March 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This study highlights promising advancements in non-invasive techniques for treating hair-related conditions, emphasizing the importance of customizing treatments based on individual needs.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that adding PRP to DPCP treatment for severe alopecia areata did not enhance effectiveness compared to DPCP alone.
January 2025 in “JOURNAL of SIBERIAN MEDICAL SCIENCES” This review highlights morphological factors contributing to age-related alopecia and suggests further research to understand and potentially mitigate cellular aging processes affecting hair quality.
January 2025 in “ARC Journal of Dermatology” In this study, exposure to e-cigarette vapor was reported to trigger the release of proinflammatory cytokines IL-6, IL-8, and IL-10, which could contribute to dermatological issues.
January 2024 in “Uttar Pradesh journal of zoology” In this study, researchers found that chemical treatments like bleaching can cause severe damage to the hair cuticle, with previously modified hair showing complete deterioration compared to the partial degradation seen in virgin hair, highlighting the need for mindful cosmetic practices.
May 2023 in “Sučasna pedìatrìâ. Ukraïna” In a clinical observation study, researchers documented a case of total alopecia in an 11-year-old child, highlighting a potential link to genetic conditions such as autoimmune polyendocrinopathy candidiasis-ectodermal dystrophy (APECED syndrome) requiring further genetic and serological testing to verify the diagnosis.
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March 2019 in “Nature Communications” This study identified significant genetic associations with frontal fibrosing alopecia at four genomic loci, suggesting it is a genetically predisposed immuno-inflammatory disorder influenced by the HLA-B*07: 02 allele.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Taking 5 mg/day finasteride can cause side effects in women with hair loss, but these are usually mild and fade over time, making the treatment beneficial in the long run.
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” This article reviews five cases of primary idiopathic pseudopelade of Brocq and reports no histopathological changes indicative of any specific cicatricial alopecia.
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair India 2012 was a successful international event focused on combating fake trichology practices and discussing various hair health topics.
May 2026 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” This case report detailed a 31-year-old kidney transplant recipient who experienced significant hair loss linked to tacrolimus-based immunosuppression, which improved after switching to cyclosporine A, emphasizing the importance of awareness and management of hair-related side effects in transplant patients.
January 2026 in “Stem Cell Reviews and Reports” Hair graying may help prevent cancer by protecting stem cells.
November 2025 in “Cosmetics” This study found that of the many ingredients advertised in shampoos as effective against hair loss, only caffeine, adenosine, placental proteins, and melatonin have limited clinical evidence supporting their efficacy, with most claimed active ingredients lacking any trial-based validation.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that intralesional methotrexate and triamcinolone acetonide were significantly more effective than Vitamin D3 for hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this case report, a 7-year-old boy with alopecia totalis experienced significant hair regrowth after adding topical tofacitinib and mometasone to his treatment regimen, suggesting potential benefits of topical Janus kinase inhibitors for pediatric patients with this condition.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this case report, the researchers observed scalp alopecia due to metastasis of breast cancer in a woman in her sixties, highlighting that scalp metastases can result in patchy hair loss and, although often accompanied by poor prognosis, can sometimes show comparatively better outcomes.
July 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Oral retinoids like isotretinoin and acitretin can cause significant hair loss.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this study, researchers reported three cases of alopecia areata patients experiencing a rare targetoid pattern of hair regrowth, a phenomenon originally described in 1988.
March 2023 in “Медицинский совет” This review discusses various types of hair loss associated with COVID-19 and vaccinations, highlighting acute telogen hair loss as the most common form, but reports no new clinical results.
March 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that a combination of topical 5% minoxidil and 0.25% finasteride was more effective at improving hair density and satisfaction in men with androgenetic alopecia than either treatment alone over 24 weeks.
May 2018 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” This study describes a case of successful treatment for alopecia universalis by combining PRP therapy with eye drops, resulting in significant hair regrowth and demonstrating no systemic side effects.
July 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” This collection of case reports discusses various rare dermatological conditions, including alopecia totalis with amyloidosis and multiple myeloma, and provides descriptive insights without reporting new clinical findings.
January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” The document concludes that doctors should recognize congenital triangular alopecia to avoid unnecessary treatments, as it does not respond to steroids like alopecia areata does.
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January 2010 in “International journal of trichology” Bexarotene gel shows promise as a new treatment for alopecia areata.
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May 2015 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This case series found that adding microneedling to conventional finasteride and minoxidil therapy for androgenetic alopecia improved new hair growth and patient satisfaction in poor responders.
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August 2018 in “PubMed” This case report documented successful full hair regrowth in an 8-year-old with alopecia universalis after oral tofacitinib treatment, but mild headaches led to discontinuation.
November 2025 in “JPRAS Open” This study found that while exosome therapy shows promise for treating AGA, AA, and CIA, its integration into routine practice will depend on rigorous clinical trials and standardized manufacturing and regulatory practices to ensure safety and reproducibility.
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” This article reviews common malpractices in the treatment of hair and scalp disorders, attributing them to autistic-undisciplined thinking, and reports no clinical findings.
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October 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This study found that platelet-rich plasma was effective for hair regrowth in women with androgenic alopecia, though less so than minoxidil, but it was associated with improved quality of life responses.
October 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This study found that in patients with severe alopecia areata, those who responded early to baricitinib treatment typically had a lower baseline Severity of Alopecia Tool score, shorter disease duration, and higher erythrocyte sedimentation rate, suggesting these factors may predict therapeutic success.