July 2012 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of nonscarring alopecias can improve quality of life and hair regrowth is possible as the hair follicle remains intact.
March 2018 in “Nepal journal of dermatology, venereology & leprology” Hair loss linked to prostate enlargement; stress and family history important factors.
2 citations
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March 2021 in “Reproduction” Finasteride may affect male fertility by interfering with specific sperm signaling.
6 citations
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April 2018 in “Obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine” Most women with hirsutism have it because of PCOS, and they need long-term treatment including medication and hair removal to improve their condition.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that alopecia has significant social and psychological effects, leading to a market for hair loss treatments.
12 citations
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January 2020 in “touchREVIEWS in Endocrinology” Testosterone may both worsen and protect against COVID-19 effects in men.
11 citations
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January 2017 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” DA-5512 effectively improves hair growth and health, performing better than minoxidil.
August 2025 in “Nutrients” Ageratum conyzoides extract promotes hair growth and regrowth.
2 citations
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January 2010 Finasteride helps improve hair growth in men with hair loss but may increase the risk of erectile dysfunction.
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Some botanical products may help increase hair growth in people with alopecia, but more research is needed.
8 citations
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January 1987 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Flutamide, an antiandrogen, has minimal impact on female rat endocrine systems and does not significantly change their reproductive cycles.
23 citations
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November 2017 in “Stem cell investigation” Platelet lysate is more effective than activated autologous platelet-rich plasma or saline in improving hair growth after hair restoration surgery.
August 2008 in “Current Opinion in Internal Medicine” In 2007, prostate cancer research improved understanding of risk, diagnosis, and treatment, but also showed heart risks with certain therapies and the need for personalized care.
November 2025 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Minoxidil and spironolactone can improve hair growth, but responses vary and side effects are common.
January 2020 in “JoLS Journal of Life Sciences” Red onion and Angelica gigas extracts promote hair growth and improve hair health.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Bicalutamide may help treat female pattern hair loss.
48 citations
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September 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology” Anorexia nervosa can cause skin problems, which may help with early diagnosis and usually improve with treatment.
June 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Finasteride overdose can cause acute pancreatitis.
March 2025 in “Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” Rodent models of PCOS show some hormone changes similar to humans, but also have key differences.
5 citations
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June 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Hirsutism, excessive hair growth in women, is often caused by PCOS and can be managed with medication and personalized treatment plans.
78 citations
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December 2011 in “Clinical toxicology” Excessive selenium from a supplement caused toxicity but patients recovered with care.
May 2023 in “MQRInvestigar” A young dog with an enlarged prostate and cysts improved significantly after treatment and surgery.
June 2007 in “Nature Clinical Practice Urology” Finasteride for hair loss lowers PSA levels, so PSA values need adjusting when screening for prostate cancer.
August 2025 in “Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research” Celery extract and candlenut oil effectively and safely boost hair growth.
198 citations
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October 2011 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Use minoxidil for hair loss; finasteride and dutasteride for men, dutasteride for women.
110 citations
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August 2016 in “Drugs” Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
The new treatment regimen was effective in promoting significant hair growth in all 15 male patients with androgenic alopecia.
4 citations
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January 2010 in “Laboratory Animal Research” Sodium silicate helped mouse hair grow similarly to a known hair growth treatment.
3 citations
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January 2003 in “Synthetic Communications” Scientists made two new chemicals that might help treat diseases caused by male hormones.
11 citations
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January 2018 in “RSC Advances” Cedrol cream is more effective and safe for promoting hair growth than traditional treatments.