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.
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research Approach to Hair Loss in Women of Color
Proper education can prevent traction alopecia in women of color.
research Gender-Affirming Hair Procedures
Hair transplants help transgender patients look more like their gender identity, with different procedures for trans women and men.
research Stimulation of Hair Growth Effect by Fermented Ginsenosides Using Levilactobacillus Brevis THK-D437
Fermented ginsenosides from kimchi bacteria may promote hair growth better than finasteride.
research The Psychosocial Impact of Alopecia in Men: A Mixed-Methods Survey Study
Men with alopecia often feel less confident and have lower wellbeing, needing more support.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical Features, Classification, and Treatments
Male pattern hair loss is genetic and influenced by hormones, with treatments like minoxidil and surgery available.
research Identification of Factors Contributing to Phenotypic Divergence via Quantitative Image Analyses of Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis with Homozygous c.736T>A LIPH Mutation
Different hair fiber development might explain why hair loss severity varies in patients with a specific genetic mutation, and treatments that thicken hair could help.
research Marie Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis: A Turkish Family with Loss of Eyebrows and a U2HR Mutation
A Turkish family with sparse hair and eyebrow loss has a mutation in the U2HR gene linked to Marie Unna hereditary hypotrichosis.
research Use of Body Hair and Beard Hair in Hair Restoration
Body and beard hair can be used for hair restoration in severely bald patients, but the technique is complex and costly.
research Scalp Hair Sweating as a Predictor of Hair Cortisol Level in Humans Compared to Obesity and Other Confounders
Scalp hair sweating is a significant predictor of hair cortisol levels.
research Recipient Area Hair Direction and Angle in Hair Transplanting
Dr. Walter P. Unger suggests that copying a person's natural hair direction and angle during transplants leads to a more natural and fuller appearance.
research A Nationwide Outbreak of Alopecia Associated With the Use of a Hair-Relaxing Formulation
A hair-straightening product caused widespread hair loss and scalp injuries, mainly affecting African American women.
research EEMCO Guidance for the Assessment of Hair Shedding and Alopecia
The document explains hair growth and shedding, factors affecting it, and methods to evaluate hair loss, emphasizing the importance of skin biopsy for diagnosis.
research Assessment of Hair Loss: Clinical Relevance of Hair Growth Evaluation Methods
Effective hair loss assessment requires a mix of precise measurement methods.
research Local Structure of Human Hair Spatially Resolved by Sub-Micron X-Ray Beam
Human hair has a new region with ordered filaments and the cuticle contains β-keratin sheets.
research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Recipient Area Hair Direction and Angle in Hair Transplanting
The paper concludes that copying the natural direction and angle of hair in transplants is key for a natural look and doesn't harm hair survival.
research Ethnic Considerations in Hair Restoration Surgery
Different ethnic hair traits must be considered for successful hair restoration surgery to achieve natural-looking results.
research Non-Invasive Method Distinguishes Chronic Telogen Effluvium From Mild Female Pattern Hair Loss: Clinicopathological Correlation
Washing test helps identify hair loss type, low iron levels significant.
research Effect of Cosmetic Hair Treatment and Natural Hair Color on Hair Testosterone Concentrations
Cosmetic hair treatments can increase hair testosterone levels, while natural hair color does not affect it.
research Changes in Color of Hair and Feathers
Pilocarpin can cause hair regrowth and color change in some cases but not in others, and it may have side effects in animals.
research Follicular Unit Extraction: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Hair Transplantation
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a less invasive hair transplant method with minimal scarring, suitable for about 60% of patients, especially those needing fewer grafts and quicker recovery.
research Loose Anagen Syndrome And Loose Anagen Hair
Loose Anagen Syndrome causes easy-to-pull, thin hair, mainly in young girls, and improves with age.
research Cold X5 Hairlaser Used to Treat Male Androgenic Alopecia and Hair Growth: An Uncontrolled Pilot Study
The X5 Hairlaser might help treat male hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Testosterone-Like Immunoreactivity in Hair Measured in Minute Sample Amounts: A Competitive Radioimmunoassay with an Adequate Limit of Detection
The new test can measure very small amounts of testosterone in hair, and grinding the hair up first gives more accurate results.
research Graft Harvesting and Management of the Donor Site
The conclusion is that careful planning and technique in hair transplant surgery are crucial for successful graft harvesting and minimizing scars, with proper aftercare to avoid complications.
research Acquired Scalp Alopecia: A Review
Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
research Randomized Trial of Electrodynamic Microneedle Combined with 5% Minoxidil Topical Solution for the Treatment of Chinese Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Combining electrodynamic microneedle with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth and reduces hair loss in Chinese men.
research Follicular Unit Extraction: A Minimally Invasive Hair Transplantation Method
FUE is a less invasive hair transplant method suitable for many patients, but it has limitations and may not replace traditional techniques.
research Very Late Onset Trichotillomania: A Case Report
A man developed a rare late-onset hair-pulling disorder, usually seen in younger people.