37 citations
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December 2007 in “International journal of clinical practice” Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.
37 citations
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October 2006 in “Steroids” New sulfur-containing steroid analogs show promise for more targeted medical treatments.
31 citations
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November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The ARTAS robotic system for hair restoration is efficient with fewer cuts than manual methods, but it's limited to certain hair types and can still leave scars.
30 citations
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December 1999 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Steroids, particularly estrogens and 5α-reductase inhibitors, affect blood vessel-related hair growth processes in hair follicle cells.
22 citations
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January 1995 in “The American Journal of Medicine” Newer low-dose oral contraceptives with less androgenic effects improve patient compliance.
17 citations
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May 2012 in “Clinical Endocrinology” Surgery to lower high testosterone in postmenopausal women with certain ovarian tumors doesn't significantly affect their metabolism.
17 citations
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May 1997 in “Journal of Chromatography B: Biomedical Sciences and Applications” Method accurately measures finasteride in human plasma.
16 citations
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January 1980 in “Planta Medica” Some natural extracts and one hair tonic can promote hair growth in mice.
13 citations
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January 1995 in “Journal of the American Institute for Conservation” Researchers developed a less damaging way to extract red dyes from wool using EDTA and DMF, preserving the fiber's strength for further analysis.
10 citations
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July 2019 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Facial hair transplantation has improved to give natural-looking beards and eyebrows with proper technique and patient care.
9 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Scientists have found specific genes linked to different hair loss conditions, which could lead to new treatments.
7 citations
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November 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” FUE and SMP together can effectively treat hair loss, needing fewer procedures.
6 citations
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March 2011 in “Experimental Dermatology” Too much or too little selenium in the diet can cause hair loss and graying in mice.
5 citations
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March 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Body-hair transplant successfully improved scarred areas and frontal hair density without visible chest scarring.
5 citations
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September 2003 in “Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery” Follicular-unit grafting is an effective hair transplant method that looks natural and has a high success rate.
4 citations
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June 2005 in “British Journal of Dermatology” HPV 60 may cause cysts and warts on the face, not just hands and feet.
1 citations
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June 2017 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a hair transplant method with less scarring and discomfort but requires skilled surgeons and has limitations on graft numbers per session.
December 2025 in “Editora Pasteur eBooks” A combined medical and aesthetic approach is crucial for effectively managing PCOS and its skin-related issues.
January 2024 in “Más dermatología” "Antiaging capilar" aims to restore youthful hair appearance by addressing age-related changes.
November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A man's rare adrenal tumor caused feminization and white hair, was removed surgically, and improved after treatment.
July 2021 in “Journal Für Ästhetische Chirurgie” Effective hair loss treatments require medical diagnosis and realistic expectations, with hair transplants offering improved, natural-looking results.
Topical Minoxidil is effective for hair loss after COVID-19.
July 2017 in “Nursing2023” Actemra is approved for a specific artery condition, HIV treatment adherence has improved, women may pay more for a hair loss product, and incorrect dosing of blood thinners can be risky.
August 2016 in “JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery” Hair restoration can improve attractiveness and trustworthiness, but it should be done aesthetically; advancements in technology and medical therapies are making it more accessible and effective.
January 2014 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
October 2012 in “Advanced Materials Research” Higher temperatures improve rabbit hair strength up to 50°C, but moisture weakens it.
June 1937 in “Science news-letter/Science news letter” Vitamin B can prevent hair from turning gray in rats.
June 2021 in “International journal of research in dermatology” Shaving and avoiding brushing improved the patient's beard hair condition.
28 citations
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December 1999 in “British Journal of Plastic Surgery”
Hair feels different when touched and rubs together in various ways.