research Finasteride and Androgenic Alopecia: From Therapeutic Options to Medical Implications
Finasteride can treat hair loss, but may have side effects; evaluate and inform patients of risks.
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research Laser-Assisted Hair Transplantation: A Status Report in the 21st Century
Lasers in hair transplantation show promise but are not yet standard, with current methods causing some side effects and needles still being preferred for creating recipient sites.
research Topical Antiandrogen Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris
Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.
research Effective Combination Therapy with High Concentration of Minoxidil and Carboxygas in Resistant Androgenetic Alopecia: Report of Nine Cases
High concentration Minoxidil and Carboxygas effectively treated resistant hair loss with no side effects.
research A Practitioner's Guide to Hair Loss Part 1: History, Biology, Genetics, Prevention, Conventional Treatments, and Herbals
The document concludes that hair loss is influenced by genetics and other factors, and while treatments like finasteride can help, they have limitations and side effects.
research Overactive Bladder in Men: Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair count and improves hair growth with low risk of side effects.
research Mesotherapy as a Promising Alternative to Minoxidil for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Mesotherapy is a promising alternative to minoxidil for hair loss with mild side effects.
research Enabling Finasteride 1 mg Users to Further Improve Hair Pattern: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of a Novel Product
The new topical product combined with finasteride significantly increased hair thickness without side effects.
research Self-Care of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Two treatments for male pattern hair loss are minoxidil and finasteride, but they have side effects and may not satisfy everyone.
research The Use of Finasteride in Treating Androgenetic Alopecia in Adult Men
Finasteride effectively treats mild to moderate hair loss in men aged 18-41, with some side effects.
research Minoxidil And Its Use In Hair Disorders: A Review
Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, but use cautiously and monitor side effects.
research Treatment of Chronic Telogen Effluvium with Oral Minoxidil: A Retrospective Study
Oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair shedding in women with CTE, with no major side effects.
research Immunohistochemical Evaluation of Androgen Receptor and Nerve Structure Density in Human Prepuce from Patients with Persistent Sexual Side Effects after Finasteride Use for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, may cause long-term sexual side effects due to changes in hormone receptor levels.
research The Efficacy and Use of Finasteride in Women: A Systematic Review
Finasteride improves hair growth and reduces hirsutism in women, but side effects and optimal dosages need further research.
research Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Dietary Supplement Containing a Lipid Co-Extract from Serenoa Repens and Pygeum Africanum for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Women: Results of a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
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.
research Aromatase Inhibitor-Induced Hair Loss in Two Adolescents
Two teenage boys lost hair after taking a drug for growth, which was not a known side effect for kids.
research Strengthening Hair with Centella Asiatica: A Report of Clinical and Subjective Efficacy of a Local Treatment with a 0.5% Hair Lotion
A lotion with Centella asiatica extract reduced hair loss by 41% and increased hair strength without side effects.
research A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial of 5% and 2% Topical Minoxidil Solutions in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
5% and 2% minoxidil solutions effectively promote hair growth and reduce hair loss, with 5% being slightly more effective but having more side effects.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treat hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, or surgery; consider side effects and severity.
research Recent Advances in the Chemistry and Pharmacological Activity of New Steroidal Antiandrogens and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New compounds show promise for treating hair loss, enlarged prostate, and prostate cancer, with some being more effective and having different side effects than current treatments.
research Hair Characteristics and Androgenetic Alopecia in Koreans
Korean hair is typically thicker with a slower growth rate, and treatments like Dutasteride are effective for male pattern hair loss without major side effects.
research The Potential of Androgenic Alopecia Management from Plant Derivatives
Plant extracts like Avicennia marina, Boehmeria nipononivea, and Camellia sinensis could potentially treat hair loss with fewer side effects than synthetic drugs.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors in Dermatologic Treatments
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research Hormonal Treatment for Skin Androgen-Related Disorders
Hormonal treatments can help with hair loss, acne, and excess hair growth, but it takes 3-6 months to see results and patients should know the possible side effects.
research Endoscopic Forehead and Brow Lift
EFBL offers hidden incisions, faster recovery, and fewer risks, but may raise hairline and cost more.
research Treatment of Intralesional Corticosteroid-Induced Cutaneous Atrophy with Hyaluronic Acid Filling
Hyaluronic acid successfully treated skin atrophy caused by corticosteroid injections.
research Epinephrine Vasoconstriction Effect Time in the Scalp Differs According to Injection Site and Concentration
Higher epinephrine concentration and specific injection sites increase scalp vasoconstriction time.
research Follicular Unit Extraction Megasession Treatment of High-Grade Androgenetic Alopecia in Asians: Introducing Novel Principles for Surgical Design
The new follicular unit extraction treatment effectively treats severe hair loss in Asian men, giving natural-looking results with few side effects.
research Why Some Women Look Young for Their Age
Women look young for their age due to larger lips, less sun damage, and genes that prevent gray hair and wrinkles.