11 citations,
March 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy” Researchers created a new tool to measure the effects of alopecia areata from the patient's view, focusing on hair loss, daily life, and emotional health.
February 2020 in “Scholars international journal of traditional and complementary medicine” Ayurveda treats hair problems like hair loss and dandruff by balancing body elements and using natural remedies like Indian Gooseberry and false Daisy.
16 citations,
March 2017 in “Bone Marrow Transplantation” Some children who had stem cell transplants developed permanent hair loss, especially when treated with a drug called busulphan.
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9 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Transplanting body hair helped repigment and treat a man's vitiligo.
14 citations,
August 2009 in “Cancer epidemiology” AHCC reduces hair loss and liver injury caused by chemotherapy in rodents.
28 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Body and beard hair can be used for hair restoration in severely bald patients, but the technique is complex and costly.
32 citations,
January 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
6 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” A man with baldness had successful hair growth after transplanting body hair to his head.
130 citations,
January 2005 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia cause skin problems, and dermatologists can help detect these disorders early for better treatment outcomes.
101 citations,
April 1994 in “Baillière's clinical endocrinology and metabolism” 5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.
January 2017 in “International journal of transplantation & plastic surgery” Hair restoration techniques have improved over time, focusing on better results and less scarring, but skilled doctors are essential for natural-looking outcomes.
16 citations,
April 2007 in “Journal of Medical Primatology” The monkey's hair loss was due to an autoimmune disease, not genetics.
7 citations,
July 2019 in “International archives of internal medicine” Common skin conditions can greatly affect a person's mental health and social life.
12 citations,
February 2007 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation techniques have improved over 12 years, with follicular unit grafting providing more natural results and potential future advances in automation and genetics.
3 citations,
January 2001 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Finasteride effectively treats hair loss and enlarged prostate in men, with mild side effects.
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6 citations,
June 2011 in “Pharmacognosy Journal” Many products for hair re-growth exist, but a perfect treatment without side effects has not yet been found.
January 2024 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” Early intervention and patient education are crucial for managing alopecia areata.
32 citations,
March 2021 in “Journal of endocrinological investigation” Thyroid hormones are important for skin health and changes in them can affect conditions like hair loss and eczema.
June 2021 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Gene therapy in mice increased lifespan and improved health without causing cancer.
19 citations,
January 2013 in “Annals of Dermatology” Early high-dose steroid treatment helps prolong disease-free periods in severe alopecia areata.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients can help manage menopause symptoms and prevent related health issues.
31 citations,
March 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some breast cancer patients developed permanent hair loss after chemotherapy and hormonal therapy, showing patterns similar to common baldness and alopecia areata.
2 citations,
July 2021 in “Genes” A specific genetic change in the KRT71 gene causes a hair loss condition in Hereford cattle.
1 citations,
October 2015 in “Journal of endocrinology and diabetes” Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its causes can lead to effective treatments.
5 citations,
August 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Men with sleep apnea and low iron levels are more likely to have male-pattern baldness, especially if they have a family history of hair loss.
343 citations,
December 2008 in “Endocrine Reviews” Metformin helps with menstrual cycles and insulin levels in PCOS but is less effective for hair growth, diabetes prevention, and weight loss, and may improve fertility and reduce diabetes risk.
134 citations,
December 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Some vitamins and minerals like vitamin D and iron can help with certain types of hair loss, but more research is needed for others.
July 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” Alopecia areata is a hair loss condition caused by immune factors and can be treated with JAK inhibitors.
1 citations,
January 2001 in “American Journal of Kidney Diseases” Hair loss in three Southeast Asian women with kidney failure may be linked to their anemia treatment with erythropoietin.
1 citations,
May 2016 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Children's hair loss can be caused by various factors and should be treated with appropriate, age-specific methods and psychological support.