February 2023 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Laser treatment, especially when combined with other therapies, is effective for hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
July 2023 in “Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” An 11-year-old girl's hair regrew after treating her thyroid condition with carbimazole.
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January 2011 in “International journal of trichology” Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is the most effective treatment for localized alopecia areata.
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August 2013 in “한국응용생명화학회지” Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
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July 1999 in “Fertility and Sterility” Finasteride and flutamide both reduce hair growth, but finasteride has fewer side effects.
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February 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Tofacitinib may help treat severe hair loss, but more research is needed.
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September 2009 in “Hormone Molecular Biology and Clinical Investigation” Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.
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December 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” Systemic steroids can effectively treat alopecia areata with manageable side effects.
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April 2004 in “Journal of Enzyme Inhibition and Medicinal Chemistry” New progesterone-based compounds can block male hormones.
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July 2019 in “Headache The Journal of Head and Face Pain” Low alternating doses of sodium divalproate reduced migraine frequency but caused weight gain.
November 2007 in “Neuro-chirurgie/Neurochirurgie” Cyproterone acetate is a safe treatment that causes mild feminizing effects and is more effective with added estrogens.
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August 2019 in “Evidence-Based Practice” Spironolactone and finasteride are equally effective for hirsutism in transgender women.
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October 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Oral pulse steroids reduce TNF-α levels, improving alopecia areata.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil and finasteride effectively improve hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.
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January 1988 in “Cosmetics and toiletries” 0.1% piroctone olamine in hair tonics effectively treats dandruff.
March 2026 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Amlodipine cream may help hair growth by improving blood flow.
July 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors are effective for male hair loss and some skin conditions, but their effectiveness in women and safety concerns require careful use.
February 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Spironolactone helps prevent swelling caused by minoxidil in women with hair loss.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Estetrol may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth in women.
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July 2012 in “Fertility and Sterility” Low and ultralow doses of flutamide can cause liver damage in young women with high androgen levels, regardless of dose or birth control use, with higher risk for those with higher BMI and liver enzyme levels before treatment.
January 2004 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Men with androgenetic alopecia do not have elevated DHEA-S levels.
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Low-dose oral minoxidil is generally safe for treating hair loss, with mostly mild side effects.
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January 2009 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” DHEA treatment helps grow pubic hair and boosts mood in girls with adrenal issues.
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January 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Tofacitinib may help treat severe childhood alopecia areata, but risks require careful consideration.
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January 2005 in “PubMed” Alpha-blockers are the most effective and widely used treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms, with minimal side effects.