74 citations,
January 2015 in “Asian Journal of Transfusion Science” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections can effectively increase hair density and thickness in people with androgenic alopecia, without major side effects.
17 citations,
November 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia work best but can have significant side effects and costs.
16 citations,
January 2016 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Metabolic syndrome is more common in people with early-onset androgenic alopecia.
12 citations,
April 2020 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Caffeine may help reduce stress-induced hair loss.
6 citations,
September 2022 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” The treatment might help COVID-19 related hair loss, but more research is needed.
4 citations,
December 2021 in “Applied sciences” Micro-needling with low-level light therapy effectively increases hair growth in people with mild to moderate hair loss.
4 citations,
July 2015 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” 1 citations,
March 2022 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science” Men with androgenetic alopecia and hypertension may experience more severe COVID-19.
Certain genes may influence hair loss differently in men and women.
July 2024 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” PRP injections can increase hair density in people with androgenic alopecia.
April 2024 in “Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal” Androgenetic alopecia is a common hair loss condition influenced by various factors and linked to psychosocial and cardiovascular issues.
February 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Hair loss in Androgenetic Alopecia is caused by genetics, aging, and lifestyle, leading to hair follicle shrinkage and related health risks.
September 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Higher SHBG levels are linked to less severe hair loss in women, but vitamin D levels don't seem to affect hair loss.
August 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Both minoxidil-spironolactone and minoxidil-finasteride treatments work for hair loss, but minoxidil-spironolactone is slightly more effective, especially in women.
July 2016 in “Cancer Research” Male pattern baldness is linked to a higher risk of certain skin cancers, especially on the scalp.
September 2022 in “Applied sciences” Combining micro-needling, LED therapy, and growth factors with Finasteride® significantly improves hair growth.
January 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” The serum increased hair density and was well-tolerated, but didn't affect hair thickness or shedding.
August 2021 in “International journal of advanced research” PRP improves hair growth short-term but may need retreatment for long-term results.
48 citations,
January 2017 in “International Journal of Trichology” Microneedling with platelet-rich plasma and minoxidil improves hair growth more than just minoxidil in men with hair loss.
26 citations,
December 2019 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” PRP combined with minoxidil is the most effective and safe treatment for male pattern baldness.
10 citations,
January 2019 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Early-onset male hair loss is linked to metabolic syndrome, suggesting a need for heart health monitoring and lifestyle changes.
9 citations,
March 2007 in “Hair transplant forum international” Densitometry and video-microscopy are precise for evaluating hair loss and transplant success but need special equipment and training.
6 citations,
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February 2021 in “JCPSP. Journal of the College of Physicians & Surgeons Pakistan” Early-onset hair loss in young males is linked to a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
3 citations,
March 2020 in “Our Dermatology Online” Microneedling can improve hair growth in people not responding to standard treatments.
1 citations,
December 2020 in “Medical lasers” The laser therapy device effectively increased hair growth in people with androgenetic alopecia.
August 2024 in “Nutrients” Probiotics help reduce hair loss and increase hair growth in people with androgenic alopecia.
August 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Androgenetic alopecia involves immune cell disruptions, especially increased CD4+ T cells around hair follicles.
July 2024 in “Periodontology 2000” Autologous platelet concentrates show promise in esthetic treatments but need more standardized research.
March 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Trichoscopy shows hair diameter variability, vellus hairs, and the peripilar sign are key indicators for diagnosing Androgenetic Alopecia.