171 citations,
July 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A substance called DKK-1 increases in balding areas and causes hair cells to die when exposed to DHT.
99 citations,
June 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair ages due to genetics and environmental factors, leading to graying and thinning, with treatments available for some conditions.
87 citations,
March 2011 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Genetics and hormones play a role in male and female hair loss, but more research is needed to fully understand it.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Ayurveda Research” Tectona grandis Linn. seeds extract improved hair growth in mice better than minoxidil.
18 citations,
August 2019 in “Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy” Quercetin-loaded nanoparticles can penetrate skin, minimize hair loss, and promote hair regrowth, showing slightly better results than a marketed product.
18 citations,
January 2007 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” Citrullus colocynthis extract is effective for hair growth, comparable to minoxidil.
15 citations,
September 2008 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Roxithromycin, an antibiotic, can increase hair growth and might be used as a treatment for hair loss.
14 citations,
January 2018 in “Scientific reports” Bioluminescence imaging can track hair follicle cells and help study hair regrowth.
11 citations,
April 2013 in “Journal of Proteomics” Found different proteins in balding and non-balding cells, giving insight into hair loss causes.
10 citations,
September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Deeper microneedling boosts hair growth, with 0.6mm needles and minoxidil being most effective.
10 citations,
July 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Lower growth factors linked to balding in androgenetic alopecia.
9 citations,
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9 citations,
February 2005 in “The Journal of Men's Health & Gender” Finasteride effectively treats male hair loss, increasing length and thickness.
8 citations,
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7 citations,
June 2019 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” AGA in children needs careful diagnosis due to low androgen levels and possible other causes.
6 citations,
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3 citations,
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3 citations,
January 2007 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that individualized treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing menopause symptoms and health risks.
2 citations,
May 2017 in “International journal of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences/International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences” Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by a specific gene mutation, characterized by aging symptoms and managed by monitoring heart health and using low-dose aspirin.
2 citations,
August 2002 in “Zeitschrift für Hautkrankheiten” Telogen effluvium is a hair loss condition caused by various factors and requires a thorough examination to diagnose and differentiate from other hair loss types.
1 citations,
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1 citations,
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1 citations,
August 2002 in “Zeitschrift für Hautkrankheiten” Male androgenetic alopecia involves hair follicle miniaturization due to DHT, with potential treatments using inhibitors and blockers.
August 2023 in “International journal of research and review” Homeopathy can effectively treat pattern hair loss by using remedies like Lycopodium Clavatum and Natrum Muriaticum, tailored to the patient's overall condition.
January 2023 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” Herbal home remedies can effectively treat hair loss with fewer side effects.
January 2020 in “Der Pharmacia Lettre” Nanoparticle-based herbal remedies could be promising for treating hair loss with fewer side effects and lower cost, but more research is needed.
April 2019 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” The document concludes that ongoing medical therapy is crucial for preventing hair loss, and surgical options can restore hair, with future treatments for hair loss being promising.
Hair loss causes emotional distress, leading to high spending on treatments, with Minoxidil and Propecia being common but having side effects.
The article concludes that understanding the causes of hair loss and using continuous treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help manage it, despite potential side effects.