October 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research” A 5% minoxidil spray could effectively treat male baldness with fewer side effects and better patient comfort.
Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatments are crucial for managing hair loss in humans and animals.
18 citations
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June 1988 in “Culture, medicine and psychiatry” The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.
9 citations
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March 2001 in “Clinics in dermatology” Hirsutism in women is often due to hormone sensitivity and has significant psychological effects.
110 citations
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August 2016 in “Drugs” Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
40 citations
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September 2019 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” Group a wide range of chemicals, not just phthalates, for assessing risks to male reproductive health.
March 2000 in “The Journal of pharmacy technology” Finasteride effectively treats mild to moderate hair loss in men aged 18-41, with some side effects.
9 citations
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July 1995 in “Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice” The document concludes that hair loss in cats is caused by various factors, including allergies, mites, infections, and hormonal issues, with treatments varying accordingly.
5 citations
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November 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
87 citations
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December 2016 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors may develop alopecia, but some hair regrowth is possible with treatment.
67 citations
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February 2015 in “Life Sciences” Some plant-based treatments can help with benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
43 citations
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July 2018 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Finasteride and minoxidil mix works better for hair growth than minoxidil alone, with similar safety.
48 citations
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May 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms” Hair follicles offer promising targets for delivering drugs to treat hair and skin conditions.
47 citations
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July 2013 in “Pharmacological Reviews” Regenerative pharmacology, which combines drugs with regenerative medicine, shows promise for repairing damaged body parts and needs more interdisciplinary research.
37 citations
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February 2014 in “Journal of Dermatology” Valproic acid increases hair count in men with hair loss.
8 citations
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May 2010 in “Dermatologic clinics” New treatments for skin conditions in children include a preferred drug for birthmark reduction, proactive creams for eczema and vitiligo, a safe psoriasis medication, and special tissues and socks for eczema and fungal infections.
6 citations
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October 2000 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Preventing hair loss is more effective than regrowth; oral finasteride is a realistic option.
5 citations
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February 2024 in “Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology” Electrospun scaffolds can improve healing in diabetic wounds.
72 citations
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January 2001 in “Drugs” Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss; more research needed for other options.
42 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Microneedle arrays with nanotechnology show promise for painless drug delivery through the skin but need more research on safety and effectiveness.
October 2023 in “Biomedical science and engineering” Innovative methods are reducing animal testing and improving biomedical research.
39 citations
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March 2009 in “Clinics in plastic surgery” Injection lipolysis effectively reduces small fat deposits and should be done with care and proper patient selection.
1 citations
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January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
1 citations
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June 2001 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” The document concludes that there is no credible evidence that distant healing works, and it should not be further studied in medical literature.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” Nanotechnology therapies can help improve quality of life for those with hair loss.
September 2022 in “Institutional Repositories DataBase (IRDB)” 3D-oxy exosomes may significantly boost hair growth, offering new treatment options for hair loss.
Lamivudine might reverse hair graying and needs more research for potential treatments.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Chronic kidney disease can cause hair loss, which may be related to zinc deficiency or certain medications, and sometimes hair grows back when the underlying issue is treated.
June 2001 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” The document concludes that more research is needed on the hepatitis B vaccine's side effects and the effectiveness of certain treatments for specific diseases.
November 2021 in “Austin therapeutics” Current treatments for hair loss from chemotherapy are limited, but new methods are being researched.