research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution
FAPD and possibly CCCA may be AGA subtypes, and treatments combining antiandrogens, hair growth agents, hair transplants, and anti-inflammatories could be effective.
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research Female-patterned alopecia in teenage brothers with unusual histologic features
Two teenage brothers had a rare, treatment-resistant form of female-pattern hair loss with unusual scalp changes.
research Clinical Patterns of Hair Loss in Men
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand hair loss in men and to find new treatments.
research Scalp Microbiome Alterations in Androgenetic Alopecia: Patterns and Emerging Mechanistic Insights
Changes in scalp microbes may contribute to hair loss, suggesting new treatment options.
research Comparative Analysis of Bacteriome in Hair Follicle Layers of Patients with Female Pattern Androgenic Alopecia
Microbial imbalances in hair follicles may contribute to hair loss, especially in women.
research Prepubertal Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution
FAPD in children may not depend on androgens and should be treated with anti-inflammatory measures and minoxidil.
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Topical finasteride for the treatment of male androgenetic alopecia and female pattern hair loss: a review of the current literature.
Topical finasteride is promising for hair loss with minimal side effects but needs more research and approval.
research Regrowth of alopecia areata simulating the pattern of androgenetic alopecia
Hair loss from alopecia areata can sometimes regrow in a pattern similar to androgenetic alopecia.
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 Enabling finasteride 1 mg users to further improve hair pattern: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of a novel product
The new topical product combined with finasteride significantly increased hair thickness without side effects.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: How It Happens
Androgenetic alopecia causes hair loss by shrinking hair follicles due to androgens, with the connection between the muscle and hair follicle determining if the loss is reversible.
research 2 Hair transplantation
Modern hair restoration surgery has advanced greatly since 1959.
research 17α‐estradiol induces aromatase activity in intact human anagen hair follicles ex vivo
17α-estradiol boosts aromatase activity in female hair follicles, potentially helping with hair loss.
research Can plant‐derived phytochemicals provide symptom relief for hair loss? A critical review
Some plant-based chemicals may help with hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research Emerging Oral Treatments: Oral Minoxidil for Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral minoxidil may be a better treatment for hair loss than topical minoxidil.
research Hair and Nail Manifestations of Systemic Disease
Early baldness in men may indicate risks for obesity, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and heart disease, similar to women with PCOS. Alopecia areata is often linked with autoimmune diseases and mental health issues. Certain hair disorders are due to genetic issues, and chemotherapy can cause hair loss through specific biological pathways. Iron deficiency's link to hair loss is still disputed.
research Break Dancing: A New Risk Factor for Scarring Hair Loss
Break dancing on the head may cause a type of scarring hair loss that needs early treatment to prevent permanent damage.
research Alopecia and the metabolic syndrome
Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.
research An X-Linked Gene Involved in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Lesson to Be Learned from Adrenoleukodystrophy
Gene linked to common hair loss found, may lead to new treatments.
research Review of Human Hair Follicle Biology: Dynamics of Niches and Stem Cell Regulation for Possible Therapeutic Hair Stimulation for Plastic Surgeons
Understanding hair follicle biology and stem cell control could lead to new hair loss treatments.
research The endocrinology of baldness
Hormones and genetics play key roles in male and female baldness, which can affect mental health and may be linked to other health issues.
research Health-Related Quality of Life, Depression, and Self-esteem in Patients With Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia negatively affects quality of life and self-esteem, especially in women, but not depression.
research Gynecologic and andrologic dermatology and the metabolic syndrome
Skin diseases linked to insulin resistance should be managed to prevent diabetes and reduce heart disease risk.
research Cutaneous immunopathology of androgenetic alopecia
Inflammation may play a role in causing androgenetic alopecia.
research Alopecia areata incognita: a comment
The author clarified that Alopecia Areata Incognita (AAI) and diffuse Alopecia Areata (AA) are different conditions and the case discussed was actually AA, not AAI.
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 The state‐of‐the‐art in the management of androgenetic alopecia: A review of new therapies and treatment algorithms
New and existing treatments for hair loss show promise, with some being more effective for men and others for women.
research Highlights from JAAD Reviews: August 2025—Bicalutamide for female hair loss
Bicalutamide shows promise for treating female hair loss.
research Observation on the clinical efficacy of plum blossom needle assisted treatment for male androgenic alopecia
Plum blossom needle treatment is effective for male hair loss.
research Hair loss in women
Women's hair loss can be due to hormonal changes and various conditions, with treatments focusing on stopping progression and managing symptoms.