research Topically Applied Minoxidil in Baldness
Minoxidil, when applied to the scalp, can stimulate hair growth but effects vary, stop if treatment ends, and it may cause side effects like fluid retention.
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270-300 / 1000+ results research Alopecia in Patients with Collagen VI-Related Myopathies: A Novel Unrecognized Scalp Phenotype
People with Collagen VI-related myopathies may often have hair loss and scalp issues.
research Androgens and Human Hair Growth
Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas and hair loss on the scalp.
research Trichoscopic Signs in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Comparative Study with 109 Patients and 305 Healthy Controls
Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring systemic lupus erythematosus, with certain hair and scalp changes indicating more active disease.
research Epigallocatechin Gallate-Mediated Alteration of the MicroRNA Expression Profile in 5α-Dihydrotestosterone-Treated Human Dermal Papilla Cells
Green tea component EGCG may help prevent hair loss by changing microRNA levels in certain scalp cells.
research Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus Presenting as Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Report of 2 Patients
Two patients with skin lupus were mistakenly thought to have a different scalp condition but improved with lupus treatment.
research Androgens and Hair: A Biological Paradox
Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas but hair loss on the scalp.
research A Case Series and Literature Review of Telogen Effluvium and Alopecia Universalis After the Administration of a Heterologous COVID-19 Vaccine Scheme
Some people experienced hair loss after COVID-19 vaccination, but it's very rare and vaccines' benefits are greater than this risk.
research Heat-Treated Limosilactobacillus Fermentum LM1020 with Menthol, Salicylic Acid, and Panthenol Promotes Hair Growth and Regulates Scalp Microbiome Balance in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Double-Blind, Randomized, and Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
Heat-treated Limosilactobacillus fermentum with menthol, salicylic acid, and panthenol promotes hair growth and balances scalp microbiome in people with androgenetic alopecia.
research Therapeutic Effects of a New Long-Acting Growth Factor Cocktail (Cellcurex™) Injected Using a Microneedle on the Scalp in Patients With Androgenetic Alopecia: A Split Study
Cellcurex™ treatment increased hair growth and thickness but caused pain and bleeding.
research Styling Without Shedding: Novel Topical Formula Reduces Hair Shedding by Contracting the Arrector Pili Muscle
A new topical solution safely reduces hair shedding by 38% on average by tightening a muscle in the scalp.
research Effect of Iontophoresis with Growth Factor Cocktail Containing Fibroblast Growth Factor 5-Short Applied to the Scalp in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia – A Split Study
Iontophoresis with a growth factor cocktail helps hair growth in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
research Lupus Erythematosus Profundus With Multiple Overlying Cutaneous Ulcerations: A Rare Case
A patient with a rare form of lupus improved after treatment for skin ulcers and hair loss on the face and scalp.
research New Effects of Caffeine on Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone (CRH)-Induced Stress Along the Intrafollicular Classical Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis (CRH-R1/2, IP3-R, ACTH, MC-R2) and the Neurogenic Non-HPA Axis (Substance P, p75NTR and TrkA) in Ex Vivo Human Male Androgenetic Scalp Hair Follicles
Caffeine may help reduce stress-induced hair loss.
research The Medusa Head: Dermoscopic Diagnosis of Woolly Hair Syndrome
A man with Woolly Hair Syndrome had very curly, fragile hair, and doctors used a special scalp examination to diagnose him without invasive tests.
research The Effects of Lower vs Higher Cell Number of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Hair Density and Diameter in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo, Parallel-Group Half-Scalp IRB-Approved Study
Higher cell number PRP improves hair density and diameter more than lower cell number PRP.
research The Role of Patient and Drug-Related Factors in Oral Minoxidil and Pericardial Effusion: Analyses of Data From the United States Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System
Oral minoxidil rarely causes pericardial effusion, especially at low doses.
research Reversal of Baldness in Patient Receiving Minoxidil for Hypertension
Minoxidil helped bald patient regrow hair.
research Prevention and Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
Scalp cooling can help prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, but treatment should be tailored to the individual and more research is needed.
research Development of the Alopecia Areata Patient Priority Outcomes Instrument: A Qualitative Study
Researchers created a new tool to measure the effects of alopecia areata from the patient's view, focusing on hair loss, daily life, and emotional health.
research Physiology and Medical Treatments for Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
research Imipramine-Induced Alopecia Areata-Like Lesions
Stopping imipramine reduced the woman's hair loss.
research Use of Minoxidil Sulfate Versus Minoxidil Base in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment: Friend or Foe?
Minoxidil base is preferred for hair loss treatment, but minoxidil sulfate may be an alternative for unresponsive patients.
research Prevention and Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: What Is Available and What Is Coming?
Scalp cooling is the only FDA-approved method to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, but other treatments like minoxidil and PRP are being tested.
research Ankle Range of Motion, Leg Pain, and Leg Edema Improvement in Patients With Venous Leg Ulcers
Compression therapy improved ankle movement, reduced leg swelling, and lessened pain in patients with venous leg ulcers.
research Recipient Site Anesthesia and Hemostasis
Using tumescent anesthesia in hair restoration surgery is safe and effective for long-lasting scalp numbness and reducing bleeding.
research Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Acquisita Following Cytotoxic Chemotherapy
Some cancer treatments can cause abnormal fine hair growth.
research Alopecia Universalis After Discontinuation of Pegylated Interferon and Ribavirin Combination Therapy for Hepatitis C: A Case Report
A man lost all his hair after stopping hepatitis C treatment and it didn't grow back.
research Ethosomes: An Exciting and Promising Alcoholic Carrier System for Treating Androgenic Alopecia
Ethosomes are a promising method for treating hair loss by delivering drugs directly to the scalp.
research Efficacy and Safety of Botulinum Toxin A in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Botulinum toxin A has limited effectiveness for 3 months in treating female pattern hair loss and may reduce scalp oiliness.