November 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Combining platelet-rich plasma and minoxidil can effectively regrow hair in severe alopecia areata cases.
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September 1997 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” People with hair loss have more androgen receptors and enzymes in certain follicles, with men and women showing different patterns.
April 2015 in “Urology Times eNews” There's not enough data on finasteride's sexual side effects.
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March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil solution helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata, with 5% being more effective.
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January 2006 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Garlic gel can help hair grow in people with alopecia areata.
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April 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” TSG from Polygonum multiflorum may help with anti-aging by protecting the brain, heart, bones, and hair.
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May 2020 in “Molecules” A new, efficient method was developed to synthesize a specific compound and its derivatives.
February 2026 in “Revista Eletrônica Polidisciplinar Voos.” A balanced approach using dutasteride and Serenoa repens can improve hair transplant success by protecting follicles and minimizing side effects.
5α-reductase inhibitors effectively treat enlarged prostate and hair loss but require careful use due to possible side effects.
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July 2005 in “Steroids” Testosterone increases 3α-androstanediol levels, which can be blocked by finasteride.
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September 2017 in “Life sciences” Androgens may influence bladder cancer progression by affecting cellular behavior.
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January 2016 in “Journal of cosmetology & trichology” Fractional laser treatment helped hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata.
July 2025 in “The Journal of Dermatology” 5% topical minoxidil may help reduce hair loss and increase hair growth in telogen effluvium.
January 2025 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Minoxidil with betamethasone is the most effective for hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
November 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” PRP can reduce pain and improve function, but more standardized research is needed.
January 2010 in “Annals of King Edward Medical University” The combination of minoxidil and betamethasone is more effective for hair regrowth than minoxidil alone.
July 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Minoxidil showed better improvement than methotrexate in treating localized alopecia areata.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Men with early balding showed higher levels of certain genes linked to hair loss and possibly prostate cancer.
November 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” Baricitinib is effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata for up to 5 years.
May 2025 in “Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal” Dithranol is more effective than Tacrolimus for hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
January 2015 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” Intralesional triamcinolone is the most effective treatment for alopecia areata, followed by excimer light therapy, and then topical minoxidil. The scalp responds better to treatment than the beard area.
October 2024 in “Intisari Sains Medis” Combining secretome with other treatments quickly improves eyebrow hair growth in alopecia areata.
September 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Eyebrow and eyelash hair loss in alopecia areata worsens quality of life.
December 2013 in “Estudo Geral (Universidade de Coimbra)” Modified steroidal inhibitors showed promise in treating hormone-dependent cancers.
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January 2013 in “Medicinal chemistry” The compound 4c showed strong potential as an anticancer agent.
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August 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The compounds tested could potentially treat hair loss and alopecia.
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February 2022 in “JAAD International” Higher doses of isotretinoin may lead to more hair loss.
June 2025 in “Journal of the Faculty of Medicine Baghdad” Clove oil may help hair growth like minoxidil, but more human tests are needed.
January 2015 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” Androgenetic alopecia may be irreversible due to the detachment of a muscle from hair follicles.