research Physiology and Medical Treatments for Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
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research Androgens and Hair: A Biological Paradox with Clinical Consequences
Androgens can both increase body hair and cause scalp hair loss.
research Baldness May Be Caused by the Weight of the Scalp: Gravity as a Proposed Mechanism for Hair Loss
Baldness might be caused by scalp weight pressing on hair follicles.
research Comprehensive Management of Eyebrow and Forehead Ptosis
The document concludes that successful management of eyebrow and forehead ptosis requires a thorough approach, considering anatomy, patient evaluation, and careful selection of surgical techniques.
research Androgenetic Alopecia And Hair Growth Promotion: Present And Future
Current research explores hair growth drugs, while future research aims for personalized treatments.
research Hair Transplantation, Scalp Reduction, and Flap Rotation in Black Men
Hair loss surgeries like grafts, scalp reductions, and flap rotations can be effective for black men with proper technique adjustments.
research Clinicopathological Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Early treatment of fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution may improve outcomes.
research The Diagnosis of Androgenetic Alopecia in Children: Considerations of Pathophysiological Plausibility
AGA in children needs careful diagnosis due to low androgen levels and possible other causes.
research Study of Human Leukocyte Antigen in 13 Cases of Familial Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: CYP21A2 Gene p.V281L Mutation from Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Linked to HLA Class I Haplotype HLA-A*33:01; B*14:02; C*08:02 as a Genetic Marker
A genetic marker linked to a type of hair loss was found in most patients studied.
research Artificial Hair: From the Dawn to Automatic Biofibre Hair Implant
Biofibre® hair implants are safe and effective for alopecia when proper procedures are followed, with high patient satisfaction.
research Effect of Camouflaging Agents on Psychological Well-Being: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Hair Loss Patients
Camouflaging agents like hair fibers and wigs significantly improve appearance and self-esteem for most hair loss patients.
research Why Care About Linear Hair Growth Rates? A Study Using In Vivo Imaging and Computer-Assisted Image Analysis After Manual Processing in Unaffected Male Controls and Men with Male Pattern Hair Loss
Thicker hair grows faster; hair loss patients have slower growth.
research Pretrimmed Versus Direct Nonshaven Follicular Unit Extraction
Both pretrimmed and direct nonshaven methods are effective for hair transplants; pretrimmed takes longer but yields denser, longer hair.
research Baldness and Testicular Cancer: The EPSAM Case-Control Study
Bald men may have a lower risk of testicular cancer.
research Alopecia and Techniques in Hair Restoration: An Overview for the Cosmetic Surgeon
Hair loss can be reversed or even cured using advanced hair restoration techniques, with rare complications like swelling and bleeding.
research Bayesian Measurement-Error-Driven Hidden Markov Regression Model for Calibrating the Effect of Covariates on Multistate Outcomes: Application to Androgenetic Alopecia
Model improves accuracy in predicting hair loss effects.
research Pregnancy and the Hair Growth Cycle: Anagen Induction Against Hair Growth Disruption Using Nourkrin with Marilex, a Proteoglycan Replacement Therapy
Nourkrin® with Marilex® may increase hair count by 35.7% in postpartum hair loss.
research Cryopreservation of Hair Follicles at -20°C: Can It Work in Staged Hair Transplantation
Storing hair follicles at -20°C keeps them good for up to 15 days, which may help with hair transplants.
research Male Pattern Baldness: Psychological Impact, Disease Association, and Treatment Options
Male pattern baldness is often genetic and linked to a hormone, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being effective for some men.
research Scalp Lifting
Scalp lifting surgery can safely and effectively reduce baldness if done with careful planning and proper technique.
research Hereditary Hypotrichosis and Localized Morphea: A New Clinical Entity
A family showed a new condition with inherited hair loss and skin changes, possibly due to one genetic disorder.
research Straight to the Point: What Do We Know So Far on Hair Straightening?
Hair straightening can damage hair and pose health risks, including exposure to carcinogens and hair loss.
research Optimal Management of Plaque Psoriasis in Adolescents: Current Perspectives
The document concludes that proper treatment and management of plaque psoriasis in adolescents can improve their quality of life.
research Autologous Activated Platelet-Rich Plasma in Hair Growth: A Pilot Study in Male Androgenetic Alopecia with In Vitro Bioactivity Investigation
PRP treatment significantly increased hair density and thickness in male hair loss.
research Cosmetic Surgery Considerations in the Female Patient
Understanding gender differences and individual patient characteristics is essential for optimal cosmetic surgery outcomes.
research Hair Transplantation in Women: A Practical New Classification System and Review of Technique
A new hair loss classification for women improves treatment, but careful patient selection is crucial for successful hair transplantation.
research Preview Long Hair Follicular Unit Excision: An Up-And-Coming Technique
Long hair FUE, a hair transplant without shaving, is becoming more popular and surgeons should learn it.
research Repair of Damaged Hair Protein Fiber by Jointly Using Transglutaminase and Keratin
Using an enzyme and keratin treatment can significantly repair and strengthen damaged hair.
research Mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia: Addressing Speculations Through Empirical Evidence
Hair loss in men is mainly caused by hormones and genes, and while current treatments can slow it down, they can't fully stop it.
research Diseases of Hair and Nails
The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.