January 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” Both surgical hairline advancement and follicular unit transplantation effectively lower the female hairline, but they differ in speed, scarring, and naturalness of results.
November 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” Dr. Bernard Cohen created a new system to classify hair loss using numbers and a detailed scalp map.
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January 2012 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Finasteride may cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but they are reversible and affect less than 2% of men.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Hair usually grows back 1-3 months after treatment for anagen effluvium, and children with Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome often improve by adolescence.
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May 2020 in “EMBO reports” Calcium is important for stem cell function and maintenance, especially in blood and skin cells.
April 2021 in “European journal of medical and health sciences” The pandemic stress may have increased alopecia cases in Bangladesh.
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PRP treatment improves hair growth, and the device used can affect results, with some being more effective.
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March 2012 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Some stem cells in the body rarely divide, which could help create better treatments for diseases and aging.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Injectable Platelet-Rich Fibrin (I-PRF) showed positive results for treating hair loss, skin texture, wrinkles, and wounds.
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November 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” More men are getting cosmetic procedures, mainly for aging, hair loss, and to keep masculine features, with growing interest in both surgical and noninvasive treatments.
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November 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Different cell types work together to repair skin, and targeting them may improve healing and reduce scarring.
October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” The most effective treatments for hair loss are minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, and hair transplants, with steroids and immunosuppressants for autoimmune types.
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March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some skin medications are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but others can harm the baby and should be avoided.
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March 2013 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” No effective treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia was found, but oral 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors had the best response; for lichen planopilaris, topical corticosteroids were commonly used but had a high relapse rate.
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March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most dermatologic medications are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but some should be avoided due to potential risks.
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May 2012 in “Annals of Oncology” Some breast cancer chemotherapy can cause permanent hair loss.
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January 2007 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Laser/light treatments for hair loss are popular but lack scientific data proving effectiveness.
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June 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss, but may cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and depression.
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February 2003 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Cyclosporin is effective for treating skin conditions in small animals, but requires careful dosing and monitoring for side effects.
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April 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Graft-versus-host disease is a complication where donor immune cells attack the recipient's body, often affecting the skin, liver, and gastrointestinal tract.
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January 2022 in “Endocrine journal” Long COVID patients may have hormonal imbalances linked to their symptoms.
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May 2020 in “Cells” Substance from human umbilical cord blood cells promotes hair growth.
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June 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.
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March 2016 in “Progress in Transplantation” Healthcare providers need better understanding and cultural sensitivity to improve care for transgender patients with kidney failure needing transplants.
12 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Choose hair restoration surgery candidates carefully and plan treatments for a natural look and future hair loss.
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September 2019 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Using a patient's own fat tissue helped treat hair loss caused by an injury.
8 citations,
October 2020 in “Lasers in Medical Science” LLLT helps treat hair loss by increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and stimulating growth factors.
8 citations,
January 2008 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Hair transplantation for men has improved, offering natural, lasting results, and may be enhanced by certain medications and future technologies.
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June 2021 in “Amino acids” Human hair protein modifications could potentially indicate heart disease risk.
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November 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” FUE and SMP together can effectively treat hair loss, needing fewer procedures.