research Physiology and Medical Treatments for Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
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research Recurring Chemotherapy-Associated Alopecia Areata: Case Report and Literature Review
Chemotherapy may cause recurring hair loss due to an autoimmune response.
research Alopecia in Lupus: Experience from a Tertiary Referral Centre
Most lupus patients in the study experienced hair loss, which greatly affected their mental and social well-being.
research Cicatricial Alopecia: What's New in Etiology?
Cicatricial alopecia, a permanent hair loss condition, is mainly caused by damage to specific hair follicle stem cells and abnormal immune responses, with gene regulator PPAR-y and lipid metabolism disorders playing significant roles.
research The Effectiveness of 675 nm Wavelength Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia Among Indian Patients
675 nm laser therapy effectively improves hair growth in Indian patients with androgenetic alopecia.
research Male Pattern Baldness: Causes, Treatments, and Future Prospects
Most American men experience hair loss by age 50, with limited effective treatments available and new options not expected soon.
research Current and Future Medical Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treatments for hair loss vary, but cell-based options may be the future.
research The Psychological Effects of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
Hair loss can cause low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression in men.
research The Psychosocial Consequences of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of the Research Literature
Hair loss affects self-esteem and quality of life; treatments can help.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Pathogenesis and Potential for Therapy
Hair loss needs more research for better treatments.
research Dermatological Adverse Events with Taxane Chemotherapy
Taxane chemotherapy can cause skin, hair, and nail side effects, which are often under-reported and can affect patient quality of life.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatology: Boon or Bane?
Platelet-rich plasma might help with hair growth and skin conditions, but more research is needed to prove its effectiveness and safety.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Thai Men and Women: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham Device-Controlled Trial
LLLT promotes hair growth and improves hair density safely in men and women.
research A Bibliometric Study of Scientific Literature in Scopus on Botanicals for Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Botanicals like green tea extract show potential for hair growth, but more research is needed.
research Trichologist, Dermatotrichologist, or Trichiatrist? A Global Perspective on a Strictly Medical Discipline
The document suggests recognizing "trichiatrists" as doctors specializing in hair and scalp health, using evidence-based treatments.
research Effective Combination Therapy with High Concentration of Minoxidil and Carboxygas in Resistant Androgenetic Alopecia: Report of Nine Cases
High concentration Minoxidil and Carboxygas effectively treated resistant hair loss with no side effects.
research LOP14
The document concludes that rib-sparing techniques in breast reconstruction have limited benefits, sentinel lymph node biopsy is needed for desmoplastic melanoma, certain hair preservation methods improve graft survival, partial turbinectomy effectively reduces nasal obstruction, nipple shields with irrigation may reduce capsular contracture, and thicker malignant melanomas have a higher risk of non-skin cancers.
research LOP14
The document concludes that rib-sparing techniques in breast reconstruction have limited benefits, sentinel lymph node biopsy is needed for desmoplastic melanoma, certain hair preservation methods improve graft survival, partial turbinectomy effectively reduces nasal obstruction, nipple shields with irrigation may reduce capsular contracture, and thicker malignant melanomas have a higher risk of non-skin cancers.
research Oxidative Stress-Associated Senescence in Dermal Papilla Cells of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Oxidative stress affects hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia.
research Alopecia: Unapproved Treatments or Indications
Many treatments for hair loss lack proper testing and FDA approval, so their effectiveness is uncertain.
research The New Paradigm for Androgenetic Alopecia and Plant-Based Folk Remedies: 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Reversal of Secondary Microinflammation, and Improving Insulin Resistance
Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in Men: Presentations in 12 Cases and a Review of the Literature
FFA in men, often mistaken for other hair loss types, may be more common than thought and needs larger studies for confirmation.
research Hirsutism, Postpartum Telogen Effluvium, and Male Pattern Alopecia
Hormonal changes during and after pregnancy can cause hair growth changes and hair loss, with treatments available for some conditions.
research Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Cow Placenta Extract Lotion Versus Minoxidil 2% in the Treatment of Female Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia
Cow placenta lotion works like minoxidil 2% for female hair loss, with fewer side effects.
research Lichen Planopilaris Epidemiology: A Retrospective Study of 80 Cases
Lichen planopilaris mostly affects women with fair skin and can look different on each person, needing early treatment to prevent hair loss.
research Prescribing Habits for Androgenic Alopecia Among Dermatologists in Spain in 2019–2020: A Cross-Sectional Study
In Spain, dermatologists most commonly prescribe topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for male hair loss, and topical minoxidil and oral contraceptives for female hair loss. The use of oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil has significantly increased over the past three years.
research Selections from Current Literature: Androgenetic Alopecia - The Science Behind a New Oral Treatment
New oral treatment, finasteride, effectively and safely treats common hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Drug Safety and Therapeutic Strategies
Personalized treatment with inhibitors, minoxidil, and laser therapy helps hair loss.
research Higher Levels of Steroidogenic Acute Regulatory Protein and Type I 3β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in the Scalp of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Men with baldness have higher levels of specific proteins, suggesting local hormone production may play a role in hair loss.
research Prescribing Habits for Androgenic Alopecia Among Dermatologists in Spain in 2017: A Cross-Sectional Study
In 2017, Spanish dermatologists commonly prescribed topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and nutricosmetics for hair loss, with oral contraceptives also used for premenopausal women. Less common were oral dutasteride, due to side effects, and newer, more expensive treatments like topical finasteride and Low-Level Laser Therapy. The conclusion is that there's a need for prescription guidelines due to varied treatment approaches.