts effectively treated vitiligo without causing unwanted hair growth.
research Efficacy of Oral Retinoids in Treatment-Resistant Lichen Planopilaris
Oral retinoids may help some patients with hard-to-treat lichen planopilaris, but more research is needed.
research Role of Lactoferrin in Chronic Telogen Effluvium
Lactoferrin levels are lower in people with chronic hair shedding, suggesting supplements could help treat it.
research Contents
The document summarizes important skin care topics for non-specialist doctors, including treatments for skin conditions and the management of skin diseases.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Retrospective Review of 19 Patients Seen at Duke University
Dutasteride may help stabilize Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, but more research is needed.
research Botulinum Toxin Off-Label Use in Dermatology: A Review
Botulinum toxin shows promise for various skin conditions but requires more research for confirmation and standardized use.
research Topical 2% Tofacitinib for Children with Alopecia Areata, Alopecia Totalis, and Alopecia Universalis
Applying 2% tofacitinib cream helped some children with severe hair loss grow back hair.
research Hair Transplantation in the Surgical Treatment of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Hair transplants can effectively treat hair loss from CCCA in African American women if there's no inflammation.
research IL-12/IL-23 Neutralization Is Ineffective for Alopecia Areata in Mice and Humans
Blocking IL-12/IL-23 does not help with hair loss in alopecia areata for mice or humans.
research Unsuccessful Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Simvastatin/Ezetimibe: Experience in 12 Patients
Simvastatin/ezetimibe did not effectively treat severe alopecia areata and caused side effects in some patients.
research Topical Calcipotriol vs Narrowband Ultraviolet B in Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Randomized-Controlled Trial
Both topical calcipotriol and narrowband UVB improved alopecia, but combining them didn't enhance the effect on hair loss severity, despite higher vitamin D3 levels.
research Topical Tofacitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata Affecting Facial Hair
Topical tofacitinib may effectively and safely regrow facial hair in some people with alopecia areata.
research Increasing Utility of Finasteride for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Finasteride helps treat frontal fibrosing alopecia, improving or stabilizing the condition in many patients.
research Successful Hair Transplantation of Recalcitrant Alopecia Areata of the Scalp
Hair transplantation can successfully treat stubborn alopecia areata.
research Case Report of Novel Combination of Anthralin and Calcipotriene Leading to Trichologic Response in Alopecia Areata
A new mix of anthralin and calcipotriene might help treat severe hair loss.
research Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: The Urgent Need for Treatment Options
There is an urgent need for better treatments for hair loss caused by chemotherapy.
research Coexistence of Angiolymphoid Hyperplasia with Eosinophilia and Pulmonary Neoplasia
A man with both skin lesions and lung cancer improved quickly with chemotherapy, suggesting the skin condition might be a reaction to immune system injury.
research Successful Management of Treatment-Resistant Alopecia Areata with Platelet-Rich Plasma: A Case Series
Platelet-rich plasma injections can effectively treat stubborn alopecia areata.
research Immunotherapy for Resistant and Severe Alopecia Areata in a University Hospital Setting in Northern Mexico
Immunotherapy can help treat severe alopecia areata.
research Comparative Study Between Topical Steroid Alone Versus Combined Fractional Erbium:YAG Laser With Topical Steroid In Treatment Of Alopecia Areata
The combination of laser and topical steroids is more effective for treating alopecia areata than topical steroids alone.
research Medications
Understanding drug interactions, side effects, and patient-specific factors is crucial for effective dermatological care.
research Simvastatin-Induced Myoglobinuric Acute Kidney Injury Following Ciclosporin Treatment for Alopecia Universalis
A woman developed severe kidney injury from using simvastatin with ciclosporin, highlighting the need for careful monitoring when combining these drugs.
research Fixed Focal Alopecia for 20 Years
The man has Temporal Triangular Alopecia, a stable, non-scarring hair loss condition best treated with hair transplantation.
research A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation
A 37-year-old man with hair loss and skin issues was successfully treated with oral antibiotics, highlighting the need for early treatment. Long-term care includes low-dose antibiotics and avoiding caps and wigs.
research Alopecia Areata: A Comprehensive Review of Pathogenesis and Management
New treatments for Alopecia Areata show promise but need to be more effective and affordable.