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April 2010 in “Endocrinology” The mouse model suggests male pattern baldness may be due to an enzyme increasing DHT and higher androgen receptor levels in hair follicles.
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September 1968 in “PubMed” Hot comb use can cause permanent hair loss on the scalp.
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September 1968 in “Archives of Dermatology” Using hot combs can cause permanent hair loss on the scalp's crown.
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September 1968 in “Archives of Dermatology” Using hot combs can cause permanent hair loss on the scalp's crown.
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March 2009 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The conference highlighted new dermatological treatments and emphasized early intervention and addressing conditions lacking evidence-based treatments.
September 2016 in “Medical Journal of Australia” Planting trees and doing yoga might make you feel better; yoga can help with asthma symptoms, and certain treatments can improve female hair loss.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In-person laser treatments help hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
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December 2019 in “International Journal of Phytocosmetics and Natural Ingredients” The conditioner with Spirulina and Ascophyllum extracts made hair shinier and easier to comb.
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June 2022 in “Tidsskrift for Den norske legeforening” A young boy's uncombable hair is due to a rare genetic condition that usually improves over time.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Amalaki Churna effectively reduces hair fall and improves hair strength.
May 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Amalaki Churna effectively reduces hair fall and improves hair health.
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January 2006 in “Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces” Researchers found that bulge cells from human hair can grow quickly in culture and have properties of hair follicle stem cells, which could be useful for skin treatments.
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September 2017 in “Medicine” A patient with Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome developed colon cancer that spread to the liver, showing the need for regular cancer checks in such patients.
July 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” A woman experienced excessive hair growth after using a hair loss treatment with minoxidil.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The laser comb did not improve hair regrowth in mice with alopecia areata.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Apllied Mathematics” Numerical methods help analyze alopecia drugs' properties effectively.
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January 2019 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Low-level laser therapy significantly increases hair density in adults with hair loss, with low-frequency treatment being more effective.
10 citations
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November 2019 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Photobiomodulation helps hair growth safely in men and women, with laser devices working better than LED ones.
January 2021 in “Journal of Allergy and Therapy” Electric Follicle Stimulation may promote hair growth and density with no known side effects.
January 2026 in “Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences” Bhringaraj extract tablets significantly reduce hair fall and are well-tolerated.
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October 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps regrow hair in female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” Albert Kligman, known for his dermatology research and the discovery of tretinoin, was a significant figure in hair science but faced controversy for inmate experiments.
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
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January 2000 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
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March 2015 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Home-use cosmetic laser and light devices show modest results for hair removal and acne treatment, but more research is needed for confirmation.
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March 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Albert M. Kligman, who turned 90 on March 17, 2006, made significant contributions to dermatology, including creating treatments for acne and studying skin aging.
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October 2025 in “Gels” Nanogels with hydrophobic modifications improve oral drug delivery for intestinal disease treatment.
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October 2020 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting” Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
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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.
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May 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” The review concluded that better studies are needed to prove if Low-Level Laser Therapy devices for hair growth really work.