research Androgens and Alopecia
Male hormones, particularly DHT, are linked to male pattern hair loss, and treatments like finasteride can help, but they don't work for postmenopausal women's hair loss, which may have different causes.
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research Significant Relationship Between Temporal Hair Loss and Other Scalp Areas in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Temporal hair loss relates to overall scalp hair loss in women.
research The Role of Autologous Micrografts Injection from Scalp Tissue in the Treatment of COVID-19 Associated Telogen Effluvium: Clinical and Trichoscopic Evaluation
Injecting scalp tissue micrografts is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss after COVID-19.
research Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma as a Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
PRP treatment improves hair density and thickness for alopecia, but needs more research.
research Dietary Isoflavone Increases Insulin-Like Growth Factor-I Production, Thereby Promoting Hair Growth in Mice
Eating isoflavone can help mice grow hair by increasing a growth factor.
research Efficacy of Oral Tofacitinib in the Treatment of Lichen Planopilaris
Oral tofacitinib significantly improves lichen planopilaris symptoms without adverse effects.
research The Difficult Hair Loss Patient: A Particular Challenge
Treating hair loss requires a comprehensive approach that addresses both physical and emotional aspects, with a focus on diagnosis, patient education, and good communication.
research Quantifying Alopecia Areata via Texture Analysis to Automate the SALT Score Computation
Researchers created a fast, accurate computer program to measure hair loss in alopecia areata patients.
research Central Hair Loss in African American Women: Incidence and Potential Risk Factors
Some African American women's central scalp hair loss is linked to genetics and past fungal scalp infections, with more research needed on other causes.
research Central Hair Loss in African American Women: Incidence and Potential Risk Factors
Some African American women experience central scalp hair loss, often linked to a history of fungal scalp infection.
research Repurposing DPP4-Inhibition to Improve Hair Follicle Activation and Regeneration
Blocking DPP4 can potentially speed up hair growth and regeneration, especially after injury or in cases of hair loss.
research Comparison of a Novel Silicone Gel Wound Dressing vs Bacitracin After Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplantation
The new silicone gel wound dressing may speed up early healing after hair transplant surgery compared to Bacitracin.
research Finasteride, 1 Mg Daily Administration on Male Androgenetic Alopecia in Different Age Groups: 10-Year Follow-Up
Finasteride effectively increases hair growth in men with AGA, works better for those over 30, and may cause some side effects.
research Alopecia in Congenital Hidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia Responding to Treatment with a Combination of Topical Minoxidil and Tretinoin
Hair loss in Clouston's syndrome improved with minoxidil and tretinoin treatment.
research Focal Atrichia: A Diagnostic Clue in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Focal atrichia helps diagnose female pattern hair loss.
research Development and Validation of the Brigham Eyelash Tool for Alopecia: A Measure of Eyelash Alopecia Areata
The Brigham Eyelash Tool for Alopecia (BELA) is a reliable way to measure eyelash loss in alopecia areata patients.
research A Comparative Study of Microneedling with PRP Plus Minoxidil (5%) and Minoxidil (5%) Alone in Androgenetic Alopecia
Microneedling with PRP and minoxidil (5%) improves hair growth more than minoxidil (5%) alone.
research Standardization of Plasma Rich in Growth Factors and Its Effects on Androgenic Hair Loss
PRGF treatments increased hair number and thickness in people with hair loss, with more injections leading to better results.
research Systematic Review of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Adult Androgenic Alopecia
Low-level laser therapy can stimulate hair growth more effectively than fake devices, but patient satisfaction is similar for both. Results should be taken with caution due to small study sizes and differences between studies. More research is needed.
research Comparison of Microneedling With Platelet Rich Plasma Versus Minoxidil (5%) Plus Finasteride (0.1%) Topical Therapy in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomised Clinical Study
Microneedling with PRP is as effective and safe as minoxidil+finasteride for treating hair loss.
research Spironolactone for Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Spironolactone effectively treats female pattern hair loss with few side effects.
research Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Clinical Criteria
The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.
research Blue Screen – Blue Mood? Influence of Background Color and Attractiveness of Female Stimulus Persons on Current Mood in an Online Experiment (PANAS)
Attractive women slightly worsened mood, green backgrounds improved mood, and older people had better moods.
research Cue Masking and Cultural Signals: Testing Context-Specific Preferences for Balding Leaders
Baldness and shaved heads change how traits are seen but don't really affect leader preferences.
research Therapeutic Effect of a Xeno-Free Three-Dimensional Stem Cell Mass in a Hind Limb Ischemia Model
Xeno-free three-dimensional stem cell masses are safe and effective for improving blood flow and tissue repair in limb ischemia.
research Finasteride
Finasteride effectively treats baldness but may cause sexual side effects.
research The Efficacy and Safety of the Combination of Photobiomodulation Therapy and Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy on Androgenetic Alopecia
The combined therapy significantly increased hair density and was safe for treating hair loss.
research Efficacy and Tolerability of a Topical Gel Containing Mimicking Growth Factors Oligopeptides, Caffeine, Taurine and an Iron-Chelating Complex in Subjects with Androgenetic Alopecia Treated with Topical Minoxidil or Oral Finasteride: A Prospective, 6-Month, Randomized, Assessor-Blinded, 4-Arm, Parallel Group Study
Adding the topical gel improved hair growth more than using minoxidil or finasteride alone.
research Setipiprant for Androgenetic Alopecia in Males: Results from a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 2a Trial
Setipiprant did not significantly improve hair growth in men with hair loss.
research An Evaluation of the Safety and Efficacy of Bimatoprost for Eyelash Growth in Pediatric Subjects
Bimatoprost is safe and improves eyelash growth in healthy kids but not in those with eyelash loss from chemotherapy or alopecia.