79 citations
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January 2017 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Correcting nutrient deficiencies may help with hair loss, but the benefits of supplements without a deficiency are uncertain and could be harmful.
18 citations
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May 2016 in “Annals of Medicine” The article concludes that correctly diagnosing systemic causes of hair loss requires a detailed clinical evaluation and a systematic diagnostic approach.
9 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Isotretinoin at a low dose for three months does not significantly affect hair growth.
6 citations
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March 1999 in “Journal of pediatric health care” The document emphasizes the need for primary care providers to understand and care for African American children's hair and skin to boost their self-esteem.
74 citations
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” Men who think they are losing hair feel worse about themselves, especially if they are younger.
15 citations
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” FPHL is common in women, influenced by genetics and hormones, and can be treated with medications, laser therapy, or hair transplantation.
129 citations
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October 2007 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Over one-third of women experience hair loss, with female-pattern hair loss being most common, and treatments include minoxidil and possibly hair transplantation.
7 citations
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December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
2 citations
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June 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Female pattern hair loss involves thinning hair on crown and frontal scalp, diagnosed by hair ratio, and treated with minoxidil, antiandrogens, or hair transplantation.
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair loss can cause emotional and social issues, and various treatments, including medication, surgery, and psychological support, are needed.
212 citations
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September 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The document provides a method to classify human hair growth stages using a model with human scalp on mice, aiming to standardize hair research.
94 citations
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September 2014 in “Therapeutic Delivery” Nanoparticles can improve skin treatments by better targeting hair follicles, but more research is needed for advancement.
87 citations
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October 1997 in “JAMA” Some vaccines might rarely cause hair loss, more research is needed.
83 citations
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November 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Low iron levels are not directly linked to chronic hair loss and iron supplements may not help.
74 citations
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April 2005 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss, minoxidil for female hair loss, and various treatments like corticosteroids work for alopecia areata; treatment should be tailored to the individual.
58 citations
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February 2016 in “Scientific reports” Blocking BACE1 and BACE2 enzymes causes hair color loss in mice.
49 citations
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February 2019 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Use "female pattern hair loss" term, assess androgen excess, treat with minoxidil and other medications if needed.
24 citations
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Some plants with flavonoids may help treat hair loss and promote hair growth.
21 citations
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March 2021 Oral minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, with women needing lower doses (0.25 to 2.5 mg daily) and men needing higher doses (1.25 to 5 mg daily).
20 citations
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July 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Dupilumab helps children with alopecia areata regrow hair safely.
19 citations
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August 2019 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Targets” New treatments for hair loss may target specific pathways and generate new hair follicles.
16 citations
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April 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Dermatoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in people with Afro-textured hair, but more research is needed for better understanding and treatment.
7 citations
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January 2015 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin” Rice Bran Supercritical CO2 Extract significantly increased hair density and diameter in male alopecia patients without any side effects.
5 citations
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August 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Most YouTube hair loss treatment videos are popular but often biased and lack reliable sources.
5 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin Research and Technology” Minoxidil 5% works better than 2% for hair growth in male-patterned hair loss.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “International journal of medicine in developing countries” Many people in Majmaah city, Saudi Arabia, don't know much about vitamin D deficiency and don't practice good vitamin D habits, with few linking it to hair loss.
February 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Female pattern hair loss is linked to genetics, family history, and lifestyle factors.
November 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Botanical treatments like saw palmetto, rosemary oil, and ginseng may help reduce hair loss in menopausal women.
November 2025 in “Discover Pharmaceutical Sciences” The essential oils nanoemulsion promotes hair growth better than 2% minoxidil in mice.
Men with hair loss may have more body fat and different blood characteristics.