research Pharmacological Treatment of Alopecia
Only minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved for hair loss, with other treatments available but less effective or with side effects.
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research Advanced Scalp Measurement Using a Phototrichogram With a Protractor and Tapeline
The document concludes that using a phototrichogram with a protractor and tapeline is a reliable and noninvasive way to measure hair loss.
research Alopecia and Thyroid Disease
Thyroid disease can cause hair loss and treating thyroid problems might help with hair disorders.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
LLLT increases hair density and growth in AGA patients.
research Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Some alternative treatments for hair loss might work, but more research is needed.
research Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia with Topical Products Containing Serenoa Repens Extract
Serenoa repens extract in topical products improves hair growth and appearance in male pattern baldness with mild side-effects.
research An Uncontrolled Case Series Using a Botanically Derived, β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Two Androgenetic Alopecia-Affected Male Subjects
Herbal formula shows promise for hair loss treatment.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Therapy Update
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
research Defining Hirsutism in Chinese Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
An mFG score of 5 or more indicates above-normal hair growth in Southern Chinese women.
research Comparison of QR 678 and QR 678 Neo as Monotherapy and Combination Therapy with 5% Minoxidil Solution and Oral Finasteride in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia—Which Is Better?
Combination therapy with QR 678 Neo and 5% Minoxidil is most effective for male hair loss.
research Cosmetic Procedures in the Treatment of Alopecia
Some cosmetic procedures show promise for treating hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research The Role of Scalp Dermoscopy in the Diagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita
Scalp dermoscopy is good for diagnosing a type of hair loss and helps choose the best spots for biopsy.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: A Review
Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a safe and effective treatment for common hair loss, but more research is needed to find the best power and wavelength for treatment.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma and Its Utilities in Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment has been found effective in promoting hair growth for alopecia patients, with minimal side effects like temporary pain and redness.
research At-Home Laser and Light-Based Devices
At-home laser and light devices can safely reduce acne and hair growth when used correctly but are less effective than professional treatments.
research Minoxidil: Hope for the Bald?
Minoxidil helps some bald men, but most lose hair again when stopping.
research Treatment of Male-Pattern Alopecia with Platelet-Rich Plasma
Using Platelet-Rich Plasma injections for male-pattern baldness didn't significantly improve hair growth.
research Microneedling: A Review of the Literature, A Novel Treatment Strategy for Androgenetic Alopecia
Microneedling is a promising, simple, and cost-effective treatment for hair loss that works well with other therapies.
research Minoxidil vs Finasteride in the Treatment of Men With Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride slightly better long-term, minoxidil faster initial results, but stopping minoxidil may cause hair loss.
research Comparison Between Trichoscopic and Histopathological Evaluations of Hair Parameters
Trichoscopy and pathological examination both have unique benefits and cannot completely replace each other in evaluating hair.
research Hair Shedding Evaluation for Alopecia: A Refined Wash Test
The refined wash test is a reliable way to measure daily hair loss and can tell the difference between different types of hair loss.
research Human Hair and the Impact of Cosmetic Procedures: A Review on Cleansing and Shape-Modulating Cosmetics
Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.
research Scalp Condition Impacts Hair Growth And Retention Via Oxidative Stress
Healthy scalp reduces hair loss by managing oxidative stress.
research Primary Scalp Alopecia: New Histopathological Tools, New Concepts, and a Practical Guide to Diagnosis
The document concludes that new methods improve the accuracy of diagnosing scalp alopecia and challenges the old way of classifying it.
research Male Pattern Baldness: Psychological Impact, Disease Association, and Treatment Options
Male pattern baldness is often genetic and linked to a hormone, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being effective for some men.
research Utility of Horizontal Sections of Scalp Biopsies in Differentiating Between Androgenetic Alopecia and Alopecia Areata
Scalp biopsies help tell apart androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata.
research Microneedling and Its Use in Hair Loss Disorders: A Systematic Review
Microneedling helps with hair loss, especially with 5% minoxidil, but more high-quality research is needed.
research Conflicting Reports Regarding the Histopathological Features of Androgenic Alopecia: Are Biopsy Location, Hair Diameter Diversity, and Relative Hair Follicle Miniaturization Partly to Blame?
Conflicting findings in androgenic alopecia are likely due to biopsy location, hair diameter diversity, and hair follicle miniaturization.
research Hair Thickness Growth Effect of Adenosine Complex in Male and Female Patterned Hair Loss via Inhibition of Androgen Receptor Signaling
Adenosine complex helps increase hair thickness and density in hair loss.