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Different hair and nail conditions can indicate health issues and have specific treatments; accurate diagnosis is crucial before treatment.
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research Hair Biology and Nutritional Influences
Eating a balanced diet with the right vitamins and minerals is important for healthy hair, but too many supplements can be harmful.
research Alopecia Areata: Immune Function and Treatment Options
The cause of alopecia areata was unknown, and while various treatments existed, no best treatment was agreed upon.
research Environment of the Anagen Follicle
The document concludes that hair follicles have a complex environment and our understanding of it is growing, but there are limitations when applying animal study findings to humans.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing rare hair loss disorders and that more research is needed to improve treatment strategies.
research Medical Treatments for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss in men, while minoxidil treats hair loss in women.
research Scleroderma and L-Tryptophan: A Possible Explanation of the Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome
Taking L-tryptophan supplements might cause a condition similar to scleroderma in some people, which can get better after stopping the supplement and starting corticosteroid therapy.
research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias
The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
research Update: The Pathogenesis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
New treatments for PCOS focus on managing symptoms and improving fertility.
research Acne and Hirsutism in Teenagers
Acne and increased body hair in teenage girls are normal but severe cases may need hormone evaluation and treatment can prevent diabetes linked to PCO.
research Hair Transplantation in Females
Hair transplantation is a viable treatment for some types of female hair loss, with careful donor assessment and attention to psychological factors.
research Hair Loss in Hospital Medicine: A Practical Guide
The guide helps clinicians diagnose and manage hair loss, detailing examination techniques and treatments for different types of alopecia.
research Recognizing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should recognize and treat PCOS early in primary care to manage symptoms and lower risk of other health issues.
research Glossary
research 28 Hair Restoration
Modern hair restoration techniques can effectively treat hair loss and provide natural-looking results.
research Hair Anatomy for the Clinician
Understanding hair follicle anatomy helps diagnose hair disorders.
research Autoimmune Disease and Hair Loss
Autoimmune diseases can cause hair loss, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent damage.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Treatment of Non-Scarring Hair Loss: Systematic Review of Literature
Platelet-rich plasma treatment for non-scarring hair loss shows mixed results and needs more research.
research Literature Review of Cosmetic Procedures in Men: Approaches and Techniques Are Gender Specific
Men prefer less invasive cosmetic procedures and need different treatment approaches than women.
research Plasma Rich in Growth Factors for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
PRGF treatment safely and effectively helps hair loss.
research Morphogenetic Mechanisms in the Cyclic Regeneration of Hair Follicles and Deer Antlers from Stem Cells
Hair follicles and deer antlers regenerate similarly through stem cells and are influenced by hormones and growth factors.
research Hair Loss After Terbinafine Treatment
Terbinafine can cause hair loss.
research Mechanical Forces Across Compartments Coordinate Cell Shape and Fate Transitions to Generate Tissue Architecture
Mechanical forces are crucial for shaping cells and forming tissues during development.
research The Effectiveness of 675 nm Wavelength Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia Among Indian Patients
675 nm laser therapy effectively improves hair growth and density in AGA patients.
research Comparison of 15% Topical Minoxidil and Low-Level Laser Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week Clinical Trial
Minoxidil was more effective than laser therapy for hair loss, and the report also highlighted the need for more research on PRP for a different hair loss condition, the impact of social media on alopecia views, and a warning on turmeric causing nail discoloration.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Causes, Treatments, and Genetic Factors
Heredity and hormones cause common hair loss, and topical minoxidil is the first recommended treatment.
research The Effectiveness of 675 nm Wavelength Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia Among Indian Patients
675 nm laser therapy effectively improves hair growth in Indian patients with androgenetic alopecia.
research Case Report: A Novel Splice-Site Mutation of MTX2 Gene Caused Mandibuloacral Dysplasia Progeroid Syndrome: The First Report from China and Literature Review
A new MTX2 gene mutation caused a severe genetic disorder in a young Chinese girl.
research Hair Disorders
Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.
research Non-Endocrine Alopecia in Dogs and Cats: Conditions, Treatments, and Prognoses
The document concludes that non-endocrine alopecia in pets varies in treatment effectiveness and often has a poor prognosis, especially in cats.