22 citations,
August 2013 in “PLOS ONE” The method safely and efficiently delivers genes to the skin but may not work for conditions needing high levels of gene products.
16 citations,
November 2020 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” Using longer PEG chains helps nanoparticles penetrate hair follicles better, improving drug delivery for conditions like alopecia.
16 citations,
August 2014 in “Colloids and surfaces. B, Biointerfaces” Lipid-coated silica nanoparticles penetrate human skin more deeply than bare silica nanoparticles.
15 citations,
May 2013 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics - Part A” People with X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia have no sweat ducts and less, thinner hair.
14 citations,
August 2016 in “Journal of nanomedicine research” Zinc oxide nanoparticle biscuits improved growth and health in zinc-deficient rats without toxicity.
11 citations,
December 2018 in “Assay and Drug Development Technologies” Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
10 citations,
March 2015 in “American journal of primatology” Ingesting Leucaena leucocephala caused hair loss and increased infant mortality in ringtailed lemurs.
5 citations,
June 2022 in “Frontiers in veterinary science” Improving how drugs are absorbed through the skin could better treat mange in wombats.
2 citations,
November 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The authors' 10-year experience shows that a personalized approach to hair restoration surgery, using various techniques, leads to natural results and high patient satisfaction.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Eating a balanced diet with specific nutrients can help manage menopause symptoms and prevent related health issues.
May 1993 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Surgical hair replacement is a viable option for male pattern baldness when done with proper planning and realistic expectations.
June 2022 in “Journal of Dermatology Research” Using 448-kHz Capacitive-Resistive Electrothermal Therapy can help increase hair density and prevent hair loss in women.
49 citations,
March 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Skin fat plays a key role in immune defense and healing beyond just storing energy.
1 citations,
November 2023 in “Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology” Henna has potential health benefits and can treat various conditions, but more research is needed to confirm safety and effectiveness.
8 citations,
January 2013 in “International journal of trichology” Two people had unusual ring-shaped hair loss due to an autoimmune disorder.
January 2018 in “Figshare” Ruxolitinib and tofacitinib are effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata.
405 citations,
January 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair follicle size and distribution vary significantly across different body sites.
20 citations,
March 2015 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” Facelifts for Asians are challenging due to thicker, heavier skin.
14 citations,
January 2015 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” Methylprednisolone infusions can help some people with severe alopecia regrow hair.
7 citations,
January 2019 in “Indian dermatology online journal” People with alopecia areata often have lower vitamin D levels, which may be linked to the condition's severity.
August 2024 in “Current Protocols” The C3H/HeJ mouse model is useful for studying and testing treatments for alopecia areata.
February 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining microneedling with either vitamin D3 or bimatoprost improves hair regrowth more than microneedling alone.
40 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic clinics” More research is needed to understand the genetic causes of Alopecia areata to develop better treatments.
141 citations,
November 2005 in “International journal of pharmaceutics” Hair follicles may soon be used more for targeted and systemic drug delivery.
20 citations,
January 2019 in “International journal of trichology” People with Alopecia areata often have lower Vitamin D levels, which might affect the severity of their condition.
2 citations,
April 2023 in “Polymers” The study created 3D-printed pills that effectively release a hair loss treatment drug over 24 hours.
1 citations,
January 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Fractional CO2 laser with topical triamcinolone is more effective and safer for treating alopecia areata than intralesional triamcinolone.
June 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Both DPCP alone and with PRP are effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata.
6 citations,
February 2021 in “Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine” Wharton's jelly-derived stem cells were safely used to treat four alopecia patients, resulting in hair regrowth in all of them.
4 citations,
January 2023 in “Skin health and disease” Blocking Janus kinase 1 helps stop inflammation and regrow hair, making it a good treatment for hair loss from alopecia areata.