research Vertex Balding, Plasma Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1, and Insulin-Like Growth Factor Binding Protein 3
Men with balding at age 45 had higher IGF-1 and lower IGFBP-3, suggesting these factors might be important in male pattern baldness.
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research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Combination With 5% Minoxidil Topical Solution and 1 mg Oral Finasteride for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Half-Head Study
Combining platelet-rich plasma with 5% minoxidil solution improves hair regrowth in androgenetic alopecia patients.
research The Latest Developments in Surgical Hair Restoration
By 2004, Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) was the most effective method for surgical hair restoration, while the newer Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) had more disadvantages and was less recommended.
research Large-Scale Beard Extraction Enhances Cosmetic Results of Scalp Hair Restoration in Advanced Androgenetic Alopecia in East Asian Men: A Retrospective Study
Beard hair extraction improves scalp hair restoration results in East Asian men with severe hair loss.
research Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Low Transferrin Saturation Levels, and Male-Pattern Baldness
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.
research Challenges in Diagnosing Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss diagnosis is challenging and should use dermoscopy and histopathology instead of pattern recognition, as hormones may not always be the cause.
research Association of a Polymorphism in the Ornithine Decarboxylase Gene with Male Androgenetic Alopecia
research Vertex Balding, Plasma Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1, and Insulin-Like Growth Factor Binding Protein 3
Men with balding at age 45 had higher IGF-1 and lower IGFBP-3 levels, suggesting these factors might influence male pattern baldness.
research Medical-Cosmetic Devices for Home Use: Present and Future Considerations
Home-use medical-cosmetic devices like lasers for hair removal may be convenient but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research The Association of Urolithiasis and Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss linked to kidney stones in people under 60.
research A Random Study of Asian Male Androgenetic Alopecia in Bangkok, Thailand
Male pattern baldness affects 38.52% of Asian men in Bangkok, increasing with age and possibly linked to environment and diet.
research The Importance of Dual 5α-Reductase Inhibition in the Treatment of Male Pattern Hair Loss: Results of a Randomized Placebo-Controlled Study of Dutasteride Versus Finasteride
Dutasteride more effective for hair growth, but has more side effects than finasteride.
research Cross-Sex Hormone Therapy in Trans Persons Is Safe and Effective at Short-Term Follow-Up: Results from the European Network for the Investigation of Gender Incongruence
Hormone therapy for trans individuals is effective and generally safe in the short term.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Low-Level Laser Device in the Treatment of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Multicenter, Randomized, Sham Device-Controlled, Double-Blind Study
Laser device increases hair density, safe for treating hair loss in men and women.
research Medical and Environmental Risk Factors for the Development of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Type 2 diabetes, bacterial scalp infections, and tight hairstyles like braids and weaves are linked to a higher risk of a scarring hair loss condition in African American women.
research The Logic of Follicular Unit Transplantation
The document concludes that follicular unit transplantation offers more natural results and better graft survival than older hair transplant methods.
research Cutaneous Findings and Systemic Associations in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have more body hair, acne, and skin darkening, and these signs are linked to metabolic issues like insulin resistance and high cholesterol.
research Dermatologic Care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Persons
LGBT individuals have unique skin health needs, including higher STD risks and side effects from gender-affirming treatments, requiring dermatologists to offer knowledgeable and culturally competent care.
research Use of Low-Level Laser Therapy as Monotherapy or Concomitant Therapy for Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Low-level laser therapy helps male and female hair loss alone or with other treatments.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma as a Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP therapy increases hair density for androgenetic alopecia.
research A Hair Growth Questionnaire for Use in the Evaluation of Therapeutic Effects in Men
The questionnaire effectively measures men's perceived hair growth and can distinguish between different treatments and dosages.
research Development of a Health-Related Quality of Life Questionnaire for Women with Androgenetic Alopecia
WAA-QOL measures impact of hair loss on women's well-being.
research A 6-Month, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Ability of a Marine Complex Supplement to Promote Hair Growth in Men with Thinning Hair
The marine complex supplement significantly improved hair growth in men with thinning hair without adverse effects.
research Long-Term Removal of Unwanted Hair Using Light
Laser and light treatments can effectively remove hair long-term.
research Complications in Hair Restoration Surgery
Successful hair transplant surgery depends on careful patient selection, proper surgical plan and technique, and attentive aftercare.
research A Review of Hand-Held, Home-Use Cosmetic Laser and Light Devices
Home-use cosmetic laser and light devices show modest results for hair removal and acne treatment, but more research is needed for confirmation.
research Comparison of Quality of Life in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia and Alopecia Areata
Both androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata negatively impact quality of life, with no significant difference between them.
research Automated Digital Image Analysis (TrichoScan) for Human Hair Growth Analysis: Ease Versus Errors
TrichoScan often makes mistakes and needs improvement for correct hair growth analysis.
research Attitudes, Behaviors, and Expectations of Men Seeking Medical Treatment for Male Pattern Hair Loss: Results of a Multinational Survey
Most men with hair loss worry, try self-treatments, and delay doctor visits due to cost, uncertainty, and embarrassment.
research Intradermal Injections of a Hair Growth Factor Formulation for Enhancement of Human Hair Regrowth: Safety and Efficacy Evaluation in a First-in-Man Pilot Clinical Study
The QR 678 hair growth treatment was safe and effective for hair regrowth in men and women.