research Androgenetic alopecia: Treatment results with topical minoxidil
Topical minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss caused by androgenetic alopecia.
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research Anabolic-androgenic steroids and cardiovascular risk
Using steroids can increase the risk of heart problems.
research Bimatoprost for the treatment of eyelash, eyebrow and scalp alopecia
Bimatoprost is promising for treating some types of hair loss but needs more testing for androgenetic alopecia.
research Histologic response to topically applied minoxidil in male-pattern alopecia
Minoxidil can help grow hair and make hair follicles bigger, but it can also cause side effects.
research How real is senescent alopecia? A histopathologic approach
Aging alone rarely causes significant hair loss; hormones are a bigger factor.
research Five-alpha-reductase Inhibitors for prostate cancer prevention.
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors can lower prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade tumors and cause sexual side effects.
research Efficacy of Topical Combination of 0.25% Finasteride and 3% Minoxidil Versus 3% Minoxidil Solution in Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Study
Combination of 0.25% finasteride and 3% minoxidil works better than just 3% minoxidil for increasing hair thickness in women.
research Global photographic assessment of men aged 18 to 60 years with male pattern hair loss receiving finasteride 1 mg or placebo
Finasteride significantly improves hair growth but may cause sexual side effects.
research Androgenetic alopecia and risk of prostate cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Vertex pattern hair loss linked to higher prostate cancer risk.
research Hair growth effects of oral administration of finasteride, a steroid 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor, alone and in combination with topical minoxidil in the balding stumptail macaque.
Finasteride and minoxidil together promote hair growth better than either alone.
research A study of etretinate alopecia
Etretinate treatment changed hair growth patterns in many patients.
research Evaluation of Oral Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Oral minoxidil helps hair regrowth in 80% of alopecia patients, but only 18% see cosmetic improvement.
research A Critical Assessment of the Evidence for Low-Level Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Hair Loss
The evidence for using Low-Level Laser Therapy for hair loss is limited and more thorough research is needed.
research The effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride used for 3 years in women with androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively stop or reverse hair loss in women with androgenetic alopecia, with dutasteride being more effective for women under 50.
research A novel therapeutic paradigm for patients with extensive alopecia areata
New treatments targeting immune pathways show promise for severe hair loss but need more research for safety and effectiveness.
research Effect of finasteride, a 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor, on serum gonadotropins in normal men.
Finasteride doesn't affect hormone levels in normal men.
research Teriflunomide in Patients with Relapsing–Remitting Forms of Multiple Sclerosis
Teriflunomide is effective and generally safe for treating relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis.
research Finasteride Treatment of Hair Loss in Women
Finasteride may help some women with hair loss, but better options exist.
research Eyelash Growth from Application of Bimatoprost in Gel Suspension to the Base of the Eyelashes
Bimatoprost gel makes eyelashes grow longer, but may cause side effects and should be monitored by an eye doctor.
research Key targets of hormonal treatment of prostate cancer. Part 2: the androgen receptor and 5α-reductase
Blocking DHT production more strongly may help control advanced prostate cancer and improve quality of life.
research Cardiometabolic profile of young women with hypoprolactinemia
Low prolactin in young women may increase heart and metabolism risks.
research A review of monochromatic light devices for the treatment of alopecia areata
Monochromatic light devices, especially the 308-nm excimer laser, are promising for treating alopecia areata but more research is needed.
research Randomized trial of electrodynamic microneedle combined with 5% minoxidil topical solution for the treatment of Chinese male Androgenetic alopecia
Combining electrodynamic microneedle with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth and reduces hair loss in Chinese men.
research Continued improvement in pressure-flow parameters in men receiving finasteride for 2 years
Finasteride improves urinary function in men for 2 years.
research New drugs under investigation for the treatment of alopecias
New treatments for hair loss show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Antidepressants have Anti-inflammatory Effects that may be Relevant to Dermatology: A Systematic Review
Antidepressants might help with skin inflammation and improve conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
research Off-Label Uses of Topical Vitamin D in Dermatology: A Systematic Review
Topical vitamin D is useful for some skin conditions but not effective for others, and more research is needed.
research Safety of Topical Minoxidil Solution: A One-Year, Prospective, Observational Study
Minoxidil solution safely and effectively treats hair loss.
research Antiandrogen Treatment with Spironolactone and Linestrenol Decreases Bone Mineral Density in Eumenorrhoeic Women with Androgen Excess
Taking spironolactone and linestrenol for androgen excess can lead to lower bone density in young women.
research Prospective metabolic evaluation of 150 consecutive patients who underwent gastric exclusion
Gastric exclusion surgery caused major weight loss and health improvements but led to some anemia and vitamin deficiencies.