Valproic acid and rapamycin protect hair follicle stem cells from damage by activating a protective pathway.
Injecting patients' own PRP into their thyroid improved thyroid function and symptoms in most hypothyroidism cases.
16 citations
,
April 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Laser treatment can effectively reduce unwanted hair growth, particularly for people with fair skin and dark hair.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Low-Level Laser Therapy might be a good alternative for hair loss when other treatments fail, but its effectiveness varies and more research is needed.
March 2019 in “Applied sciences” Laser therapy might help regrow hair in alopecia totalis better than steroids alone.
December 2005 in “Springer eBooks” Laser hair removal is generally effective, with results varying by laser type and patient.
4 citations
,
September 2023 in “Stem cell research & therapy” Special particles from umbilical cord stem cells help heal skin wounds in diabetic mice by preventing certain immune cell death.
April 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences (IJHS)” Combining laser therapy with platelet-rich plasma improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
January 2022 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” 11 citations
,
January 2014 in “PubMed” Patients with high androgen levels need more laser sessions for effective hair removal.
8 citations
,
August 2019 in “Dermatologic surgery” Nonsteroid treatments for alopecia areata show promise but need more high-quality research.
A single dose of Platelet Rich Plasma effectively reduces symptoms of early knee osteoarthritis.
May 2023 in “Journal of drugs in dermatology” Most transgender patients getting laser hair removal before gender-affirming surgery are already on hormone therapy, which might affect the hair removal process.
March 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Minoxidil works well for female hair loss, while laser therapy and plasma treatments might help but need more research.
36 citations
,
May 2011 in “Dermatologic therapy” No treatments fully cure or prevent alopecia areata; some help but have side effects or need more research.
November 2025 in “Revista Políticas Públicas & Cidades” Microagulhamento e intradermoterapia juntos melhoram o crescimento capilar em mulheres menopausadas.
October 2004 in “Australian Prescriber” Agalsidase alfa helps treat Fabry's disease but needs more research for long-term benefits.
205 citations
,
April 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma treatment significantly increased hair regrowth and decreased discomfort in alopecia patients, making it a potentially better and safer treatment option.
2 citations
,
January 2018 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” Both fat-derived stem cells and platelet-rich plasma are effective and safe for hair loss, but stem cells give better results with more side effects.
1 citations
,
January 2017 in “SAGE Open Medical Case Reports” A woman's hair loss condition got worse after her varicose vein treatment with a specific foam.
16 citations
,
January 2001 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Photodynamic therapy was effective in treating multiple scalp basal cell carcinomas with minimal side effects and good cosmetic results.
8 citations
,
January 2024 in “Regenerative Biomaterials” The hydrogel effectively treats dental implant issues by killing bacteria, reducing inflammation, and improving implant success.
7 citations
,
August 2008 in “Cases Journal” A hair tightly wrapped around a toddler's toe caused severe crying and was treated by surgery.
November 2025 in “Advanced Science” The treatment using a special hydrogel shows promise for promoting hair growth.
19 citations
,
August 2023 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Abrocitinib may effectively treat stubborn alopecia universalis.
1 citations
,
July 2020 in “International journal of radiology & radiation therapy” Partial hair-sparing brain radiotherapy is possible and doesn't affect cancer control but still causes noticeable hair loss.
1 citations
,
May 2004 in “Hair transplant forum international” The method reduces scab formation and improves healing after hair restoration surgery.
1 citations
,
January 2011 in “MOspace Institutional Repository (University of Missouri)” Topical immunotherapy with SADBE and DPCP is most effective for short-term hair regrowth in children with severe alopecia areata.
February 2024 in “Curēus” Regional nerve blocks are better than ring blocks for pain relief during PRP hair treatment.
Stem cell therapy before hair transplant improves hair growth on scarred scalp.