research Treatment Options for Alopecia
The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
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research Ethnic Hair Disorders: Diagnosis and Management
Understanding and treating hair disorders in different ethnic groups requires knowledge of specific hair care practices and hair characteristics.
research Hair Morphology in Androgenetic Alopecia
Abnormal cuticle and hair shaft medulla cause hair loss in androgenetic alopecia; sonography helps diagnose and manage it.
research The Degree of Premature Hair Graying as an Independent Risk Marker for Coronary Artery Disease: A Predictor of Biological Age Rather Than Chronological Age
Premature hair graying may be a sign of increased risk for heart disease, indicating biological age is more important than actual age.
research Transplants from Balding and Hairy Androgenetic Alopecia Scalp Regrow Hair Comparably Well on Immunodeficient Mice
Hair from balding and non-balding areas regrows similarly on mice.
research Fluridil, A Rationally Designed Topical Agent For Androgenetic Alopecia: First Clinical Experience
Fluridil safely promotes hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.
research Molecular Pathology of Skin Adnexal Tumors
New markers and pathways have been found in skin tumors, helping better understand and diagnose them.
research Minoxidil: A Comprehensive Review
Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, especially androgenetic alopecia, but needs more research for better understanding.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Hair Restoration
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a substance from a patient's own blood, can stimulate hair regrowth in people with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) who haven't had success with other treatments, but more research is needed to optimize its use.
research A Meta-Analysis of the Evidence for Assisted Therapy with Platelet-Rich Plasma for Atrophic Acne Scars
Platelet-rich plasma therapy helps improve atrophic acne scars.
research Keratinocytes Maintain Compartmentalization Between Dermal Papilla and Fibroblasts in 3D Heterotypic Tri-Cultures
Keratinocytes help keep hair follicle cells and skin cells separate in 3D cultures, which is important for hair growth research.
research Association of Type 2 Diabetes With Central-Scalp Hair Loss in a Large Cohort Study of African American Women
Type 2 diabetes may increase the risk of severe hair loss in African American women.
research Monotherapy for Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Intralesional corticosteroids work best for mild alopecia areata, and DPCP works best for moderate to severe cases.
research The New Paradigm for Androgenetic Alopecia and Plant-Based Folk Remedies: 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Reversal of Secondary Microinflammation, and Improving Insulin Resistance
Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.
research Injectable Platelet-, Leukocyte-, and Fibrin-Rich Plasma in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
iL-PRF treatment improves hair growth for androgenetic alopecia.
research Study of the Efficacy of Carboxytherapy in Alopecia
Carboxytherapy may help increase hair growth in alopecia patients but requires ongoing treatment.
research Horizontal and Vertical Sections of Scalp Biopsy Specimens from Dermatomyositis Patients with Scalp Involvement
Scalp biopsies from dermatomyositis patients show chronic hair loss without scarring, with mucin and blood vessel changes being very common.
research Alopecia Areata of the Beard: A Review of the Literature
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand and treat Beard Alopecia Areata due to limited current knowledge and evidence.
research The Hair Shedding Visual Scale: A Quick Tool to Assess Hair Loss in Women
The new visual scale is a quick and effective way to measure hair loss in women.
research Common Allergens Identified Based on Patch Test Results in Patients with Suspected Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp
Nickel, cobalt, balsam of Peru, fragrance mix, carba mix, and propylene glycol are common allergens causing scalp contact dermatitis.
research A Review on Laser and Light-Based Therapies for Alopecia Areata
Laser and light therapies, especially the 308 nm excimer laser, are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
research The Usefulness of Dermoscopy in Canine Pattern Alopecia: A Descriptive Study
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair loss patterns in dogs.
research An Evaluation of the Safety and Efficacy of Bimatoprost for Eyelash Growth in Pediatric Subjects
Bimatoprost is safe and improves eyelash growth in healthy kids but not in those with eyelash loss from chemotherapy or alopecia.
research Alopecia Areata: Overview and Treatment Options
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition that needs more research for better treatments.
research A Systematic Approach to Afro-Textured Hair Disorders
Dermatoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in people with Afro-textured hair, but more research is needed for better understanding and treatment.
research Risk Factors for Male Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: The Role of Metabolic Syndrome and Androgenetic Alopecia in a Latin American Population
Metabolic syndrome linked to urinary symptoms; hair loss not significant.
research What's New in Cicatricial Alopecia?
New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.
research Reliability of the Pattern Hair Loss Classifications: A Comparison of the Basic and Specific and Norwood–Hamilton Classifications
The BASP classification is more reliable than the Norwood-Hamilton for classifying hair loss in men and women.
research Hair Shaft Abnormalities After Chemotherapy and Tamoxifen Therapy in Patients With Breast Cancer Evaluated by Optical Coherence Tomography
Chemotherapy can cause significant hair thinning and changes in hair texture, while tamoxifen has a smaller effect.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Review
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) could potentially help regrow hair in people with Alopecia Areata, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.