November 2000 in “Current problems in dermatology” New treatments for hair loss and excessive hair growth show promise with few side effects and advancements in laser technology.
June 2018 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” Hair loss caused by genetics and hormones; more research needed for treatments.
182 citations,
December 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Some treatments can help with a hair loss condition called alopecia areata, but none ensure lasting results; choices depend on the person, with JAK inhibitors showing promise for severe cases.
76 citations,
December 2018 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma may help in skin and hair treatments, and with muscle and joint healing, but more research is needed to fully understand its benefits and limitations.
57 citations,
December 2018 in “JAMA Surgery” Hormone treatment for transgender patients may not need to be stopped before surgery, but more research is needed, especially on estrogen.
56 citations,
April 2007 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Minoxidil works better for female hair loss than alfatradiol, both safe.
49 citations,
July 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Some people experienced hair loss after mesotherapy treatments for hair loss.
31 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Prostaglandin F2α analogs show promise for treating certain types of hair loss but need more research for other skin conditions.
31 citations,
September 2008 in “International Journal of Andrology” 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may cause a low incidence of erectile dysfunction that decreases over time.
30 citations,
November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The conclusion is that the best approach for treating Female Pattern Hair Loss is a combination of different treatments.
25 citations,
May 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” PRFM may help treat hair loss, especially in mild cases.
25 citations,
July 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology” A man's skin condition, pemphigus vulgaris, came back after he was treated with interleukin 2 for cancer.
24 citations,
September 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy” Oral minoxidil 5 mg daily increases hair growth safely in men with hair loss, with minor side effects.
22 citations,
October 2018 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Understanding hair follicle biology and stem cell control could lead to new hair loss treatments.
20 citations,
October 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Some drugs can cause skin and hair color changes, often reversible when the drug is stopped.
17 citations,
April 1997 in “Archives of dermatology” The document describes a treatment for excessive hair growth in a teenage girl using medication and birth control, but does not report the results.
14 citations,
April 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Antiandrogen therapy helps treat genetic hair loss.
13 citations,
December 2017 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” The Asian herbal mix with Houttuynia cordata, Perilla frutescens, and green tea helped grow hair in mice.
11 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Low-level laser therapy safely and effectively improves hair growth and coverage for male and female pattern hair loss.
11 citations,
September 2012 in “Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada” Testosterone therapy seems safe for short-term use in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research on long-term effects is needed.
11 citations,
January 2010 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Hair transplant and applying 5% minoxidil solution can effectively treat permanent hair loss, but it may change hair direction in some cases.
9 citations,
April 2021 in “Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy” Clascoterone is a new, effective, and safe acne treatment without systemic side effects.
6 citations,
July 2017 in “Plastic surgical nursing : official journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses” Microneedling is effective for skin rejuvenation and various skin issues, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
6 citations,
October 1997 in “CNS Drugs” Psychotropic drugs can cause hair loss or excessive hair growth.
4 citations,
August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
3 citations,
November 2018 in “Journal of cellular physiology” Serenoa repens and N-acetyl glucosamine/milk proteins complex may help with hair growth and prevent hair loss.
2 citations,
November 2019 in “Phytotherapy Research” Pea sprout extract is safe and effectively reduces hair loss.
1 citations,
July 2023 in “Archives of dermatological research” Bimatoprost 0.03% is as effective as minoxidil 2% for eyebrow growth.
1 citations,
April 2022 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” Fractional laser therapy may help regrow hair in alopecia areata.
September 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Low-level laser therapy effectively treats hair loss and promotes hair growth.