research Increased DHT levels in androgenic alopecia have been selected for to protect men from prostate cancer
Higher DHT in male baldness may protect against prostate cancer.
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research Benign prostatic hyperplasia, metabolic syndrome and androgenic alopecia: Is there a possible relationship?
People with early hair loss may have a higher chance of enlarged prostate and metabolic syndrome, so they should be checked for urinary and metabolic issues.
research Androgenetic alopecia as an early marker for hypertension
Men with androgenetic alopecia may have higher blood pressure, suggesting early screening for hypertension.
research Androgenetic alopecia in COVID-19: Compared to what?
Hair loss link to severe COVID-19 unclear.
research Activation of nuclear factor κB in response to cream ingestion is related to ovarian androgen hypersecretion in polycystic ovary syndrome
Eating cream can increase ovarian androgen production in women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, which is not related to obesity.
research The Effects of Smoking on Hair Health: A Systematic Review
Smoking is linked to more hair loss and premature graying compared to nonsmokers.
research Severity of Alopecia Predicts Coronary Changes and Arterial Stiffness in Untreated Hypertensive Men
Men with severe early-onset baldness may have worse heart artery function and stiffer arteries if they have high blood pressure.
research There Is a Positive Dose-Dependent Association between Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil and Its Efficacy for Androgenetic Alopecia: Findings from a Systematic Review with Meta-Regression Analyses
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively promotes hair growth but has associated risks.
research Reply to: “Comment on ‘Androgenetic alopecia present in the majority of patients hospitalized with COVID-19’”
High incidence of hair loss found in COVID-19 patients, but no severity correlation established.
research Androgenetic alopecia is associated with increased scalp hardness
Balding men have harder scalps.
research Hair and Scalp Dermatoscopy (Trichoscopy)
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing and managing hair and scalp conditions, often better than traditional methods.
research Effects of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, neurologic, endocrine, and cardiovascular side effects, but these are rare and usually stop after ending treatment.
research Study of the Prevalence of Different Causes of Hair Loss among Females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Delta Area-Egypt
Androgenetic alopecia is the most common hair loss in females with PCOS in Egypt.
research Fabrication of carboxymethyl cellulose/hyaluronic acid/polyvinylpyrrolidone composite pastes incorporation of minoxidil-loaded ferulic acid-derived lignin nanoparticles and valproic acid for treatment of androgenetic alopecia
The study created a new hair loss treatment paste that regrows hair faster and with fewer side effects than minoxidil alone.
research Azithromycin with nitazoxanide, hydroxychloroquine or ivermectin, with or without dutasteride, for early stage COVID-19: an open-label prospective observational study in males with mild-to-moderate COVID-19 (The Pre-AndroCoV Male Trial).
Men with male pattern baldness had worse COVID-19 symptoms, but early treatment with certain drugs improved outcomes for all.
research Androgen-associated and androgen-independent causes of alopecia and acne in women. Literature review
The document concludes that hair loss and acne in women can be due to both androgen-related and unrelated causes, requiring a collaborative treatment approach.
research The relation between androgenetic thin hair diagnosed by trichoscope and benign prostatic hyperplasia
Men with thinner hair from genetic hair loss may be more likely to have an enlarged prostate.
research Severe androgenetic alopecia as a maker of metabolic syndrome in male patients of androgenetic alopecia: a hospital based case control study
Men with severe hair loss are more likely to have metabolic syndrome, a condition linked to heart disease.
research Entendendo a alopecia androgenética Understanding androgenetic alopecia Educação Médica Continuada
The document concludes that androgenetic alopecia is common, has a genetic link, and can be diagnosed and treated with medications like finasteride and minoxidil.
research Cardiometabolic comorbidities associated with androgenetic alopecia: Findings from a sex-stratified, propensity-matched national cohort
Androgenetic alopecia is linked to higher cholesterol in both sexes and obesity in women.
research A Clinico-Epidemiological Study on Hair Disorders in Patients in a Tertiary Care Centre, Chennai
Androgenetic alopecia is the most common hair disorder, affecting more males, while telogen effluvium is more common in females, with stress and nutrition as key factors.
research Metabolic aging and cutaneous markers of metabolic syndrome: a narrative review
Skin conditions can signal underlying metabolic issues and increased health risks.
research Increased Prevalence of Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome in Men With Early‐Onset Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case–Control Study
Men with early hair loss may have higher risks of insulin resistance and metabolic issues.
research Exploring the Association Between Multidimensional Dietary Patterns and Non-Scarring Hair Loss Using Mendelian Randomization
Eating more antioxidant-rich foods and less alcohol may help reduce hair loss.
research Comparison of single-spin to double-spin platelet-rich plasma centrifugation methods in the treatment of androgenic alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Single-spin and double-spin PRP methods are equally effective for treating hair loss.
research Paradoxical Nonscarring Alopecia Following Mesotherapy with Dutasteride: A Case Series
Dutasteride mesotherapy can cause hair loss in some people.
research Correlation between Androgenetic Alopecia and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 Omicron Variant Infection in China
People with androgenetic alopecia had milder COVID-19 symptoms during the Omicron wave in China.
research Gender differences in adverse effects and dosing practices of low-dose oral minoxidil for androgenetic alopecia: a retrospective analysis of 310 patients
Start low-dose minoxidil gradually, especially for women, to reduce side effects.
research Insulin resistance and chronic inflammatory dermatoses
Insulin resistance significantly contributes to the development and severity of certain chronic skin diseases.
research The role of platelet‐rich plasma in androgenetic alopecia: A systematic review
Platelet-rich plasma may improve hair density and count in male pattern hair loss, but more high-quality research is needed.