9 citations,
January 2017 in “International Journal of Trichology” The study suggests that mast cells might be involved in the hair loss condition telogen effluvium and could be a target for treatment.
1 citations,
October 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining microneedling with 2% minoxidil is more effective and safe for treating female pattern hair loss than using minoxidil alone.
27 citations,
November 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The conclusion is that androgenetic alopecia and senescent alopecia have unique gene changes, suggesting different causes and potential treatments for these hair loss types.
Rapid weight loss can cause temporary hair loss, but hair usually grows back.
October 2018 in “Ayurlog: national journal of research in ayurveda science” The review suggests that lifestyle, diet, and environment affect hair loss, and Ayurveda offers ways to maintain hair health.
April 2021 in “Texila international journal of academic research” Both topical and oral finasteride are equally effective for treating male pattern baldness.
May 2024 in “Lasers in medical science” The 2940-nm Er: YAG laser combined with medication is a safe and better treatment for male hair loss than medication alone.
26 citations,
March 1986 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Scalp hair grows at 0.37 mm/day, forearm hair at 0.18 mm/day, and thigh hair at 0.30 mm/day, with no significant differences found in people with certain hair conditions.
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
July 2022 in “Plastic surgery and modern techniques” Using stem cell-enriched fat injections before hair transplant surgery can result in less hair loss and thicker hair.
15 citations,
December 2011 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hair loss in systemic lupus erythematosus patients is unique and improves with treatment.
January 2015 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” Dutasteride is effective and safe for treating common hair loss, and it's more potent than finasteride, leading to better hair growth and thickness.
10 citations,
July 2019 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Facial hair transplantation has improved to give natural-looking beards and eyebrows with proper technique and patient care.
129 citations,
June 1999 in “Archives of Dermatology” African Americans have less hair density than whites.
2 citations,
February 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Body hairs can be used in forensic science and toxicology like scalp hair.
12 citations,
October 1976 in “The BMJ” Syphilis can cause hair loss and treating the infection can reverse it.
Botulinum toxin injections can reduce hair loss and stimulate new hair growth in some men with male pattern baldness.
May 2017 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure” Water quality affects mineral content in hair, and coconut oil can protect against damage.
72 citations,
July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.
October 2008 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Medical practitioners need to understand basic statistics to properly evaluate clinical trials and avoid unethical designs.
8 citations,
September 1995 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Calcipotriol treatment for scalp psoriasis does not cause hair loss.
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.
75 citations,
October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Chronic Telogen Effluvium is a hair loss condition in middle-aged women that usually doesn't lead to complete baldness.
July 1997 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
6 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” A man with baldness had successful hair growth after transplanting body hair to his head.
1 citations,
January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” A new hair restoration technology was found to effectively increase hair thickness, density, and growth, while reducing hair loss and improving scalp health, with no side effects.
9 citations,
September 2009 in “PubMed” Antigen presenting cells around hair follicles are crucial in SLE-related hair loss.
2 citations,
September 2017 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” Healthy Han Chinese have lower hair density than whites and Africans, and transplanting 300 hair units can nearly restore normal hair density.
33 citations,
August 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” Acquired Progressive Kinking of Hair is likely an early sign of male pattern baldness.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Gender affects hair and scalp characteristics, with differences in hormone responses, graying patterns, and trace metals.