4 citations,
January 2019 in “PubMed” Patterned hair loss in women is linked to hormonal imbalances and biochemical changes, and should be evaluated for underlying health issues.
55 citations,
March 2000 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.
January 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” Plant-based chemicals may help hair growth and prevent hair loss but need more research to compete with current treatments.
50 citations,
January 2007 in “PubMed” Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
176 citations,
August 2000 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” Hormone treatments in transsexual individuals reduce hair growth and oil production in male-to-females and increase them in female-to-males.
January 2025 in “Journal of Fungi” Advanced dermoscopy techniques improve diagnosis and treatment monitoring for Kerion celsi but don't guarantee full hair regrowth.
December 2022 in “Scientia Pharmaceutica” PRP is more effective than minoxidil and placebo for treating hair loss.
95 citations,
May 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Androgens block hair growth by disrupting cell signals; targeting GSK-3 may help treat hair loss.
199 citations,
April 2010 in “Nature” A gene called APCDD1, which controls hair growth, is found to be faulty in a type of hair loss called hereditary hypotrichosis simplex.
5 citations,
November 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
4 citations,
January 2018 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” The document concludes that hair follicles have a complex environment and our understanding of it is growing, but there are limitations when applying animal study findings to humans.
36 citations,
January 2015 in “Dermatology” Bimatoprost was found to be safer and more effective than mometasone furoate for treating scalp hair loss.
30 citations,
March 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Finasteride improves surrounding scalp hair and increases hair density after hair transplant.
58 citations,
January 2006 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” High levels of testosterone and 5α-DHT can lead to cell death in cells important for hair growth.
7 citations,
July 2011 in “Survey of Ophthalmology” The document concludes that periocular hair disorders have various causes and treatments, and proper evaluation by specialists is important for management and prognosis.
July 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Low testosterone levels may contribute to female pattern hair loss in men.
1 citations,
September 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair ages and thins due to factors like inflammation and stress, and treatments like antioxidants and hormones might improve hair health.
38 citations,
September 2014 in “Cell and Tissue Research” The hair follicle infundibulum plays a key role in skin health and disease, and understanding it better could lead to new skin disease treatments.
39 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Injecting platelet-rich plasma during hair transplant surgery improves hair regrowth rate, speeds up skin recovery, and enhances hair quality.
July 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” Alopecia areata is a hair loss condition caused by immune factors and can be treated with JAK inhibitors.
73 citations,
April 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” The scalp's microorganisms significantly affect hair health and disease.
41 citations,
July 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Men with Frontal fibrosing alopecia typically lose hair on the front scalp and sometimes on sideburns and upper lip, with treatments showing varied success.
86 citations,
October 2017 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Older adults have a high rate of skin cancers like basal cell carcinoma and melanoma, mainly due to UV exposure and age.
15 citations,
February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Hair camouflage offers various options for hair loss, helping reduce psychological impact.
15 citations,
March 1997 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Finasteride shows promise for treating hair loss and excessive hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
January 1989 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” The symposium concluded that hair growth involves complex processes, including the hair follicle life cycle, the role of the dermal papilla, hair strength, pigmentation, and the impact of diseases and treatments like minoxidil on hair and skin.
19 citations,
January 2015 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Minoxidil foam effectively promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss in men.
4 citations,
February 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Prostaglandins may contribute to male hair loss; targeting them could help treat it.
21 citations,
March 2006 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Most hair loss disorders can be accurately diagnosed and treated in an outpatient setting.
2 citations,
April 2016 in “Más dermatología” The supplement with Serenoa repens and Pygeum africanum significantly increased active hair growth and decreased rest phase hair in post-menopausal women with hair loss, with only mild digestive side effects.