28 citations
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August 2018 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair and scalp issues, but doctors must be careful to avoid mistakes.
20 citations
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March 2019 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Minoxidil effectively and safely treats patchy hair loss, but more research needed.
15 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Minoxidil and finasteride work best for hair loss; more research needed.
1 citations
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April 2009 in “Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews” Review finds no permanent solution for female hair loss.
1 citations
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November 2001 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.
October 2025 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair growth, and sublingual apomorphine quickly improves Parkinson's symptoms.
49 citations
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May 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Applying 2% tofacitinib cream helped some children with severe hair loss grow back hair.
32 citations
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October 2003 Spironolactone is better than placebo for reducing excessive hair growth in women, but its effectiveness for acne is unclear due to small study sizes.
Combining systemic steroids and dithranol can effectively regrow hair in severe alopecia areata.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Innovations in Science Engineering and Management.” Early diagnosis and surgery are crucial for managing cryptorchidism and related hair loss in dogs.
December 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” Scalp reduction surgery is safe and effective for certain patients with hair loss, leading to dense hair coverage and high satisfaction.
15 citations
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January 2018 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Finasteride and dutasteride increase sexual dysfunction risk by 1.57 times in male hair loss treatment.
A rare skin reaction occurred when a man took paracetamol, causing a new rash in an area already affected by hair loss.
4 citations
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February 2017 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Compounds from certain trees used by First Nations people show potential for treating skin conditions and promoting hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
42 citations
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July 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The conclusion is that oral contraceptives and antiandrogens can treat hirsutism and acne in women with cutaneous hyperandrogenism, but more research is needed for effective treatments, especially for hair loss.
26 citations
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March 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology” 2% topical minoxidil effectively promotes hair growth in women with androgenetic alopecia.
1 citations
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January 2014 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Platelet-rich plasma treatment is not very effective for chronic severe alopecia areata.
March 2026 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Hair dye ingredient PPD can cause severe allergic reactions, including facial swelling.
September 2025 in “Journal of Medical Sciences and Health” Early-onset male hair loss may be linked to higher cardiovascular risk.
7 citations
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August 2024 in “JAAD reviews.” Minoxidil can cause unwanted hair growth, so personalized care and support are important.
5 citations
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January 2016 in “International Journal of Trichology” Erlotinib can cause hair loss and texture changes.
3 citations
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March 2020 in “Our Dermatology Online” Microneedling can improve hair growth in people not responding to standard treatments.
2 citations
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February 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Tofacitinib effectively improved hair regrowth and skin condition in a woman with alopecia totalis and lichen planus hypertrophicus.
2 citations
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February 2021 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Imatinib can cause hair loss due to lichen planopilaris.
1 citations
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October 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” PRP injections for hair loss may cause scalp nodules that can persist but often regress on their own.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Pediatrics” COVID-19 may trigger hair loss conditions like alopecia areata.
October 2025 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” The infant's hair loss resolved naturally by 20 months without treatment.
July 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” Ayurvedic treatment significantly improved hair regrowth in a child with Alopecia Universalis.
May 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences” Tofacitinib effectively promotes hair regrowth in children with alopecia areata, but more research on long-term safety is needed.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Dutasteride mesotherapy can cause hair loss in some people.