research Literature Review: Topical Finasteride: To Use or Not to Use?
Topical finasteride promotes hair growth with minimal side effects but needs more research for women and optimal use.
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780-810 / 1000+ resultsresearch Female pattern hair loss—An update
Female pattern hair loss has multiple causes and treatments, with new therapies showing promise.
research Measuring Patient Quality of Life Following Treatment for Alopecia
Alopecia treatments improve life quality but side effects can lessen this benefit; better use of quality of life measures is needed.
research The 5α-reductase inhibitor finasteride reduces opioid self-administration in animal models of opioid use disorder
Finasteride reduces opioid use and withdrawal symptoms in animals.
research Efficacy of finasteride for treating patients with androgenetic alopecia who are pileous in other areas: A pilot study in Japan
Finasteride is more effective for hair loss in people with body hair.
research Disproportional signal of sexual dysfunction reports associated with finasteride use in young men with androgenetic alopecia: A pharmacovigilance analysis of VigiBase
Finasteride use in young men with hair loss is linked to sexual dysfunction.
research Weekly treatment with SAMiRNA targeting the androgen receptor ameliorates androgenetic alopecia
A new treatment called SAMiRNA-AR68 increases hair count in people with hair loss, showing similar results to existing treatments but without side effects.
research There Is a Positive Dose-Dependent Association between Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil and Its Efficacy for Androgenetic Alopecia: Findings from a Systematic Review with Meta-Regression Analyses
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively promotes hair growth but has associated risks.
research Characterizing Dermatological Conditions in the Transgender Population: A Cross-Sectional Study
Hormone therapy in transgender individuals can increase acne and affect hair growth and loss.
research Systemic Therapies for Scarring and Non-scarring Alopecia
JAK inhibitors are effective for hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata.
research 74924 Oral Minoxidil for Pediatric and Adolescent Hair Loss: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Satisfaction and Perceived Benefit
Most young patients found oral minoxidil helpful for hair loss and were willing to continue using it.
research Assessing the Efficacy of Multimodal Therapy in Nonsurgical Hair Restoration for Noncicatricial Alopecia: A Retrospective Study
Multimodal therapy effectively improves early-stage hair loss.
research Aesthetically relevant symptoms of menopause transition: Impact and approach to management
Managing menopause symptoms like skin changes and hair thinning involves hormone therapy, procedures, and skincare, with emotional support being important.
research Comprehensive Review on Hair Loss and Restorative Techniques: Advances in Diagnostic, Artistry, and Surgical Innovation
Advancements in diagnostics, treatments, and technology have improved hair loss detection and restoration, with some types being reversible.
research Post-finasteride syndrome - a true clinical entity?
research Effectiveness of Combined Oral Minoxidil and Finasteride in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Service Evaluation
Combined oral minoxidil and finasteride significantly improve hair density in men with male pattern baldness.
research Evaluating safety and ethical implications of androgenetic alopecia treatments: a comparison of direct-to-consumer platforms and dermatologist visits
Dermatologist visits offer safer and more ethical treatment for hair loss than direct-to-consumer platforms.
research Bicalutamide: A review
Bicalutamide may help treat female pattern hair loss.
research Comparative efficacy of topical finasteride (0.25%) in combination with minoxidil (5%) against 5% minoxidil or 0.25% finasteride alone in male androgenetic alopecia: A pilot, randomized open-label study
Using both minoxidil and finasteride together is more effective for male hair loss than using either one alone.
research Digital health platforms expand access and improve care for male androgenetic alopecia
Digital health platforms improve treatment for male pattern hair loss.
research Androgenetic alopecia – Update 2022
research Minoxidil oral en alopecias no androgénicas
Oral Minoxidil could be a safe and effective alternative treatment for various non-androgenic alopecias.
research Finasteride-its impact on sexual function and prostate cancer
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may affect ejaculatory volume and requires careful consideration for young men.
research Autologous Micrograft Technology (AMT) and Finasteride for the Management of Androgenic Alopecia – A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Efficacy and Safety
AMT may be more effective than finasteride for hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
research Notes from the Editor Emeritus: Medical therapy for hair loss: what we know and what we need to find out
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss; minoxidil also helps female hair loss, with some treatments needing more research.
research A comment on the post-finasteride syndrome
The true incidence of post-Finasteride syndrome is unclear, and more research is needed.
research Female pattern hair loss: current treatment concepts.
Minoxidil 2% and 5% are common treatments for female pattern hair loss, with other options including anti-androgens, oral contraceptives, and hair transplantation.
research Immunohistochemical Evaluation of Androgen Receptor and Nerve Structure Density in Human Prepuce from Patients with Persistent Sexual Side Effects after Finasteride Use for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, may cause long-term sexual side effects due to changes in hormone receptor levels.
research Clinical Application of Development of Nonantibiotic Macrolides That Correct Inflammation-Driven Immune Dysfunction in Inflammatory Skin Diseases
Nonantibiotic macrolides show promise for treating various inflammatory skin conditions.
research Topical Treatment for Scarring and Non-Scarring Alopecia: An Overview of the Current Evidence
Minoxidil and finasteride are the best for non-scarring hair loss; more research is needed for scarring hair loss treatments.