136 citations,
May 2019 in “Cells” Stem cell therapy, particularly using certain types of cells, shows promise for treating hair loss by stimulating hair growth and development, but more extensive trials are needed to confirm these findings.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Hair pulling disorder is treated with therapy and medication; hair loss from tension can be reversed if caught early.
75 citations,
February 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.
January 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
1 citations,
November 2023 in “Brain and behavior” Spironolactone improved cognitive performance and early sleep quality but not manic symptoms, appetite, or body weight in bipolar disorder when added to sodium valproate.
February 2025 in “International Urology and Nephrology” Peripheral treatments showed some improvement in sexual dysfunction, but central symptoms remain challenging.
54 citations,
August 2009 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Modern hair transplants use small grafts for a natural look and drugs to prevent further loss, with high patient satisfaction.
January 2025 in “Medicina” Advanced techniques and technologies can improve burn wound healing, but more research is needed.
Finasteride and low-level laser therapy are similarly effective for frontal pattern hair loss.
January 2024 in “Frontiers in endocrinology” Treating early puberty with hormone therapy may increase the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in adults.
54 citations,
May 2018 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Low level laser therapy works best for hair loss, followed by PRP, finasteride, and minoxidil.
13 citations,
December 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Low-level laser therapy can stimulate hair growth more effectively than fake devices, but patient satisfaction is similar for both. Results should be taken with caution due to small study sizes and differences between studies. More research is needed.
January 2017 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” The congress showed that psychological therapy can help skin condition patients, social media affects acne stigma, education improves atopic dermatitis, and patient satisfaction in dermatology is high, especially with good doctor engagement.
316 citations,
June 2017 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Fat tissue-derived cells show promise for repairing body tissues, but more research and regulation are needed for safe use.
2 citations,
May 2022 in “Stem cell research & therapy” Disrupted stem cell signals in hairpoor mice cause hair loss.
5 citations,
January 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Adding platelet-rich plasma improves hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia.
17 citations,
March 2021 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” Use PRP and ASC-BT for hair loss and wound healing, but more research needed.
11 citations,
May 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma therapy could be an effective treatment for melasma with minimal side effects.
19 citations,
October 2020 in “Biomedical Microdevices” Derma rollers show promise for skin improvement and drug delivery, but more research is needed on their safety and effectiveness.
2 citations,
January 2010 Finasteride helps improve hair growth in men with hair loss but may increase the risk of erectile dysfunction.
September 2024 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” HA-stimulated stem cell vesicles improved hair growth in male mice with androgenetic alopecia.
2 citations,
January 2018 in “International journal of research in dermatology” Intralesional corticosteroids are the best for limited alopecia areata, oral steroids are less effective, and PRP is safe and promising, especially for children and severe cases.
119 citations,
February 2009 in “Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews” Trichotillomania involves hair pulling and can be treated with therapy and medication.
May 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Injectable platelet-rich fibrin improves hair growth and reduces hair loss in women.
45 citations,
December 2018 in “Lasers in Medical Science” LLLT promotes hair growth and improves hair density safely in men and women.
11 citations,
August 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” The document concludes that using a person's own fat cells (SVF) can significantly increase hair thickness and density, suggesting it could be a promising treatment for hair loss.
35 citations,
October 2017 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” Fibromodulin treatment helps reduce scarring and improves wound healing by making it more like fetal healing.
October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” The most effective treatments for hair loss are minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, and hair transplants, with steroids and immunosuppressants for autoimmune types.
1 citations,
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Some cosmetic procedures show promise for treating hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
1 citations,
February 2023 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Plant adaptogens may help treat skin diseases and improve skin health, but more research is needed to fully understand how they work.