5 citations,
October 1984 in “The BMJ” Up to 50% of scalp hair can be lost before it appears thin, and treatment is only needed for hair loss caused by diseases or deficiencies.
4 citations,
July 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Minoxidil injections can speed up hair regrowth in non-severe patchy hair loss, but combining it with steroids doesn't improve results.
4 citations,
December 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Thread monofilament and minoxidil together increase hair growth in female androgenetic alopecia.
4 citations,
September 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Various treatments exist for alopecia areata, but none are completely satisfactory; choice depends on age, disease extent, and preference.
4 citations,
April 2016 in “American Journal of Primatology” Where a rhesus macaque used to live can affect its chances of getting alopecia later in life, and females are more likely to be affected than males.
3 citations,
January 2023 in “Physiological Research” Conditioned media from mesenchymal stem cells show promise for tissue repair and disease treatment, but more research is needed on their safety and effectiveness.
3 citations,
February 2021 in “Medical journal, Armed Forces India” Combination therapy promotes better hair growth and density.
3 citations,
June 2017 in “Journal of Biomaterials Applications” Keratin extract from human hair was found to promote hair growth in mice.
3 citations,
November 2009 in “BMC dermatology” Dermatologists' treatment of alopecia areata is inconsistent, especially for children and advanced stages.
3 citations,
September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The evaluation system improved patient selection for hair loss surgery, leading to better results and satisfaction.
3 citations,
January 2016 in “South African family practice” Platelet-rich plasma is considered safe but needs more research to prove its effectiveness in medical treatments.
3 citations,
June 2004 in “Alternative and Complementary Therapies” The document concludes that hair loss is influenced by genetics and other factors, and while treatments like finasteride can help, they have limitations and side effects.
3 citations,
November 1999 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Examining scalp biopsies in different ways helps better diagnose hair loss types.
2 citations,
March 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Umbilical cord-derived media is safe and effective for hair growth.
2 citations,
December 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Metabolic syndrome reduces effectiveness of hair loss treatment.
2 citations,
December 2019 in “Textile Research Journal” L-cysteine and ultrasound successfully improved rabbit hair fibers for industrial use.
2 citations,
December 2019 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Microneedling with platelet-rich plasma helps dog hair regrow faster than microneedling alone.
2 citations,
November 2019 in “Cancer reports” The Wnt signaling pathway is not a major factor in the development of keratoacanthoma, a type of skin tumor.
2 citations,
January 2018 in “International journal of research in dermatology” Intralesional corticosteroids are the best for limited alopecia areata, oral steroids are less effective, and PRP is safe and promising, especially for children and severe cases.
2 citations,
January 2018 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” Both fat-derived stem cells and platelet-rich plasma are effective and safe for hair loss, but stem cells give better results with more side effects.
2 citations,
April 2015 in “S. Karger AG eBooks” The document concludes that successful surgical repair of scalp and forehead issues requires careful planning and various techniques depending on the injury or defect size.
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
2 citations,
December 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are key for pediatric hair loss disorders, and addressing the emotional effects on children is important.
2 citations,
December 2004 in “Medicine” Different hair and scalp disorders cause hair loss or excess hair growth, with various treatments available depending on the specific condition.
1 citations,
December 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Certain health conditions and hair care habits affect the treatment results for a scalp condition called Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia.
1 citations,
March 2019 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” The conference reported improvements in muscle volume, skin cancer diagnosis, facial and vaginal rejuvenation, and hair growth using various laser treatments.
1 citations,
July 2018 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” Microneedling with PRP is a safe and effective way to treat chronic alopecia areata, improving hair regrowth with minimal side effects.
1 citations,
January 2018 in “International Journal of Web Based Communities” Creators of YouTube 'bro-science' baldness videos are driven by a need to share and persuade, often emphasizing authenticity and community building, while navigating trust issues related to commercial ties.
1 citations,
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Some cosmetic procedures show promise for treating hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
1 citations,
March 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Microneedling with either platelet-rich plasma or 5% minoxidil can increase hair growth in people with androgenetic alopecia, but minoxidil might be slightly better.