14 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” This review discusses physician-patient dynamics in managing hair loss and highlights the emotional impacts, emphasizing the need for effective communication and patient education, but it reports no new clinical findings.
13 citations
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September 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This review discusses the use of microneedling for androgenetic alopecia and finds it promising for enhancing hair density and thickness, especially when combined with other treatments, but notes no standardized protocol exists yet.
13 citations
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January 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” This study found that Juvéderm Ultra Plus was safe and effective for correcting severe nasolabial folds in a Chinese population, requiring less volume than Restylane while achieving similar responder rates, with fewer severe treatment site reactions.
12 citations
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January 2007 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” This review discusses the classification and regulation challenges of anti-ageing cosmetics in Europe and reports no new findings; it calls for increased transparency to help consumers make informed choices.
10 citations
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June 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy” In this study, treatment with DPCP alone was more effective for hair regrowth and presented fewer side effects in chronic extensive alopecia areata compared to combination therapy with DPCP and anthralin.
10 citations
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January 2007 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” In this study, a new IPL device effectively reduced hair regrowth with high patient satisfaction, particularly in individuals with coarse dark hair and darker skin, despite repeated sessions needed for lighter hair and skin.
8 citations
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July 2021 in “Patient Preference and Adherence” This review discusses how alopecia impacts patients' quality of life and evaluates the use and limitations of HRQoL questionnaires without reporting new clinical results.
7 citations
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study found that superficial cryotherapy significantly increased hair density and thickness in treated eyebrows compared to untreated controls after 5 months in patients with alopecia areata.
6 citations
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November 2020 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that intralesional injections of triamcinolone acetonide at 5 mg/mL are as effective and safe as 10 mg/mL for treating patchy alopecia areata on the scalp, with similar hair regrowth rates, side effects, and recurrence observed between the two dosages.
5 citations
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April 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This source provides an overview of expert practices for using topical and low-dose oral minoxidil in treating hair loss, highlighting how dermatologists apply existing literature to ensure safe and effective treatment.
5 citations
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December 2022 in “The journal of the Intensive Care Society/Journal of the Intensive Care Society” This review discusses the challenges and considerations in managing transgender patients in critical care, noting gaps in current medical curricula and suggesting improvements in education.
5 citations
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August 2018 in “Neurology and Therapy” In this observational study, most patients with multiple sclerosis on teriflunomide who experienced hair thinning reported it as mild or moderate and largely recovered while continuing treatment.
4 citations
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August 2022 in “Lasers in medical science” In this study, both 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser and long-pulsed 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser effectively reduced enlarged facial pores, with no significant difference in efficacy and minimal side effects, though the Nd:YAG laser had less severe side effects.
3 citations
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May 2018 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” This study found that platelet-rich plasma treatment was effective and safe for promoting hair regrowth in mild cases of alopecia areata, with significant improvements in quality of life compared to placebo.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “Lasers in Medical Science” This pilot study reported significant improvement in hair restoration and patient satisfaction with the use of fractional carbon dioxide laser followed by platelet-rich plasma, showing greater hair density increases using higher laser pulse energy settings in individuals with androgenetic alopecia.
1 citations
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April 2024 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This study aimed to create an herbal shampoo that effectively removes oil, dirt, and dandruff while enhancing hair thickness, growth, and blackness, without causing side effects like conventional cosmetic shampoos can. Results are not reported.
1 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Headache & Pain Management” This article highlights the need to consider topical minoxidil as a differential diagnosis for unexplained headache and dizziness due to its potential side effects.
July 2026 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study found that public sentiment towards androgenetic alopecia treatments is generally negative, with over-the-counter therapies perceived more positively than prescription options despite weaker clinical evidence.
July 2026 in “Mendeley Data” Higher doses of oral minoxidil can help hair growth but may cause side effects.
July 2026 in “Mendeley Data” Higher doses of oral minoxidil can help hair growth but may cause side effects.
February 2026 in “BMJ Open” This study found that the most significant negative emotional responses among cancer patients during consultations were related to treatment delays and the possibility of hair loss.
November 2025 in “Cancer Reports” In this study, women who underwent chemotherapy for breast cancer in Islamabad, Pakistan, reported significant physical and psychological challenges, as well as economic strain; the authors concluded that government support and improved pre-treatment counseling could help mitigate these issues.
April 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study found that in patients with androgenetic alopecia, microneedling therapy led to significantly higher treatment adherence compared to medication, with improved adherence linked to factors like age, education, income, reduced side effects, and enhanced treatment efficacy.
August 2024 in “Nutrition Bulletin” This editorial examines how GLP-1 receptor agonists, providing significant weight loss and cardiovascular benefits, can be integrated into a comprehensive obesity treatment alongside diet and lifestyle changes, but highlights the need for further guidance on their real-world application and multidisciplinary care.
August 2024 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Francesca Ramadan provides an overview of various non-surgical hair restoration and rejuvenation treatments available in aesthetic clinics, highlighting advancements beyond currently limited drug options due to side effects, as reported in this review.
In this study, both 5% and 10% topical minoxidil showed similar overall efficacy in treating male-pattern hair loss, though the 10% concentration resulted in greater improvement in frontal hair count but also more side effects.
April 2024 in “Tạp chí Y học Thảm hoạ và Bỏng” This review discusses various treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, considering factors such as effectiveness, side effects, and cost, but reports no new clinical results.
This study found that treatments with adipose-derived stem cell secretome and minoxidil significantly improved hair growth in androgenetic alopecia, with the combination therapy showing the greatest improvement over 12 weeks.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study concluded that while both 5% topical and 1 mg oral minoxidil significantly improved hair diameter in androgenetic alopecia patients, there was no significant difference in overall effectiveness or patient satisfaction between the treatments.
November 2023 in “International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science” This source reviews the developments in hair care technologies, noting that while herbal shampoos offer benefits such as eliminating grease and promoting hair growth, some shampoo ingredients may cause side effects like hair loss and discomfort.