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January 2016 in “US Endocrinology” This study found that 27% of women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported perceived scalp hair thinning, which was associated with factors like advancing age, subjective hirsutism, disturbed sleep, smoking, abnormal glucose tolerance, and meal skipping.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” This review discusses drug-induced alopecia, highlighting challenges in diagnosis and available therapies, and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for further research into effective treatments.
In this study, researchers found that while applying a lotion containing Lactiplantibacillus plantarum subsp. plantarum N793 did not improve hair density overall compared to placebo, it was effective in improving hair density among individuals with relatively mild hair thinning.
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December 2017 in “Annals of Dermatological Research” This case report highlights that dermatoscopy and histopathological analysis were crucial for accurately diagnosing Lichen Planopilaris in two patients, leading to a correct diagnosis after initial misdiagnoses.
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October 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study found that subcutaneous testosterone therapy improved scalp hair growth in a majority of androgen-deficient women who previously reported hair thinning and did not report hair loss as a side effect.
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July 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” In this study, the researchers compared subcutaneous fat in the frontal and occipital scalp regions, which are affected and spared in androgenetic alopecia respectively, to better understand the role of subcutaneous fat in the condition's pathogenesis.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences Archive” In an open-label clinical trial, this study found that applying Narasimham Hair Oil thrice weekly for 8 weeks significantly improved hair density, thickness, and scalp health among participants with hair thinning, with benefits persisting after treatment, and 95% reporting user satisfaction without adverse effects.
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May 1979 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this report, six elderly women with a novel pustular dermatosis of the scalp experienced chronic lesions unresponsive to antibiotics but were effectively managed with potent topical steroids.
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August 2013 in “Pediatric Dermatology” This review discusses the use of trichoscopy in diagnosing and managing pediatric hair and scalp disorders and reports no new experimental findings.
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February 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study demonstrated that using morphometric and 3D reconstruction software to evaluate scalp biopsies in non-cicatricial alopecias may be feasible and sensitive for detecting subtle follicular changes.
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August 2021 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This study concluded that a regimen containing functional antioxidants and barrier-enhancing agents reduced hair shedding and increased perceived hair fullness in participants with self-perceived hair thinning over 24 weeks.
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January 2016 in “JAMA Dermatology” This article discusses the presence of dirty dots as a normal trichoscopic finding in children, noting they are not observed in adults or other age groups, and reports no new results.
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September 1992 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” This research suggests that intraoperative unilateral occipital artery ligation can reduce the risk of complications like scalp necrosis, offering advantages such as improved visualization and reduced asymmetry during extensive scalp lift surgeries.
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February 2021 in “The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology” This review examines the various potential causes of bitemporal hair loss, emphasizing the importance of prompt diagnosis to prevent further hair loss in scarring conditions; it reports no new clinical results.
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June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” This article discusses methods for camouflaging surgical sites after hair transplant procedures and presents no new clinical findings.
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August 2021 in “International journal of cosmetic science (Print)” This study reported that using piroctone olamine in either a shampoo or leave-on product form significantly increased hair retention and improved scalp condition in women with perceived hair thinning.
June 2026 in “The Journal of Cosmetic Medicine” This narrative review reports that scalp micropigmentation offers immediate cosmetic improvements in hair density appearance, but does not promote actual hair regrowth and results vary based on the operator's skill.
This study highlights that hair and scalp camouflage techniques can enhance confidence and self-esteem in patients with hair loss disorders by reducing the visibility of scalp contrast, leading to a visual effect of denser hair coverage.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” In this study, researchers observed that patients with androgenetic alopecia show differences in scalp microbial communities compared to the general population, including an increase in Cutibacterium acnes, particularly in males, which may interact with lipid and immune pathways to contribute to hair follicle miniaturization.
December 2025 in “Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health” This study highlights that careful interpretation of bite-centered anatomy and trichoscopic signs can help differentiate tick-bite alopecia from alopecia areata in children, with specific management strategies based on clinical signs.
September 2025 in “Sahel Journal of Life Sciences FUDMA” This study reported that albino Wistar rats exposed to chemical hair straighteners showed significant hair fiber damage and scalp skin deterioration, which worsened with repeated and prolonged application, highlighting the cytotoxic potential of these products and potential systemic risks.
April 2025 in “Clinical Dermatology Review” In this study, researchers reported that dermatoscopy effectively differentiates between various types of alopecia and scalp disorders, offering a fast, minimally invasive diagnostic method that improves the standard of care and reduces the necessity for scalp biopsies.
September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” This review discusses erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp, including its characteristics, potential triggers, and its classification as a neutrophilic dermatosis, but reports no new clinical findings.
May 2021 in “Our Dermatology Online” This report details a rare case of lipedematous alopecia with classical symptoms, including scalp swelling and patchy hair loss in a 40-year-old woman.
December 2020 in “Han-guk byuti gyeong-yeong hakoeji” This study found that weight control efforts among people in their 20s and 30s were associated with decreased skin moisture, elasticity, and increased hair loss and thinning.
January 2019 in “SAGE Open Medical Case Reports” This paper reports a rare case where AL amyloidosis presented as isolated scalp alopecia, underscoring the importance of considering systemic amyloidosis in the differential diagnosis of alopecia.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Aging significantly affects the hair and scalp of nonbalding Caucasian women, with changes that differ from male pattern baldness.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A botanical lotion can increase scalp collagen and extend hair growth phase, potentially improving hair thinning issues.
January 1959 in “Acta medica Scandinavica” This article discusses the relationship between vitamins and scalp hair loss but does not report new clinical results.
October 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” This study found that isolated scalp microneedling did not improve scalp coverage or hair density in male pattern hair loss patients, with no adverse events reported.