December 2020 in “Journal of Endocrinology and Reproduction” Certain inflammatory molecules and leptin may contribute to hair loss in cicatricial alopecia.
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May 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” "Male-pattern" hair loss is common in women, especially after menopause, and doesn't always mean there's a problem with hormone balance.
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January 2015 in “Asian Journal of Transfusion Science” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections can effectively increase hair density and thickness in people with androgenic alopecia, without major side effects.
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September 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Ketoconazole lotion can improve hair regrowth for some people with androgenetic alopecia.
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March 2015 in “Phytotherapy Research” Forsythiaside-A, a natural substance, can protect against hair loss and is more effective than current treatments, potentially making it a good option for hair loss treatment.
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September 2009 in “Journal of Ginseng Research” Korean red ginseng can significantly increase hair density and thickness in people with androgenic alopecia.
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December 1997 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Spironolactone may help reduce hair loss in androgenic alopecia.
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January 2016 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Metabolic syndrome is more common in people with early-onset androgenic alopecia.
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July 1987 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that treating female hair loss should target reducing excess androgen and blocking its effects on hair follicles, with the best treatments being hormonal therapy, adrenal suppression, and topical minoxidil.
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November 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Advanced therapies like gene, cell, and tissue engineering show promise for hair regrowth in alopecia, but their safety and effectiveness need more verification.
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December 2003 in “Medical Hypotheses” Male-pattern baldness might be caused by the effect of hormones on scalp blood vessels.
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December 2005 in “PubMed” Some men with early hair loss may have similar hormonal changes to women with Polycystic ovary syndrome, and could be at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
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June 2020 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” Finasteride for hair loss may cause lasting sexual, genitourinary, mental, and anti-androgenic side effects in young men.
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December 2020 in “Dermatological reviews” COVID-19 may worsen with androgens; anti-androgen drugs could help.
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May 1994 in “Hair transplant forum international” Women can also experience hair loss due to hormone changes.
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August 2019 in “Journal of Dermatology” The conclusion is that balancing cost and carbon emissions in hybrid power systems is crucial, especially when high reliability is needed, but the model needs to consider all device efficiencies and distribution losses.
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June 2017 in “PubMed” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is a cheap and promising treatment for hair loss, improving hair count, thickness, and strength without major side effects.
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January 2015 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” There's no link between hair loss type androgenic alopecia and benign prostatic hyperplasia, but early hair loss and family history can mean more severe alopecia.
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January 2018 in “Australasian Medical Journal” Men with male pattern baldness have a higher chance of heart disease, especially if they're younger or have severe baldness; no link was found with another type of baldness called alopecia areata.
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January 2022 in “Annals of Dermatology” Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for long-term hair growth in men with androgenic alopecia.
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October 2011 in “PubMed” Teen hair loss is common, can be caused by genetics or health issues, and can be diagnosed and treated.
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June 1987 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Patterned hair loss is relatively common in women and not usually a sign of serious health issues.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Blocking the protein CXCL12 with a specific antibody can increase hair growth in common hair loss conditions.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma treatment is generally safe and effective for hair loss, acne scars, skin discoloration, and facial rejuvenation, but deeper injections are better and multiple treatments can increase risk of side effects.
December 2020 in “Galen Medical Journal” People with Alopecia Areata and Androgenic Alopecia have more mast cells in their scalp than healthy individuals, especially those with Alopecia Areata.
PRP injections are a simple, safe, and cost-effective treatment for hair loss.
The patient with total hair loss did not regrow hair despite treatment, indicating a poor outlook for this type of hair loss.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Homeopathic and biochemic treatments led to hair regrowth and improved confidence in a man with hair loss.
August 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The dietary supplement AGA-P improves the effectiveness of hair loss treatments.
July 2025 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” PRP improves hair growth in androgenic alopecia, especially when combined with minoxidil.