April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Being allergic to linalool, a common fragrance ingredient, might contribute to developing frontal fibrosing alopecia.
July 2024 in “Iranian journal of pathology” Frontal fibrosing alopecia mainly affects women over 50, causing hair loss and specific skin changes.
January 2026 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Letrozole with lifestyle changes improves fertility in women with PCOS.
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October 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mutations in the Sgk3 gene cause fuzzy hair in mice.
September 2017 in “Korean journal of acupuncture” Crataegi Fructus water extract helps hair grow better and thicker.
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May 2016 in “Experimental dermatology” FFA's causes may include environmental triggers and genetic factors.
September 2017 in “Journal of Dermatology & Cosmetology” Hepatitis C treatment may cause frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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February 2012 Obese women with PCOS are more likely to have fatty liver disease.
August 2021 in “Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine” The article concludes that understanding Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) is crucial for effective treatment, which includes medication like 5α-reductase inhibitors and hydroxychloroquine.
May 2023 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Flibanserin may help improve sexual symptoms in various conditions beyond its approved use.
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December 2017 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Frontal fibrosing alopecia can mimic traction alopecia but has distinct features like facial papules and eyebrow thinning.
November 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Using facial sunscreen and moisturizer may increase the risk of frontal fibrosing alopecia.
Low-level laser therapy reduces symptoms and inflammation in frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” Early diagnosis and quick treatment improve life quality for FFA patients.
October 2004 in “Australian Prescriber” Lifestyle changes are more effective than metformin for reducing type 2 diabetes risk.
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September 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” FFA is more common in postmenopausal women, can affect younger women, and may stabilize over time.
February 2018 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” High doses of Lagenaria siceraria fruit powder lower FSH and LH hormone levels in male rats.
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October 2015 in “Neurochemistry International” Letrozole may help prevent seizures by reducing certain hormone levels.
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January 2010 in “Case reports in dermatology” Dermoscopy helps diagnose frontal fibrosing alopecia by distinguishing it from other hair loss conditions.
Fenugreek gel significantly reduces split ends and improves hair health.
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November 2009 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Myo-inositol may be more effective than metformin for inducing ovulation in women with PCOS.
February 2020 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Further research is needed to understand Garcinia cambogia's benefits for weight management and PCOS.
April 2023 in “World Journal Of Advanced Research and Reviews” Cosmetic products or emotional factors might contribute to Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and trichoscopy is useful for diagnosis.
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” A woman with an unusual pattern of hair loss was confirmed to have Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and treated with specific medications.
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March 2011 in “Journal of controlled release” New micelle solutions greatly improve skin delivery of certain antifungal drugs.
October 2004 in “Australian Prescriber” Lifestyle changes are more effective than metformin for reducing type 2 diabetes risk.
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January 2021 in “Cellular and Molecular Biology” Prosopis farcta has strong antioxidants, useful for food and medicine.
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May 2026 in “Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports” Intralesional betamethasone and oral hydroxychloroquine improved hair loss in a woman with frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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January 2003 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia is a type of hair loss in postmenopausal women that may stop on its own but has no effective treatment.