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January 2010 Only finasteride and minoxidil are FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss.
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May 2024 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Early diagnosis, innovative treatments, and considering systemic conditions are crucial in dermatological care.
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November 2019 in “Current Geriatrics Reports” Tailored treatment is crucial for elderly men with BPH due to potential risks and benefits of medications.
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June 2019 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” This review discusses the use of medical tattooing in the head and neck region as a minimally invasive option for individuals seeking to improve cosmetic appearance without surgery, and reports no new clinical results.
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January 2018 in “Annals of Dermatology” This review discusses the potential association between androgenetic alopecia and metabolic syndrome, and notes AGA might be linked to arterial stiffness; it reports no new clinical findings and calls for further research.
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January 2016 in “UvA-DARE (University of Amsterdam)” This review explores the unclear rationale behind excluding medical treatment methods from patentability and the complexities of allowing medical indication patents, offering potential solutions but reporting no new results.
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December 2010 in “Series in cosmetic and laser therapy”
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May 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This article reviews home-use laser and intense pulsed light systems for hair removal and growth, noting limited efficacy and safety data and emphasizing the need for long-term studies.
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July 2005 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This abstract discusses clinical techniques for diagnosing female pattern hair loss and reports no new research findings.
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June 2022 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” This article discusses the high risk and stress associated with medical malpractice lawsuits against plastic surgeons, particularly in cosmetic procedures, but provides no new research results.
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June 2021 in “British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery” This article compares oral-maxillofacial surgery training and practice variations in Thailand, France, and Germany, highlighting differences in educational paths and scope of practice between the countries.
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January 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” This review discusses low level laser therapy for hair loss but reports no new research findings; it serves as an introduction to understanding existing knowledge before upcoming evaluations of recent studies.
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May 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” This commentary explores the challenges and considerations in treating female pattern hair loss, with no new clinical findings reported.
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December 1998 in “Medical Entomology and Zoology” This book discusses various aspects of preparing for parenthood, pregnancy, childbirth, and life after delivery, but it reports no new research findings; the authors provide practical tips and advice for prospective and new parents.
July 2026 in “Frontiers in Public Health” This review highlights the inconsistent and often insufficient global coverage of cranial prostheses for medical hair loss, with variations depending on healthcare system models and a general lack of standardized recognition as medically necessary devices.
May 2026 in “Nepal Journal of Dermatology Venereology & Leprology” This study among medical students at Kathmandu Medical College reported that hair loss was not commonly observed, and there was no significant association between stress and hair fall. However, male students had higher odds of experiencing hair loss compared to females.
March 2026 in “ArXiv.org” This review presents a comprehensive evaluation of medical reasoning using large language models, highlighting a significant gap between exam-level performance and true clinical decision-making accuracy.
March 2026 in “SHILAP Revista de lepidopterología” This review found that cosmeceuticals blend cosmetic and biological skin effects, offering promise in mild dermatoses and photoaging prevention, yet face challenges like regulatory gaps and the need for standardized definitions and pharmacovigilance systems.
This abstract does not report results, instead, it explores the often personal and emotional experience of noticing hair loss, noting the lack of clear medical symptoms and the potential social impact, which can lead to confusion about seeking appropriate medical care.
March 2026 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Medicaid coverage for alopecia areata treatments is inconsistent and often limited.
December 2025 in “PubMed” This case study reported that a patient experienced worsening alopecia and scarring after medical ozone therapy, highlighting significant clinical risks that may outweigh potential therapeutic benefits.
November 2025 in “Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine” This case report observed that a patient experienced worsening alopecia and scarring after medical ozone therapy, with subsequent improvement following surgical intervention and systemic hyperbaric oxygenation.
September 2025 in “PLoS ONE” In this study, researchers found that while 16 out of 116 American Medical Association House of Delegates associations provide materials on healthcare for incarcerated individuals, there is a notable lack of practical clinical guidance, which may lead to inconsistent healthcare practices for this population.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study detailed the implementation of an autonomous AI device in an NHS skin cancer pathway, showing that it achieved a sensitivity of 97.3% for diagnosing skin cancers and exceeded sensitivity targets compared to specialists with a negative predictive value over 99.7%.
April 2025 in “Journal of Dermatology for Physician Assistants” This narrative highlights a study underscoring that vitiligo and alopecia areata are complex autoimmune conditions, often misclassified as cosmetic, which can hinder patients' access to necessary treatments despite their profound impact on quality of life and associated comorbidities.
January 2025 in “Medical Research Archives” In this review, researchers reported that anorexia nervosa leads to widespread medical complications across all body systems, particularly at low body weights, and these complications are primarily treated through nutritional rehabilitation with a multidisciplinary team approach.
January 2025 in “Bright Sky Publications eBooks” This abstract presents the book "Buy Medical Physics in Aesthetic Medicine," which explores future innovations and techniques for cosmetic procedures expected in 2025, though specific findings or results from the book are not reported.
Hair loss can be managed with medications, therapies, and lifestyle changes to prevent loss and encourage growth.
January 2025 in “Bright Sky Publications eBooks” This abstract does not report specific research findings but describes a book titled "Medical Physics and Laser Technology: Advancements and Applications in Modern Healthcare," authored by Zahraa Zuhair Ghafel Saeid and colleagues, which is available for purchase.
December 2024 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” This review examines the various causes of Alopecia, traditional synthetic treatments, and explores less harmful, natural alternatives with potential economic benefits, though it notes that these findings are based on reviewing existing studies rather than presenting new experimental data.