research An Open, Randomized, Comparative Study of Oral Finasteride and 5% Topical Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral finasteride works better than topical minoxidil for hair growth, both are safe.
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research Practical and Theoretical Distinctions Between Drugs and Cosmetics
The article concludes that products can affect the body without being drugs as long as they don't claim to treat or prevent diseases, except for cosmetic sunscreens.
research A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of Inositol in Trichotillomania
Inositol was not more effective than a placebo in treating trichotillomania.
research From Bedside to Bench: Regulation of Host Factors in SARS-CoV-2 Infection
The conclusion is that certain genetic factors and blood types may affect COVID-19 severity, but changes in ACE2 and TMPRSS2 genes are not clearly linked to it.
research Photobiomodulation Literature Watch January 2022
research The Role of Lipids in Promoting Hair Growth Through HIF-1 Signaling Pathway
Lipids may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth through the HIF-1 pathway.
research Minoxidil: A Review of Its Pharmacological Properties and Therapeutic Use
Minoxidil effectively treats severe hypertension but may cause side effects, so careful monitoring is needed.
research Hair Loss and Herbs for Treatment
Herbs can potentially treat hair loss by inhibiting a key enzyme and promoting hair growth, and deficiencies in zinc, biotin, and iron are linked to hair loss.
research Transcriptome Profiling of Whisker Follicles in Methamphetamine Self-Administered Rats
Methamphetamine affects gene expression in rat whisker follicles, with key genes linked to addiction.
research A Guide to the Use of Bioassays in Exploration of Natural Resources
Bioassays help find useful compounds in nature for making medicines, supplements, and cosmetics.
research Persistent Hyperandrogenic Symptoms in Midlife Women With PCOS: A Prospective Cohort Study in Sweden
Middle-aged women with PCOS often continue to experience symptoms related to high androgen levels, like unwanted hair growth.
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research Signaling Pathways in Hair Aging
Hair aging is caused by stress, hormones, inflammation, and DNA damage affecting hair growth and color.
research The Association Between Sugar-Sweetened Beverages and Male Pattern Hair Loss in Young Men
Drinking lots of sugary drinks may increase the risk of hair loss in young men.
research Hormonal, Medical, and Nonsurgical Aspects of Gender Affirmation
The document concludes that gender-affirming treatments are essential for transgender individuals and outlines safe hormone therapy practices.
research Prunus Mira Koehne in Sichuan, China: Recorded History as a Medicine and Food, Modern Applications, Distribution, and Ethnobotanical Investigations
Prunus mira Koehne is valuable for hair growth and has potential for sustainable use, but needs more research and conservation.
research Patient-Level Adverse Event Patterns in a Single-Institution Study of the Multi-Kinase Inhibitor Sorafenib
Sorafenib often causes mucositis, hand-foot syndrome, rash, alopecia, diarrhea, and fatigue.
research Brassica Oleracea Extract, Glucosinolates, And Sulforaphane Promote Hair Growth In Vitro And Ex Vivo
Brassica oleracea extract, glucosinlates, and sulforaphane can boost hair growth and might be used to treat hair loss.
research The Combined Use of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Promotes Healing: A Review of Experimental Models and Future Perspectives
Using Platelet-Rich Plasma and Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells together can improve healing, including wound healing, bone regeneration, and hair growth.
research Pharmacological Interventions for Treating Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome
Some drugs may reduce prostatitis symptoms short-term with few side effects.
research Finasteride
Finasteride effectively treats baldness but may cause sexual side effects.
research Reporting in Clinical Studies on Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy Among All Medical Specialties: A Systematic Review of Level I and II Studies
The review concluded that reporting on PRP therapy is often incomplete, leading to uncertainty about its effectiveness.
research Ectopic Expression of a Truncated Isoform of Hair Keratin 81 in Breast Cancer Alters Biophysical Characteristics to Promote Metastatic Propensity
A specific hair protein variant increases the spread of breast cancer and is linked to worse survival rates.
research Increased Retinol-Binding Protein 4 and Anti-RBP4 Antibody in Alopecia Areata
People with alopecia areata have higher levels of RBP4 protein and antibodies against it.
research Hair Loss and Hair Restoration in Women
Hair loss in women is complex to diagnose and treat, and hair restoration should be done by experts. Using minoxidil before surgery can help manage post-surgery hair shock loss. The Follicular Unit Transplantation method is recommended for women due to its speed, no need for shaving, and better graft quality. Strategies like L, T, and reverse L patterns can help restore central hair density, and regenerative methods can improve graft survival in hair transplants.
research Southern African HIV Clinicians Society Gender-Affirming Healthcare Guideline for South Africa
The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.
research Androgenetic Alopecia at Various Ages and Prostate Cancer Risk in an Equal-Access Multiethnic Case-Control Series of Veterans
Early balding, especially frontal, increases prostate cancer risk; more research needed.
research Nomenclature Proposal for the Zones and Landmarks of the Balding Scalp
Michael L. Beehner proposed a standardized naming system for balding scalp areas to help hair restoration surgery.
research Dermoscopy in Female Androgenic Alopecia: Method Standardization and Diagnostic Criteria
Trichoscopy can diagnose female hair loss with high accuracy by looking for specific patterns in hair and scalp appearance.
research Androgen Insufficiency in Women: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Implications
Testosterone replacement can help women with low libido and mood, but they need to have enough estrogen first to avoid side effects.