74 citations,
July 1991 in “The Journal of Urology” Minoxidil works better than nitroglycerin for treating impotence with fewer side effects.
46 citations,
January 1991 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil works in liver and outer hair root sheath for hair growth.
43 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” The article concludes that advancements in hair cosmetics require dermatologists to stay informed about products and their potential risks, including allergies and higher risks for hairdressers.
39 citations,
July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Pseudopelade of Brocq is a unique hair loss condition, but its cause and development are still not fully understood.
34 citations,
November 2010 in “Development” Activating Notch in adult skin causes T cells and neural crest cells to gather, leading to skin issues.
34 citations,
January 1989 in “Toxicologic Pathology” A study found that minoxidil can damage the hearts of dogs and pigs, cautioning its use in humans.
33 citations,
April 2015 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” 5α reductase inhibitors treat hair loss but may cause sexual side effects and risks.
31 citations,
January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” The arrector pili muscle might play a role in hair loss and needs more research to understand its impact.
31 citations,
August 1975 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” Minoxidil metabolizes similarly in monkeys and humans, but differently in dogs and rats.
30 citations,
April 2021 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Testosterone therapy can help postmenopausal women with low sexual desire if monitored carefully.
29 citations,
December 2003 in “Teratology” Minoxidil use during pregnancy may cause fetal harm.
25 citations,
December 2011 in “Surface and interface analysis” Bleaching hair causes significant damage by breaking down proteins and fatty acids.
24 citations,
April 2011 in “Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data” Minoxidil dissolves best in methanol and least in water.
24 citations,
September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The study found that hair follicles are above muscle connections in the scalp, which may help protect stem cell areas.
14 citations,
January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Scalp Roller therapy helped improve hair growth in patients with hard-to-treat alopecia areata.
12 citations,
February 2010 in “Tetrahedron Letters” New minoxidil compounds with better water solubility were made, but their full effects and safety need more research.
12 citations,
July 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that careful planning and consideration of male brow anatomy are essential for successful facial rejuvenation with cosmetic surgery.
5 citations,
January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” A woman had 13 non-cancerous cysts on her scalp successfully removed in one surgery.
4 citations,
May 2014 in “Javma-journal of The American Veterinary Medical Association” The cat had liver cancer and a related hair loss condition, with a likely cause being bile duct cancer.
4 citations,
July 1992 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Skin surgery has significantly advanced since 1950, with improvements in chemical peels, hair restoration, lasers, and Mohs surgery, and the development of less invasive techniques and specialized training.
2 citations,
March 2018 in “Biotechnology Letters” Scientists created a new cell line from Cashmere goat hair and found that cytokeratin 13 is a unique marker for certain skin cells.
2 citations,
April 2016 in “The Journal of Urology” Finasteride 1mg linked to diverse symptoms; other treatments improve erectile function in rats.
2 citations,
September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Each group of hair follicles on the scalp shares one muscle that helps control hair movement.
1 citations,
January 2010 in “Journal of Oriental Medicine” Black bean, wheat, and rice bran extracts can boost hair growth and improve hair quality.
April 2024 in “Exploratory Animal and Medical Research” Sarcoptes mites cause severe skin issues in dogs, which can be fatal if untreated.
A hair transplant using hair from the back of the head and pubic area was successful in creating a feminine hairline for a male-to-female transgender person.
January 2021 in “Pediatric Oncall” Autoimmune hepatitis in children often affects girls and can be treated successfully with medication.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Minoxidil helps lower severe blood pressure and promotes hair growth but can have serious side effects and must be used continuously.
July 2016 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Hirsutism treatment should focus more on patient needs and quality of life.
November 2015 in “European journal of dermatology/EJD. European journal of dermatology” A 55-year-old woman with several health conditions did not see hair regrowth after a transplant.