Hair loss in African American women, caused by hair care, genetics, and environment, needs more research for better treatment.
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March 1995 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Some drugs can cause hair loss, and stopping these drugs often leads to hair regrowth.
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June 2018 in “Journal of Dermatology” Use finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss treatment.
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July 2019 in “Cardiovascular Research” High levels of male hormones in pregnant mice cause heart enlargement and poor heart function in their female babies.
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September 2015 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” Longer GGN repeats in the androgen receptor gene are linked to polycystic ovary syndrome.
Mesotherapy is a promising alternative to minoxidil for hair loss with mild side effects.
June 2023 in “SPIRE - Sciences Po Institutional REpository” Extracellular vesicles and androgen receptors may help identify prostate cancer resistance and reduce SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Spironolactone is effective and safe for treating acne.
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October 2003 in “Birth Defects Research” Both genes and environmental factors like chemicals may contribute to the increase in hypospadias, but the exact causes are still unclear.
February 2026 in “Editora Pasteur eBooks” A comprehensive, personalized approach is needed for treating female pattern hair loss and obesity, involving multiple medical disciplines and lifestyle changes.
December 2025 in “Sains Medisina” Essential oils from 12 herbal plants can naturally stimulate hair growth.
January 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Proteins like aPKC and PDGF-AA, substances like adenosine and ATP, and adipose-derived stem cells all play important roles in hair growth and health, and could potentially be used to treat hair loss and skin conditions.
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January 2015 in “MedChemComm” New treatments for prostate cancer are less toxic and show promise, but more research is needed to enhance their effectiveness and reduce side effects.
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May 2011 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is linked to higher risk of hypertension and heart disease.
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September 2006 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” New treatments for PCOS focus on insulin resistance and reducing testosterone levels, along with traditional hormone therapies.
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January 2001 in “Dermatologic clinics” Hormonal therapy is a treatment option for acne, the only medical treatment for hirsutism, and the most promising for androgenetic alopecia.
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August 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Unroofing is an effective, less invasive, and cost-effective surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa with low recurrence and improved patient quality of life.
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Female pattern hair loss treatments vary in effectiveness and may have side effects.
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July 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs” New hair loss treatments may include topical medications, injections, and improved transplant methods.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Mid-life Health” Menopause can cause skin issues, and seeing a dermatologist helps.
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April 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair loss affects women's self-esteem; treatments like minoxidil can help.
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May 2011 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.
December 2025 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia treatments are becoming more personalized and include new therapies like topical antiandrogens and regenerative strategies.
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January 2024 in “International Journal of Environment Agriculture and Biotechnology” Women with PCOS can lead healthy lives with proper diagnosis and treatment.
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May 2016 in “Annals of Medicine” The article concludes that correctly diagnosing systemic causes of hair loss requires a detailed clinical evaluation and a systematic diagnostic approach.
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January 2009 in “CRC Press eBooks” Finasteride increases hair count and improves hair growth with low risk of side effects.
April 2021 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” Hair restoration can be achieved through non-surgical treatments like minoxidil, antiandrogens, phototherapy, and PRP procedures, or through surgical methods like hair transplantation. Continued treatment is needed to maintain results, and full results are visible after 12-18 months.
November 2009 in “Companion Animal” The document suggests that Alopecia X in dogs is mainly a cosmetic issue and might be better left untreated.
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May 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
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January 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.