research Alopecia Areata: An Updated Review for 2023
Alopecia Areata affects 2% globally, with treatments like essential oils, garlic, and JAK inhibitors showing promise, but more research is needed.
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450-480 / 1000+ resultsresearch The Alopecia Areata Investigator Global Assessment scale: a measure for evaluating clinically meaningful success in clinical trials
The AA-IGA scale reliably measures treatment success in alopecia areata by considering both clinician and patient views.
research Expert System for Hair Loss Diagnosis and Treatment
Minoxidil and Propecia are the only FDA-approved hair growth drugs, but concerns about side effects lead people to explore herbal alternatives.
research Persistent Sexual Dysfunction and Suicidal Ideation in Young Men Treated with Low-Dose Finasteride: A Pharmacovigilance Study
Low-dose finasteride may cause lasting sexual dysfunction and suicidal thoughts in young men.
research Low level laser therapy and hair regrowth: an evidence-based review
Low-level laser therapy is safe and can increase hair growth for male and female pattern hair loss.
research Nanotechnology-Based Cosmetics for Hair Care
Nanotechnology improves hair care products by enhancing ingredient stability, targeting treatment, and reducing side effects, but more research on its toxicity is needed.
research A Clinical and Biological Guide for Understanding Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia and Its Prevention
Scalp cooling can help prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss with a 50-90% success rate and is safe for patients.
research Photobiomodulation devices for hair regrowth and wound healing: a therapy full of promise but a literature full of confusion
Photobiomodulation may help with hair growth and wound healing, but research is inconsistent and needs better quality studies.
research Robotic Hair Restoration
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.
research ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective FDA-approved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
research Applications and Risks of Nanomaterials Used in Regenerative Medicine, Delivery Systems, Theranostics, and Therapy
Nanomaterials in biomedicine can improve treatments but may have risks like toxicity, needing more safety research.
research Differences in reproductive toxicology between alopecia drugs: an analysis on adverse events among female and male cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
research Laser Resurfacing
Newer skin resurfacing lasers reduce damage and scarring, with some approved for safe use and minimal side effects.
research Exosomes in Cosmetic Dermatology: A Review of Benefits and Challenges
Exosomes could improve skin and hair treatments, but more research and regulation are needed.
research Topical minoxidil: review of efficacy and safety.
Topical minoxidil is effective and safe for treating hair loss.
research Photobiomodulation therapy for androgenetic alopecia: A clinician’s guide to home-use devices cleared by the Federal Drug Administration
FDA-cleared devices may help treat hair loss, but more research needed; consult dermatologist before use.
research Controversy: Synthetic hairs and their role in hair restoration?
Synthetic hair fibers for hair restoration were controversial in 2009 due to health risks and lack of support from the International Society of Hair Restoration.
research LASER HAIR TRANSPLANTATION
Laser hair transplantation can be effective but should be limited to small areas and requires more training to ensure safety and effectiveness.
research A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials of United States Food and Drug Administration-Approved, Home-use, Low-Level Light/Laser Therapy Devices for Pattern Hair Loss: Device Design and Technology.
FDA-approved low-level light/laser therapy devices can significantly increase hair density in people with pattern hair loss.
research Proposed mechanisms of low-level light therapy in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
LLLT helps treat hair loss by increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and stimulating growth factors.
research A Gender Hypothesis of sex disparities in adverse drug events
Gendered social factors, not just biology, contribute to sex differences in adverse drug events.
research Stem Cell Applications in Human Hair Growth: A Literature Review
Stem cells could be a better treatment for hair loss by reactivating dormant hair follicles.
research Herbal medicines as an effective therapy in hair loss - A review
Herbal medicines can be effective alternatives for treating hair loss.
research Practical Geriatrics: Maintaining Sexual Health After Menopause
Maintaining sexual health after menopause is possible with patient approaches, hormone supplements, and therapy, despite needing more research.
research The Relative Efficacy and Safety of Monotherapies for Alopecia Areata: A Network Meta‐Analysis Study
Janus kinase inhibitors are effective and safe for treating Alopecia Areata.
research Expanding the Availability of Scalp Cooling to All Patients at Risk of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
Insurance coverage for scalp cooling will make it more accessible to all chemotherapy patients.
research Illuminating current pitfalls in optimal photobiomodulation device development and assessment for treating hair loss
More research is needed before recommending photobiomodulation devices for hair loss treatment.
research Medical Treatment of Hair Loss
Only finasteride and minoxidil are FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss.
research How good is artificial intelligence (AI) at solving hairy problems? A review of AI applications in hair restoration and hair disorders
AI is effective in diagnosing and treating hair disorders, including detecting hair loss and scalp conditions with high accuracy, but it should supplement, not replace, doctor-patient interactions.
research Hair loss treatment information on Facebook: Content analysis and comparison with other online sources
Most Facebook posts about hair loss treatments are promotional and not medically supported, with better quality information found on YouTube.