More research is needed to understand chemotherapy-induced hair loss and its phases.
9 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss from conditions like LPP and FFA can potentially be reversed with the right treatment.
28 citations,
September 1998 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
April 1998 in “Journal of women's health” Hair loss in women is often due to hereditary conditions or stress, and while treatments like minoxidil can help, diagnosis and management require medical guidance.
1 citations,
September 2021 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Minoxidil can help transgender males grow facial hair before starting testosterone therapy.
27 citations,
March 2006 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” HRT helps improve skin issues caused by menopause.
12 citations,
June 2016 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
October 2013 in “European Orthopaedics and Traumatology” A woman's hair grew back within 3 months after temporary hair loss from improper head positioning during shoulder surgery.
29 citations,
July 1982 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Lithium treatment can cause increased hair shedding and hair loss in patients.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair growth with similar side effects.
10 citations,
April 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy” Calcipotriol works almost as well as clobetasol for mild to moderate alopecia areata with fewer side effects.
December 2020 in “Biomedical Journal of Scientific and Technical Research” Serenoa repens, a natural compound, can increase hair count and help repair capillaries, making it a promising treatment for hair loss.
1 citations,
February 2004 in “Medical Hypotheses” Certain cultural hair practices might cause baldness by affecting natural hair oils and stem cell delivery to hair follicles.
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August 2020 in “AJGP” A woman's sudden hair loss was linked to her previous COVID-19 infection.
September 2022 in “Journal of Case Reports and Medical History” Many new moms lose hair after childbirth due to hormonal changes, but it usually grows back within a year.
44 citations,
August 2010 in “Lupus” Lupus can affect the scalp and nails, often causing hair loss and nail damage, and needs early aggressive treatment to prevent permanent damage.
September 2023 in “Ain Shams medical journal” 31% of female high school students in Minia have hair loss from tight hairstyles, which can become permanent if not treated early.
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April 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Valproic acid helped hair growth in alopecia patient; more research needed.
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November 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
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November 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dutasteride more effective for hair growth, but has more side effects than finasteride.
April 2023 in “Andrologia” American men are older, more obese, and have longer infertility than Canadian men.
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May 2021 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Healthy scalp leads to better hair quality and less damage.
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July 2017 in “eLife” Type XVII collagen helps control skin cell growth and could be a target for anti-aging treatments.
January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” A woman with alopecia totalis regrew dark hair in bands after using a corticosteroid ointment.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” Early treatment of traction alopecia can reverse hair loss; prevention involves avoiding tight hairstyles.
11 citations,
March 2016 in “Cell cycle/Cell cycle (Georgetown, Tex. Online)” Old hair follicles grew better when moved to a young environment.
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October 2019 in “Klinická onkologie” Cancer treatments often cause hair loss and damage, affecting patients' mental health.
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August 2017 in “Cell Reports” An imbalanced gut and lack of biotin can cause hair loss in mice.
January 2018 in “日本薬理学会年会要旨集 =” Stopping finasteride improves sperm quality but not semen volume in young men.
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August 2023 in “Andrology” Finasteride changes hormone levels and certain proteins in rats, but these effects can be reversed after stopping the drug.