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October 2023 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” In Germany, alopecia areata is common and often occurs with skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, affecting women slightly more and varying by region.
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March 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Microneedling with either platelet-rich plasma or 5% minoxidil can increase hair growth in people with androgenetic alopecia, but minoxidil might be slightly better.
August 2024 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Finasteride users have a very low risk of mental health issues, but those with hair loss may have slightly higher anxiety and depression.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Both laser treatments improved acne scars similarly, but the Nd:YAG laser was safer and less painful, while the Er:YAG laser left patients slightly more satisfied.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Tumescent liposuction reduces waist and hip size but doesn't significantly change metabolic markers, though it may slightly improve blood pressure and certain protein levels.
April 2023 in “Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice” Hair loss in adults is linked to heart disease risk factors like unhealthy blood fats, lack of exercise, and alcohol use. It's also slightly more common in people with metabolic syndrome. As people age, hair loss gets worse. In men, severe hair loss is tied to high blood pressure and a larger waist. In women, it's tied to higher body weight. People with hair loss should be checked for unhealthy blood fats and advised to avoid alcohol and inactivity.
June 2003 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey” After chemotherapy for a gestational trophoblastic tumor, normal pregnancy rates are possible, but there's a slightly higher risk of the tumor reoccurring in future pregnancies.
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September 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss linked to higher heart disease risk in both men and women.
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June 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss, but may cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and depression.
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February 2009 in “Maturitas” Short-term testosterone therapy in women seems safe with few mild side effects, but long-term effects need more research.
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November 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Hair color is determined by different melanins and changes with age.
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September 2018 in “JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery” Hair loss greatly lowers perceived health in both genders, and hair transplant surgery notably improves this.
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January 2016 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” Oral cyclosporine is more effective and safer than betamethasone for treating alopecia areata.
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May 2016 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology” A substance called 15-deoxy prostaglandin J2 can cause hair follicle cells to die, which might explain how prostaglandin D2 can lead to hair loss.
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January 2019 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Weekly azathioprine pulse is a better alternative to corticosteroids for treating alopecia areata due to fewer side effects.
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