research Lichen-Planopilaris-Like Scarring Pattern in a Patient with Alopecia and Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris
A patient with a skin condition had unusual scarring hair loss but improved with treatment.
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research Yellow Facial Papules Associated With Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Distinct Histologic Pattern and Response to Isotretinoin
Oral isotretinoin effectively treats yellow facial papules in frontal fibrosing alopecia patients.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update Of Treatment Options
Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
research Assessment of Serum Vitamin D and Serum Ferritin in Female Pattern Androgenic Alopecia
Females with androgenic alopecia have significantly lower vitamin D3 and ferritin levels.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.
research The Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil 2% Versus Topical Botanically Derived Inhibitors of 5 Alpha Reductase in Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss by Trichoscopy
Minoxidil 2% is more effective for female hair loss, but botanicals have fewer side effects.
research Association of Metabolic Syndrome and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Women with pattern hair loss often have higher blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, and waist size, suggesting a link between hair loss and metabolic syndrome.
research Female-Patterned Alopecia in Teenage Brothers with Unusual Histologic Features
Two teenage brothers had a rare, treatment-resistant form of female-pattern hair loss with unusual scalp changes.
research Classification and Scoring of Androgenetic Alopecia (Male and Female Pattern)
The document explains how hair loss patterns in men and women, known as Androgenetic alopecia, are classified using the Hamilton-Norwood system for men and the Ludwig grade system for women.
research Classification and Scoring of Androgenetic Alopecia (Male and Female Pattern)
The document explains how hair loss in men and women, known as Androgenetic alopecia, is categorized using the Hamilton-Norwood system for men and the Ludwig grade system for women.
research Classification and Scoring of Androgenetic Alopecia (Male and Female Pattern)
research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Evolutionary Paradox: A Genome-Wide Association Studies-Based, In Silico, Evolutionary Explanation
The research suggests that the global distribution of PCOS is likely due to historical human migration and that genes affecting PCOS may have different impacts on males and females.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is too much hair growth in women like the pattern in men, often caused by high male hormones, and can be treated with hormone control and hair removal methods.
research A Hypothetical Pathogenesis Model for Androgenic Alopecia: Clarifying the Dihydrotestosterone Paradox and Rate-Limiting Recovery Factors
The model suggests that scalp tension could lead to hair loss, with factors like blood vessel hardening, enlarged oil glands, and poor microcirculation also playing a role. It also hints at a possible link between skull shape and baldness pattern.
research Role Of Oral Minoxidil In The Treatment Of Androgenetic Alopecia
Low-dose oral minoxidil can help treat male and female pattern hair loss, especially in those who can't use topical treatments or have heart health issues.
research Hair and Nails
Pregnancy can cause more body and scalp hair growth and make nails brittle, but these changes often revert after giving birth.
research An Update of the Pathogenesis of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: What Does the Current Evidence Tell Us?
The current understanding of frontal fibrosing alopecia involves immune, genetic, hormonal factors, and possibly environmental triggers, but more research is needed for effective treatments.
research Alopecia: Children Are Not Just Little People
Hair loss in children is diagnosed and treated differently than in adults, with different common causes and a focus on less invasive methods.
research Bicalutamide: A Review
Bicalutamide may help treat female pattern hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Most older adults experience pattern hair loss due to shrinking hair follicles, with men and women showing different balding patterns.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Comprehensive Overview and Management Strategies
PCOS is a common hormonal disorder with symptoms like irregular periods and excess hair growth, managed with lifestyle changes and medications.
research Alopecia: Managing the Basics
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
research Histopathology of Alopecia: A Clinicopathological Approach to Diagnosis
The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires good teamwork between skin doctors and lab experts.
research The Reliability of Horizontally Sectioned Scalp Biopsies in the Diagnosis of Chronic Diffuse Telogen Hair Loss in Women
Horizontally sectioned scalp biopsies are more reliable for diagnosing hair loss in women when three samples are taken instead of one.
research Androgen Excess: Investigations and Management
The conclusion is that managing androgen excess requires long-term treatment, including hormonal contraceptives and androgen blockers, with follow-up after six months.
research What Can Hair Tell Us About COVID-19?
Grey hair and baldness may be linked to COVID-19 severity, but more analysis is needed; post-infectious hair loss is related to the severity of the disease and usually recovers within 3-6 months.
research Dengue-Associated Telogen Effluvium: A Report of 14 Patients
Dengue fever can cause a temporary type of hair loss called telogen effluvium.
research Hair Disorders
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for treating various hair disorders, which have significant psychological impacts.
research Treatment of Hyperandrogenism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Hormonal therapies are effective for managing hair and skin symptoms in women with PCOS.
research Hormonal Treatment for Skin Androgen-Related Disorders
Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.