research An Open, Randomized, Comparative Study of Oral Finasteride and 5% Topical Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral finasteride works better than topical minoxidil for hair growth, both are safe.
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research Combined Treatment with Oral Finasteride and Topical Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized and Comparative Study in Chinese Patients
Finasteride and minoxidil together work best for male hair loss.
research Combined Microneedling With Topical Vitamin D3 or Bimatoprost Versus Microneedling Alone in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Comparative Randomized Trial
Combining microneedling with either vitamin D3 or bimatoprost improves hair regrowth more than microneedling alone.
research A Randomized, Double-Blind Controlled Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Solution of 0.25% Finasteride Admixed with 3% Minoxidil vs. 3% Minoxidil Solution in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride and minoxidil mix works better for hair growth than minoxidil alone, with similar safety.
research Comparative Study of Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil Versus Topical Minoxidil With Finasteride in Androgenetic Alopecia
The combination of minoxidil and finasteride is more effective for hair growth than minoxidil alone.
research Randomized Trial of Electrodynamic Microneedle Combined with 5% Minoxidil Topical Solution for the Treatment of Chinese Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Combining electrodynamic microneedle with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth and reduces hair loss in Chinese men.
research Effects of Photobiomodulation Therapy for Androgenic Alopecia: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Photobiomodulation therapy significantly increases hair density and growth for androgenic alopecia, but more research is needed to confirm safety.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia: Shifting Paradigms, Current Concepts, Comparative Efficacy, and Safety
Dutasteride works better than finasteride for hair loss, with both being safe to use.
research Randomized Split-Side Study Comparing Efficacy of Botulinum Toxin Type A Versus 0.9% Sodium Chloride in Scalp Psoriasis
Botulinum toxin type A significantly reduces scalp psoriasis severity compared to placebo.
research The Effectiveness of Combination Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Combination therapies work better than single treatments for hair loss.
research Top Ten Clinical Pearls in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
Start acne treatment early to prevent scarring, consider antibiotic resistance, use maintenance therapy, and manage side effects carefully.
research Efficacy and Safety of Combinational Therapy Using Topical Minoxidil and Microneedling for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Using minoxidil with microneedling increases hair count for hair loss without serious side effects.
research A Novel Topical Combination of Minoxidil and Spironolactone for Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical, Histopathological, and Physicochemical Study
Minoxidil and spironolactone combo effectively treats androgenetic alopecia, improving hair density and diameter.
research Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Minoxidil and Topical Alfatradiol in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Minoxidil works better for female hair loss than alfatradiol, both safe.
research Enhancing Hair Growth in Male Androgenetic Alopecia by a Combination of Fractional CO2 Laser Therapy and Hair Growth Factors
Laser therapy and hair growth factors significantly improve hair density in male baldness.
research Evaluation of the Efficacy of Transdermal Drug Delivery of Calcipotriol Plus Betamethasone Versus Tacrolimus in the Treatment of Vitiligo
Calcipotriol plus betamethasone with microneedling works better than tacrolimus for treating vitiligo.
research Assessing Finasteride-Associated Sexual Dysfunction Using the FAERS Database
Finasteride use linked to increased risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in younger people.
research Patient’s Experience with Subcutaneous and Oral Methotrexate for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis often causes side effects like diarrhea, fatigue, and hair loss, especially at higher doses.
research Differences in Reproductive Toxicology Between Alopecia Drugs: An Analysis on Adverse Events Among Female and Male Cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
research Patient-Reported Outcomes and Safety of Direct-to-Consumer Teledermatology for Finasteride in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Most men using teledermatology for hair loss treatment saw improved hair and self-esteem, with some experiencing side effects.
research Microneedling: Current Status and Systematic Literature Review
Microneedling is a safe and effective treatment for various skin conditions, often preferred for its fewer side effects and shorter recovery time.
research Dermatologic Care of the Transplant Patient
Transplant patients on immunosuppressive medications have a higher risk of skin cancer, and managing this involves balancing medication with cancer risk.
research Concept of Tinea Capitis
Terbinafine is the most effective treatment for tinea capitis, a scalp infection often confused with other conditions.
research Understanding and Addressing Hair Disorders in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for the Management of Hair Loss: Better Alone or in Combination?
PRP is effective for hair loss and might work better with other treatments, but more research is needed.
research Therapies
The document concludes that low-dose acne treatment is most suitable for moderate acne, with high patient satisfaction and low relapse rates.
research Efficacy and Side Effects of Drugs Commonly Used for the Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Associated With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Different drugs for prostate-related urinary symptoms work but have various side effects, and treatment should be tailored to the individual.
research Oral Finasteride Presents With Sexual-Unrelated Withdrawal in Long-Term Treated Androgenic Alopecia in Men
Most men stopped using the hair loss treatment not because of sexual side effects, but because they didn't see positive results.
research Activation of Camp Signaling in Response to Alpha-Phellandrene Promotes Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Levels and Proliferation in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
α-Phellandrene may help prevent hair loss by increasing growth factors and cell growth in hair cells through a specific signaling pathway.
research The Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil 2% Versus Topical Botanically Derived Inhibitors of 5 Alpha Reductase in Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss by Trichoscopy
Minoxidil 2% is more effective for female hair loss, but botanicals have fewer side effects.