September 2015 in “SelfCare Journal” Two treatments for male pattern hair loss are minoxidil and finasteride, but they have side effects and may not satisfy everyone.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 5% minoxidil foam helps women with thinning hair.
January 2015 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” This study found that 2.5 mg/day of oral finasteride was effective in improving hair density in women with female pattern hair loss, especially in those with early onset and longer treatment durations.
January 2015 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” In this study, researchers found that nearly half of Korean women with female pattern hair loss showed temporal scalp involvement, with a decrease in temporal hair density compared to occipital areas.
Female pattern hair loss, common in women, can be treated with various methods like minoxidil, anti-androgen treatments, and light therapy, but early intervention and realistic expectations are crucial.
January 2014 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” This review discusses various light and laser treatments for hair loss, highlighting potential benefits but emphasizes the need for more scientific evidence before recommendations can be made.
January 2014 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” This article reviews updates on 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors for treating male pattern hair loss and presents no new clinical findings; the author aims to enhance understanding of these therapies.
December 2013 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Flutamide, an oral anti-androgen therapy, is effective in treating female pattern hair loss, even without systemic androgen excess.
This study found flutamide to be an effective long-term treatment for female pattern hair loss with improved alopecia scores and high compliance when using very low doses, though some potential for hepatic disorders was observed initially.
January 2013 in “Acta Universitatis Traditionis Medicalis Sinensis Pharmacologiaeque Shanghai” This study found that Huoxue Bushen Mixture was effective in treating female pattern hair loss by improving symptom scores and altering serum hormone levels.
January 2013 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” This study found that ADSC-conditioned media was effective in increasing hair density and thickness in female pattern hair loss patients over a 12-week period.
August 2012 in “Journal of Evidence-based Medicine” This article discusses interventions for female pattern hair loss but provides no new research findings.
June 2012 in “Prescriber” Topical minoxidil effectively and safely treats female pattern hair loss, but other treatments need more research.
May 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” This article reviews definitions, classifications, and treatments for female pattern hair loss, including newer therapies like adenosine and phototherapy, but reports no new clinical findings.
May 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the prevalence of female pattern hair loss and reports no new results; the authors highlight its increased prevalence with aging.
March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study observed that white females with Ludwig I female pattern hair loss had higher hair density on the occipital scalp, whereas Asian females had thicker hair diameters in both frontal and occipital areas.
February 2012 in “European Urology Supplements” Finasteride for hair loss may cause long-lasting sexual side effects in young males.
January 2012 in “The Year book of dermatology” Finasteride 5mg/day improves hair loss in normoandrogenic Asian women.
This study found that both finasteride and low level laser therapy were similarly effective in improving hair regrowth for frontal pattern hair loss in men and women over a 3-month period.
January 2012 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” No significant difference in iron deficiency between women with or without hair loss.
June 2011 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Finasteride, a hair loss drug, can cause long-lasting sexual side effects like low libido and erectile dysfunction.
January 2011 in “Journal of Diagnosis and Therapy on Dermato-venereology” This study found that female pattern hair loss may be influenced by genetic factors and hormonal changes, particularly in young adults, and identified specific dermoscopic features associated with the condition.
October 2010 in “Mayo Clinic women's healthsource” Dr. Rochelle Torgerson says female-pattern hair loss is often hereditary, starts after puberty, and can be slowed with treatments like Minoxidil. It can also indicate other health issues.
July 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This article discusses female pattern hair loss and explores potential causes beyond androgenic factors, reporting no new research findings.
January 2010 in “Springer eBooks” November 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” This piece presents no new research findings; it briefly mentions opinions on Female Pattern Hair Loss and the importance of increasing awareness.
February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that HLA-B*57 and HLA-Cw*06 were associated with increased risk of psoriasis vulgaris, while KIR2DL2 was more prevalent in controls, suggesting a protective effect.
January 2009 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatovenereology of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine” In this study, Yifa compound treatment significantly improved female pattern hair loss and reduced sera DHT and DHEA levels after six months.
January 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article involves an interview with dermatologist Rodney Sinclair and provides no new research findings.
June 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Title change to "Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA)"; common in African American women; hair-grooming methods may contribute; no effective therapy found; trials needed.