112 citations
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October 2005 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” Minoxidil and finasteride can slow hair loss and stimulate regrowth, but won't restore all lost hair or reverse complete baldness.
48 citations
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February 2013 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” The protein StAR is found in 17 different organs and can affect hair loss and brain functions, but its full role is not yet fully understood.
6 citations
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June 2017 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Transplanting hair follicles into chronic ulcers helps them heal better.
1 citations
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December 2010 in “InnovAiT” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for treating various hair disorders, which have significant psychological impacts.
January 2024 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” Ayurvedic treatments can effectively regrow hair in alopecia areata.
June 2024 in “Dermatopathology” A rare type of skin cancer on the scalp can be mistaken for hair loss, causing delayed diagnosis and severe damage.
8 citations
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February 2023 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Dermatologists should learn trichoscopy to better diagnose hair loss conditions.
58 citations
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September 2019 in “EMBO Molecular Medicine” CDK4/6 inhibitors can protect hair cells from chemotherapy damage.
42 citations
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Women's Health” Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
January 2022 in “Stem cell biology and regenerative medicine” The document concludes that hair follicle regeneration involves various factors like stem cells, noncoding dsRNA, lymphatic vessels, growth factors, minoxidil, exosomes, and induced pluripotent stem cells.
January 2026 in “Health Science Reports” Personalized hair care can help manage hair-focused repetitive behaviors.
26 citations
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January 2007 in “Organogenesis” Bioengineering can potentially treat hair loss by regenerating hair follicles and cloning hair, but the process is complex and needs more research.
23 citations
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October 2021 in “Cell Stem Cell” Hair thinning causes stem cell loss through a process involving Piezo1, calcium, and TNF-α.
New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.
January 2022 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” Extracellular vesicles may effectively treat hair loss with minimal side effects.
17 citations
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January 2018 in “Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery” The article discusses debates on hair transplant techniques, safe donor areas, PRP use, and practitioner qualifications in hair restoration.
9 citations
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April 2024 in “Heliyon” Probiotics may help with hair growth and dandruff, but more research is needed.
5 citations
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February 2022 in “Acta Biomaterialia” Nanomaterials can improve hair care products and treatments, including hair loss and alopecia, by enhancing stability and safety, and allowing controlled release of compounds, but their safety in cosmetics needs more understanding.
August 2025 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” Microneedling can effectively treat hair loss and works well with other treatments, but more research is needed.
Male androgenetic alopecia (MAA) is a common, hereditary hair loss condition in men, linked to heart disease, and can be treated with minoxidil, finasteride, or hair transplantation.
77 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that follicular unit transplantation offers more natural results and better graft survival than older hair transplant methods.
2 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The paper concludes that creating a natural-looking hairline in hair restoration is important for facial aesthetics and involves careful planning and realistic expectations.
October 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that various hair disorders have different treatments, including medication, surgery, and addressing underlying causes.
7 citations
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March 2002 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” In 2002, hair restoration improved by using a different area for grafts and absorbable sutures, leading to less discomfort and better results.
12 citations
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February 2007 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation techniques have improved over 12 years, with follicular unit grafting providing more natural results and potential future advances in automation and genetics.
11 citations
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September 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A substance called Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor can protect certain hair follicle stem cells from damage caused by androgens, suggesting a new possible treatment for hair loss.
1 citations
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February 2012 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” UBM helps hair regrowth in men and women with hair loss.
13 citations
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May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Follicular Cell Implantation might become a new treatment for hair loss and could lead to advances in organ regeneration.
129 citations
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October 2007 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Over one-third of women experience hair loss, with female-pattern hair loss being most common, and treatments include minoxidil and possibly hair transplantation.
14 citations
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January 1985 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The cause of alopecia areata was unknown, and while various treatments existed, no best treatment was agreed upon.