Hair fiber research combines multiple sciences to improve hair care products.
Finasteride treats hair loss and prostate issues by lowering certain hormone levels.
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January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Eyebrow loss has many causes and requires accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
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March 2001 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The document concludes that skin biopsies, genetic and environmental factors, and specific treatments are important in managing cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
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April 2011 in “Neuropsychiatry” Behavioral therapy, N-acetyl cysteine, and olanzapine may help treat trichotillomania.
Hair restoration surgery has improved to transplant hair in natural groupings, but it's labor-intensive and can't fully restore normal hair density.
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January 2007 in “Current problems in dermatology” Environmental and cosmetic factors, including heat, chemicals, and sun exposure, can cause hair loss and damage.
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January 2003 in “Phytomedicine” Fennel extract cream can reduce hair thickness in people with excessive hair growth.
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January 2003 in “Journal of oleo science” Chemical treatments and daily stresses damage hair, especially the cuticle layer.
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January 1999 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” "Christmas tree" pattern helps diagnose female hair loss.
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May 2019 in “Materials Science and Engineering: C” Microneedle technology has improved drug delivery and patient comfort but needs more research for broader use.
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November 2017 in “Current problems in dermatology” Cancer treatments targeting specific cells often cause skin problems, which can affect how much medicine patients can take.
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May 1991 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Oral etretinate improved hair length and reduced beading in monilethrix.
November 2017 in “JAMA internal medicine” Women also use 5α-reductase inhibitors, and their effects differ from men.
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June 2020 in “Open access rheumatology” A patient with Rhupus was diagnosed with Rowell syndrome and treated with various medications.
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July 2013 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” Laser therapy may effectively treat persistent scalp inflammation.
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic surgery” Maintain a natural, masculine look while rejuvenating the eye area with careful, tailored techniques.
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November 2021 in “PubMed” FDA-approved low-level light/laser therapy devices can significantly increase hair density in people with pattern hair loss.
October 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” Personalized treatment plans combining natural and synthetic approaches are important for managing alopecia effectively.
January 2007 in “The Year book of dermatology” Finasteride with oral contraceptive improves hair loss in 62% of premenopausal women.
March 2023 in “Asian journal of beauty & cosmetology” Keratin pretreatment improves the quality of damaged hair during perming.
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January 2004 in “AIDS” Some HIV treatments can harm mitochondria, potentially causing side effects like lactic acidosis and nerve damage.
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October 1987 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” A vitamin D3 compound can reduce skin cell growth.
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April 2014 in “Expert opinion on emerging drugs” New treatments for a type of skin cancer show promise but have side effects and may work better with other therapies.
March 2023 in “Zdorov'â čolovìka” Certain medications can reduce sexual desire and function, especially in women.
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January 2013 in “International journal of trichology” The treatment using phenol and dexamethasone was effective for alopecia areata with no recurrence in 6 months.
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February 2013 in “JAMA” Transgender treatment includes hormones and surgery, but long-term effects are unknown and counseling is needed.
January 2021 in “Brazilian Journal of Development” Female hair loss causes emotional distress and needs holistic treatment.