64 citations
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July 2016 in “Journal of Immunology” Blocking the CXCR3 receptor reduces T cell accumulation in the skin and prevents hair loss in mice.
June 1989 in “Diseases of the Colon & Rectum” Some patients experience temporary hair loss after ulcerative colitis surgery, likely due to illness rather than the surgery itself, and it usually grows back within six months.
20 citations
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October 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.
June 2022 in “International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology” The herbal shampoo made from Piper Betel and Psidium Guajava leaves was safe, promoted hair growth, and reduced hair fall.
5 citations
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April 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP treatment satisfies 58% of female hair loss patients, with most noticing fuller, thicker hair and less shedding.
24 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology” The combination therapy improved PCOS symptoms in both obese and non-obese women, with weight loss in the obese group.
22 citations
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April 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” More research is needed to determine if iron deficiency causes hair loss.
18 citations
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April 2019 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Lactoferrin helps mice grow hair by increasing cell growth and hair follicle development.
14 citations
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October 2018 in “PloS one” Deleting the Far2 gene in mice causes sebaceous gland issues and patchy hair loss.
10 citations
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May 1986 in “Experientia” Too much zinc in the diet can cause hair loss and color change in young mice by reducing copper in the body.
9 citations
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January 1959 in “The journal of nutrition/The Journal of nutrition” Higher potassium intake may protect against hair loss and liver fat in lysine-deficient rats.
7 citations
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January 2019 in “Pharmaceutical Biology” Eclipta prostrata helps hair growth and maintains the growth phase by affecting certain growth factors.
1 citations
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November 2016 in “Congenital Anomalies” Get head MRI for babies with achondroplasia early, use free immunoglobulin light chains to detect certain neurodevelopmental disorders, and video calls work for speech therapy in patients with facial anomalies.
10 citations
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August 2019 in “The World Journal of Men's Health” Kimchi probiotics slightly improved hair density, but more research needed.
5 citations
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March 2017 in “Natural Product Research” Researchers found eight natural compounds and essential oils in the Italian plant Bituminaria basaltica, which are typical for its genus and known for bioactivity.
Combining minoxidil, finasteride, and growth factors improves hair growth and reduces hair loss.
April 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” TNFα inhibitors are effective and well-tolerated for treating severe scalp cellulitis.
May 2024 in “Plant and Soil” Root hairs in maize grow mainly in air-filled pores, limiting their role in nutrient uptake and plant anchorage.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management” A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle are crucial for preventing hair loss.
July 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Sesbania grandiflora improves hair growth and health.
4 citations
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November 2009 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Stress, nutritional issues, and chronic diseases can cause hair loss, and nail changes may signal internal diseases; treatment focuses on the underlying cause.
May 2022 in “Acta Scientific Women's Health” A woman lost over 80% of her hair due to a condition called telogen effluvium after having COVID-19.
July 2019 in “Mayo Clinic proceedings” The man's fatigue and erectile dysfunction were improved by treating his obesity-related low testosterone without needing testosterone replacement.
101 citations
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August 2010 in “PLoS ONE” Selenoproteins are crucial for healthy skin and hair.
75 citations
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October 2016 in “Genes & Development” Cells in hair follicles help create fat cells in the skin by releasing a protein called Sonic Hedgehog.
66 citations
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June 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” No cure for female pattern hair loss, but various effective treatments exist.
64 citations
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March 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) slows down hair growth and promotes hair follicle regression.
63 citations
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May 2011 in “Clinical cancer research” The topical inhibitor CUR61414 was not effective in treating basal cell carcinoma in human trials.
59 citations
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May 2017 in “Scientific reports” ZDHHC13 is important for normal liver function and metabolism, affecting mitochondrial activity.
47 citations
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January 2019 in “Nature communications” Polyamines help fix DNA damage accurately in cells.