December 2025 in “Microbes and Infectious Diseases /Microbes and Infectious Diseases” Fungi and iron deficiency are linked to hair loss in alopecia patients.
April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The study suggests that a specific type of immune cell, memory-like NK cells, may increase during active hair loss in Alopecia areata.
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August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
May 2026 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” Baricitinib may cause low blood sugar in some patients, so careful monitoring is needed.
September 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mononuclear cells may protect against certain chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
February 2019 in “Trace elements and electrolytes” Women with chronic hair loss had lower levels of zinc, copper, and ferritin than healthy women.
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April 2021 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” The protein ER71/ETV2 helps regrow hair after chemotherapy by improving the growth of new blood vessels.
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October 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Using healthy donor stem cells can potentially calm overactive immune cells and reduce inflammation in severe hair loss patients, offering a possible treatment method.
July 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Spironolactone is safe for treating hair loss in women without causing low blood pressure.
September 2023 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Stopping finasteride for male pattern hair loss changes neuroactive steroid levels in the brain and blood.
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April 2016 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Metabolic syndrome linked to female hair loss; waist size and high blood pressure important factors.
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January 2016 in “International Journal of Trichology” Many women with hair loss also have thyroid issues, high blood pressure, and low Vitamin D.
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May 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The conclusion is that 24 weeks of low-dose oral minoxidil is safe for men with hair loss, with no significant changes in heart rate or blood pressure.
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September 2018 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A boy with GAPO syndrome had hair loss similar to male pattern baldness without hormone issues, possibly due to skin or blood vessel problems.
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January 2018 in “Annals of medical research” No link found between blood groups, Rhesus factor, and ferritin levels in women with hair loss.
Not having the gene PLAAT3 leads to fat loss, high insulin resistance, and abnormal fat levels in the blood due to a disruption in fat cell development and function.
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December 2013 Men with more vanadium in their blood and who drink less soy milk are more likely to have hair loss.
January 2022 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” Minoxidil, a medicine initially for high blood pressure, can stimulate hair growth and is promising for treating hair loss, but it may cause side effects like itching and dizziness.
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October 2023 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Combining hair transplantation with PRP is more effective for treating hair loss than hair transplantation alone.
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August 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Low-dose oral minoxidil is a safe treatment for hair loss, with the main side effect being excessive hair growth. Other side effects like foot swelling, low blood pressure when standing, and heart rate changes are rare.
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January 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Male pattern baldness is linked to higher levels of a certain receptor in the scalp, which leads to the shrinking of blood vessels and hair loss. Early treatment targeting this receptor could be more effective.
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January 2014 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Hair loss linked to metabolic issues and insulin resistance; early assessment may reduce future health risks.
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March 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss links to high blood pressure, high fat levels, and metabolic issues, suggesting early heart disease screening.
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December 2021 in “Pharmacological Reports” Metformin is less effective in men with early-onset hair loss.
May 2025 in “Journal of Inflammation Research” Natural killer and CD8+ T cells play a key role in hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
April 2025 in “Cancer Research” Certain blood markers can help predict and manage chemotherapy side effects in older cancer patients.
February 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” DMG-Na may help reduce hair loss and improve hair growth, but more research is needed.
April 2023 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Frequent blood transfusions in beta thalassemia patients can lead to thyroid problems.
April 2023 in “World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews” Frequent blood transfusions in beta thalassemia can lead to thyroid problems.
April 2023 in “Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice” Hair loss in adults is linked to heart disease risk factors like unhealthy blood fats, lack of exercise, and alcohol use. It's also slightly more common in people with metabolic syndrome. As people age, hair loss gets worse. In men, severe hair loss is tied to high blood pressure and a larger waist. In women, it's tied to higher body weight. People with hair loss should be checked for unhealthy blood fats and advised to avoid alcohol and inactivity.