research Alopecia Areata: A Tissue-Specific Autoimmune Disease of the Hair Follicle
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss due to the immune system attacking hair follicles, often influenced by genetics and stress.
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research Action of Topical Minoxidil in the Bald Stump-Tailed Macaque
Minoxidil promotes hair growth but stops working when discontinued.
research Quantitative Models for the Study of Hair Growth In Vivo
The conclusion is that small hair follicles cause baldness in macaques, and treatments like antiandrogens and minoxidil can prevent hair loss and promote regrowth.
research Hair Biology
The document explains hair biology, the causes of hair loss, and reviews various hair loss treatments.
research Shampoos, Conditioners, and Camouflage Techniques
Cosmetic hair products are important for hiding hair loss and improving satisfaction when combined with medical treatments.
research Kinetic Analysis of LY320236: Competitive Inhibitor of Type I and Non-Competitive Inhibitor of Type II Human Steroid 5α-Reductase
LY320236 is a strong blocker of two enzymes that change testosterone into dihydrotestosterone and might help treat conditions related to male hormones.
research Obesity and Female Androgenic Alopecia: A Cause and an Effect?
Obesity may contribute to female hair loss by increasing male hormone levels that affect hair follicles.
research Disorders of Hair
The document concludes that hair analysis is not good for assessing nutrition but can detect long-term heavy metal exposure.
research Tendency to Underestimate the Severity of Androgenetic Alopecia
People often underestimate hair loss severity, with fewer seeking treatment, and it's more distressing for women.
research The Genetically Programmed Hair Growth Cycle And Alopecia: What Is There To Know?
The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
research The Applications of Medical Tattooing in the Head and Neck Region
Medical tattooing improves appearance and quality of life, but has potential risks.
research Hair Cosmetics for the Hair Loss Patient
Proper hair care and safe use of hair products are crucial for those with hair loss.
research Overactive Bladder in Men: Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair count and improves hair growth with low risk of side effects.
research Estrogen Receptors in Black and White Hairs
Females have higher estrogen receptor levels in hair than males, and these levels decrease in white hair compared to black hair.
research Cosmeceuticals
Isotretinoin and tazarotene help treat acne, while minoxidil and finasteride promote hair growth.
research Hair Restoration Surgery: Pre-Surgical Considerations And Pitfalls
Careful planning and accurate diagnosis are crucial for successful hair restoration surgery.
research Dermoscopic Features in Cicatricial and Non-Cicatricial Alopecia
Dermoscopy helps diagnose different types of hair loss and may reduce the need for biopsies.
research Trichotillomania and Traction Alopecia
Hair pulling disorder is treated with therapy and medication; hair loss from tension can be reversed if caught early.
research Thyroid Hormones Directly Alter Human Hair Follicle Functions: Anagen Prolongation and Stimulation of Both Hair Matrix Keratinocyte Proliferation and Hair Pigmentation
Thyroid hormones help hair grow, reduce hair loss, and increase hair pigment.
research Loss of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor in Human Alopecia Hair Follicles
Hair follicles in people with alopecia have lower levels of a key blood vessel growth protein.
research Biology of Hair Growth
Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone affect hair growth, and new techniques like the folliculogram help study it, but fully understanding hair growth is still complex.
research Beyond Goosebumps: Does the Arrector Pili Muscle Have a Role in Hair Loss?
The arrector pili muscle might play a role in hair loss and needs more research to understand its impact.
research The Basic Science of Hair Biology
Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
research Hair Loss and Hirsutism in the Elderly
Many elderly women experience unwanted facial hair and various hair loss conditions, with treatments available for each condition.
research Erythropoietin Promotes Hair Shaft Growth in Cultured Human Hair Follicles and Modulates Hair Growth in Mice
Erythropoietin helps hair grow and could be a potential treatment for hair loss.
research Alopecia Areata, Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis, and Ulcerative Colitis: Autoimmunity and Apoptosis as Common Links?
The conditions alopecia areata, primary sclerosing cholangitis, and ulcerative colitis may be linked by shared autoimmune and cell death mechanisms.
research Hair Transplantation in Cicatricial Alopecias
Hair transplants can be a treatment for scarring hair loss if there's good blood flow and no active disease.
research A Review on Hair Care Cosmetics and Indian Medicinal Plants for Hair
Indian medicinal plants can help with hair growth and common hair issues.
research Research Progress in Composition, Classification and Influencing Factors of Hair
Lipids are important for healthy hair, but their exact role is not fully understood and needs more research.
research Hair Growth Promoting Activity of Helianthus Annuus in Testosterone Induced Alopecia in Mice Model
Sunflower oil was found to promote hair growth in mice with hormone-induced hair loss.