August 2022 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Low-dose oral and sublingual minoxidil seem safe for children with hair disorders.
June 2020 in “The Medical Journal of Cairo University” Topical spironolactone works better than topical finasteride for hair loss.
13 citations,
February 2022 in “JAMA Dermatology” Dutasteride is the most effective hair loss treatment after 24 weeks, but finasteride leads to the most hair growth after 48 weeks.
8 citations,
January 2016 in “Indian Journal of Pharmacology” Finasteride and dutasteride can cause severe, lasting side effects.
December 2024 in “Therapeutic Delivery” Topical dutasteride shows promise for hair loss but needs more research.
November 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Public interest in oral minoxidil for hair loss increased after a New York Times article.
16 citations,
June 2018 in “JAAD case reports” A JAK inhibitor improved both severe hair loss and chronic skin disease in one patient.
January 2024 in “Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine” Baricitinib may effectively treat nail changes in alopecia areata.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Oral minoxidil is more convenient but topical minoxidil improves hair density better.
23 citations,
October 2015 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery/PSEF CD journals” Radiesse is a versatile facial injectable used for cosmetic improvements and long-term collagen production, with careful dosing needed to prevent complications.
17 citations,
October 2013 in “F1000Research” A 2-year-old boy grew excessive hair after using minoxidil for hair loss, but it improved when the treatment stopped.
December 2023 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” Media coverage increased public interest in oral minoxidil for hair loss but may also spread misinformation.
May 2022 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” Platelet-rich fibrin helps in healing and rejuvenation but results vary and can take time.
January 2023 in “Frontiers in Medicine” ALRV5XR is the most effective hair regrowth treatment at 24 weeks.
21 citations,
August 2017 in “Journal of veterinary internal medicine” Combining amino acid and stem cell therapy may help manage hepatocutaneous syndrome in dogs.
May 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” PRP therapy for hair loss is safe but its effectiveness is doubtful.
January 2023 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The new 5% minoxidil foam is as effective and safe as Rogaine® for treating hair loss in Chinese men.
144 citations,
December 2017 in “Pigment cell & melanoma research” Melasma is now considered a skin aging disorder caused by sun exposure in people with a genetic tendency, which impacts treatment and prevention approaches.
20 citations,
August 2019 in “Frontiers in immunology” Biologics show promise in treating various stubborn skin diseases, but more research and better reimbursement criteria are needed.
15 citations,
January 2019 in “Breast care” Preventive measures and effective management are crucial for reducing skin side effects in cancer treatment.
10 citations,
January 2023 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia areata greatly affects people's life quality, mental health, and work life.
6 citations,
December 2015 in “Medicine” Cronkhite-Canada syndrome may be more treatable and less severe than previously thought.
3 citations,
November 2021 in “World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics” Vitamin D might help treat some types of hair loss, but more research is needed.
2 citations,
June 2023 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” Janus kinase inhibitors can regrow hair in alopecia areata but may cause side effects and hair loss may return if treatment stops.
2 citations,
February 2023 in “BJUI” Urologists should monitor mental health in patients taking finasteride due to potential links to suicidal thoughts, adjusting dosage or stopping use if necessary. More research is needed to confirm if finasteride causes these thoughts.
1 citations,
November 2022 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Platelet-rich plasma can increase hair density and may help treat some skin conditions, but it's costly, not FDA-approved, and needs more research.
November 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Rosemary oil may effectively treat hair loss with fewer side effects, but more research is needed.
August 2024 in “The Journal of Urology” The 2024 guideline updates recommendations for genetic testing, imaging, and sperm retrieval in male infertility.
March 2024 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Saudi dermatologists know about low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss but don't often prescribe it, partly due to its unavailability.
December 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Alopecia areata needs more recognition and better treatment access in Latin America to improve patient care and outcomes.