research The Basic Science of Hair Biology
Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
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research A Study of the Histopathological Features of Alopecias on Transverse Sections of Scalp Biopsies
Transverse scalp biopsy sections help diagnose different alopecias by showing hair follicle details and inflammation patterns.
research Alopecia and Clinical Presentation of Endocrinopathies: Pathogenetic and Diagnostic Aspects
Hormonal imbalances can cause hair loss, and understanding them can help develop better treatments.
research Synergistic Therapeutic Effect of Ginsenoside Rg3 Modified Minoxidil Transfersomes on Androgenic Alopecia in C57BL/6 Mice
Ginsenoside Rg3 combined with minoxidil was more effective in treating hair loss in mice.
research The Hormonal Background of Hair Loss in Non-Scarring Alopecias
Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.
research Relationship of a Novel c.429delC Deletion in Hairless Gene HR with Alopecia in Two Families from Southern Punjab, Pakistan
A new mutation in the Hairless gene causes hair loss in two Pakistani families.
research SnapshotDx Quiz: May 2022
Androgenetic alopecia causes hair thinning due to increased androgen activity, treatable with minoxidil and finasteride.
research Research on Mental Stress Recognition of Depressive Disorders in Patients with Androgenic Alopecia Based on Machine Learning and Fuzzy K-Means Clustering
The FAW-FS algorithm improves depression recognition, and psychological interventions help AGA patients' mental health.
research Estrogen Leads to Reversible Hair Cycle Retardation Through Inducing Premature Catagen and Maintaining Telogen
Estrogen can temporarily slow down hair growth but this can be reversed.
research An Update in the Management of Alopecia Areata
New treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Managing Hair Loss in Midlife Women
Effective treatment for midlife women's hair loss is limited, with 5% minoxidil foam being the only proven option for the most common type.
research Minoxidil: Mechanisms of Action on Hair Growth
Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
research Telogen Effluvium: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Telogen effluvium is a common type of hair loss that can resolve on its own or become chronic, with treatment depending on early diagnosis.
research Roxithromycin Antagonizes Catagen Induction in Murine and Human Hair Follicles: Implication of Topical Roxithromycin as Hair Restoration Reagent
Roxithromycin, an antibiotic, can increase hair growth and might be used as a treatment for hair loss.
research Male Baldness: Association with Coronary Artery Disease?
Male baldness is not significantly associated with coronary artery disease.
research Case of Infective Endocarditis Caused by Implanted Artificial Hair Pyoderma
A man got heart infection from scalp infection caused by artificial hair implants.
research Overactive Bladder in Men: Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair count and improves hair growth with low risk of side effects.
research Self-Care of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Two treatments for male pattern hair loss are minoxidil and finasteride, but they have side effects and may not satisfy everyone.
research Dihydrotestosterone-Inducible Dickkopf 1 from Balding Dermal Papilla Cells Causes Apoptosis in Follicular Keratinocytes
A substance called DKK-1 increases in balding areas and causes hair cells to die when exposed to DHT.
research The Hair Follicle as an Estrogen Target and Source
Estrogens significantly influence hair growth by interacting with receptors in hair follicles and may help regulate the hair growth cycle.
research Association Between Smoking and Hair Loss: Another Opportunity for Health Education Against Smoking?
Smoking may contribute to hair loss in men.
research Telogen Effluvium: A Review of Acute and Chronic Forms
Chronic Telogen Effluvium may resolve after years and is diagnosed by examining the patient's history and clinical signs, with treatment aimed at underlying causes and possibly minoxidil.
research Pinpoint White Dots in the Scalp: Dermoscopic and Histopathologic Correlation
Small white dots on the scalp seen with a dermoscope correspond to sweat ducts and vary with different hair disorders.
research Drugs and Hair Loss: Mechanisms and Clinical Implications
Some medications can cause hair loss, but stopping the drug usually leads to recovery within 3 months.
research Tobacco and the Skin: Adverse Effects and Complex Relationships
Smoking harms skin health, causing slower wound healing, more wrinkles, and worsening some skin conditions, but may protect against certain others.
research A Detective Look at Hair Biopsies from African-American Patients
Recognizing specific features of African-American hair can help diagnose hair loss conditions.
research Black Women's Hair: The Main Scalp Dermatoses and Aesthetic Practices in Women of African Ethnicity
Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
research Scalp Itch: A Systematic Review
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and treatment of scalp itch require differentiating between various conditions using a proposed five-step evaluation process.
research Histopathology of Scarring and Nonscarring Hair Loss
The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of tissue samples and understanding of clinical symptoms.
research A Systematic Approach to Afro-Textured Hair Disorders
Dermatoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in people with Afro-textured hair, but more research is needed for better understanding and treatment.