January 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Thyroid disease can cause hair loss and treating thyroid problems might help with hair disorders.
40 citations,
February 2012 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Lasers might help hair growth in some alopecia cases, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
37 citations,
December 2007 in “International journal of clinical practice” Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.
7 citations,
March 2021 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Nelumbinis Semen extract helps hair grow and could prevent hair loss.
23 citations,
December 2020 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Gene network oscillations inside hair stem cells are key for hair growth regulation and could help treat hair loss.
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
71 citations,
May 1975 in “The American journal of surgery” The patient's liver did not fully grow back and she had serious temporary side effects after a very large liver surgery.
81 citations,
April 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair shedding is an active process that could be targeted to treat hair loss.
16 citations,
October 2018 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications” Sildenafil, often used for erectile dysfunction, may help hair growth.
February 2025 in “Processes” This study explores a novel topical formulation for alopecia treatment by encapsulating cannabidiol (CBD) in chitosan nanoparticles, which enhances CBD solubility and allows targeted delivery to hair follicles. The formulation uses chitosan/β-glycerophosphate (CS/β-GP) nanoparticles with glycerol as an emulsifier, achieving a nanoparticle size of 259.04 nm suitable for hair follicle penetration. The system's pH of 5.5 aligns with scalp physiology, minimizing irritation. The study highlights the potential of this formulation as a scalable platform for transdermal delivery of hydrophobic compounds, offering a promising approach for managing alopecia with potentially more effective and safer outcomes compared to conventional treatments.