A 14-year-old girl with a condition that makes her hair easy to pull out also has a hair-pulling disorder, and treatment helped but she relapsed after a year.
January 2024 in “Biomedical journal of scientific & technical research” CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing may effectively treat hair loss but requires more research for safe use.
July 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Some types of hair loss can be reversed, others are permanent, and treatments vary by type.
July 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” New treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
Different genes cause Female Pattern Hair Loss compared to male hair loss, and treatments vary, but more research is needed to understand it fully.
June 2020 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” The patient's hair loss from alopecia totalis returned despite initial successful treatment.
March 2023 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Low-level laser therapy is safe but not significantly better than minoxidil alone for hair growth.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Mesalazine may help treat extensive alopecia areata effectively.
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January 2015 in “Saudi journal for health sciences” Alopecia areata in Taif is common, mainly immune-related, and best treated with topical corticosteroids and vitamins.
January 2025 in “European Journal of Pharmacology” Forsythoside A may help treat hair loss by blocking specific channels.
July 2022 in “Revista Científica de Estética e Cosmetologia” Many treatments for hair loss from androgenetic alopecia are giving people satisfying results.
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February 2014 in “PubMed” Androgenetic alopecia is a common hair loss condition caused by testosterone effects on hair follicles, leading to thinner, shorter, and less pigmented hair, diagnosed using scalp dermoscopy and treated with topical minoxidil, antiandrogen agents, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.
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July 2023 in “Life” COVID-19 can cause temporary hair loss, which is commonly reversible with treatment.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” New treatments for androgenetic alopecia show promise but need more research for validation.
September 2025 in “Cosmetics” Genetic profiling can improve androgenetic alopecia treatment by predicting drug response and minimizing side effects.
March 2025 in “Cosmetics” Combining treatments works best for early hair loss, while transplants are best for severe cases.
February 2025 in “PLoS ONE” Androgenetic alopecia starts earlier in males than females, with different treatments, and is linked to income, education, alcohol use, and mental health.
Early diagnosis and personalized treatment are crucial for managing pediatric androgenetic alopecia.
January 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
April 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia causes hair thinning due to increased androgen activity, treatable with minoxidil and finasteride.
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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.
August 2025 in “South African Journal of Botany” Formulation B of the herbal hair oil promotes hair growth better than standard treatments and is safe for use.
November 2023 in “Aktualʹnì problemi sučasnoï medicini” The guidelines suggest using various treatments, including antidepressants and steroids, for alopecia areata and discuss the condition's genetic and immune aspects.
January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” The document concludes that various skin conditions have specific characteristics and treatments, and highlights the importance of vitamin D in managing these dermatological issues.
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July 2000 in “Southern Medical Journal” Male pattern baldness is often genetic and linked to a hormone, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being effective for some men.
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March 2023 in “Current Oncology” Scalp cooling is the only FDA-approved method to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, but other treatments like minoxidil and PRP are being tested.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Pediatrics” COVID-19 may trigger hair loss conditions like alopecia areata.
September 2023 in “Forum Dermatologicum” Various treatments for common hair loss in men and women are effective, but should be tailored to individual needs and potential side effects.
April 2023 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Sex hormones affect hair growth and loss, and treatments for related hair diseases include various medications, hair transplantation, and light therapy.