research Female pattern hair loss
FPHL causes hair loss in women due to genetics and hormones; minoxidil and anti-androgens are treatments, and early intervention is advised.
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research The efficacy of finasteride in women patients with female-pattern hair loss: A meta-analysis
Finasteride helps female-pattern hair loss.
research Cross‐sectional study of hair loss patterns in 122 Korean systemic lupus erythematosus patients: A frequent finding of non‐scarring patch alopecia
Most Korean systemic lupus erythematosus patients experienced hair loss, often as non-scarring diffuse hair loss, with non-scarring patch alopecia also common.
research Selected topics in pediatric hair loss
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are key for pediatric hair loss disorders, and addressing the emotional effects on children is important.
research The reliability of horizontally sectioned scalp biopsies in the diagnosis of chronic diffuse telogen hair loss in women
Horizontally sectioned scalp biopsies are more reliable for diagnosing hair loss in women when three samples are taken instead of one.
research There is no clear association between low serum ferritin and chronic diffuse telogen hair loss
Low iron levels are not directly linked to chronic hair loss and iron supplements may not help.
research Female pattern hair loss: A clinical, pathophysiologic, and therapeutic review
No cure for female pattern hair loss, but various effective treatments exist.
research Innovative use of spironolactone as an antiandrogen in the treatment of female pattern hair loss.
Spironolactone helps regrow hair in women with hair loss.
research Clinical and molecular genetic studies in hereditary hair loss
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
research Vacuum Therapy in Association with Plant ActiveCompounds, Prebiotics and Probiotics for Treatment ofAndrogenetic Alopecia, Female Pattern Hair Loss andTelogen Effluvium, Part II: Follow-up Study
The treatment improved hair growth and thickness in patients with hair loss, even 10 months after therapy without additional products.
research Effectiveness of once daily 5% minoxidil topical foam in the treatment of women with thinning hair due to female pattern hair loss (FPHL)
5% minoxidil foam helps women with thinning hair.
research Medical treatments for male and female pattern hair loss
Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss in men, while minoxidil treats hair loss in women.
research Female pattern hair loss
FPHL is a common, age-related, genetic hair loss with unclear causes and limited treatment options.
research Common causes of hair loss – clinical manifestations, trichoscopy and therapy
The document concludes that understanding and treating hair loss requires recognizing its various types and using appropriate diagnostic tools and treatments.
research Evaluation and Management of the Hair Loss Patient in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should diagnose hair loss by examining the patient and possibly doing tests, and then treat it based on the type, which may prevent permanent hair loss.
research Airborne contact dermatitis apparently acquired as a result of using pericarp juice from an Indian marking nut as a home remedy to treat patchy hair loss
Using Indian marking nut sap for hair loss caused a skin rash on a woman's face.
research Hair Loss as a Side Effect of Lamotrigine Treatment
Lamotrigine can cause hair loss.
research ACKR2 limits skin fibrosis and hair loss through IFN‐β
ACKR2 helps prevent skin scarring and hair loss by controlling inflammation.
research A Case Report of Biotin Treatment for Valproate-Induced Hair Loss
Biotin may effectively treat hair loss caused by valproate medication.
research Valproate Induced Hair Loss and Curly Hair in Bipolar Disorder
Valproate can cause both hair loss and curly hair in bipolar disorder patients.
research Overnight loss of pigmented hair in autoimmune autonomic neuropathy treated with IVIg
IVIg treatment improved symptoms but caused permanent dark hair loss.
research Is Propionibacterium acnes associated with hair casts and alopecia?
Propionibacterium acnes might be linked to hair casts and possibly alopecia.
research An Atlas of Hair Pathology—with Clinical CorrelationsSperlingLeonard C158 pp Price £66.99 ISBN 1-84214-203-8 (h/b) London: Parthenon, 2003
The book is a detailed guide on hair diseases and diagnosis, useful for skin disease experts.
research Disorders of Hair Growth: Diagnosis and Treatment
The book is a detailed guide on hair growth issues and treatments, recommended for specialists and hospital libraries.
research A marine protein-based dietary supplement for subclinical hair thinning/loss: Results of a multisite, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial
The supplement helps improve hair growth and reduce hair shedding.
research The Relationship Between Patient-Reported Severity of Hair Loss and Health-Related Quality of Life and Treatment Patterns Among Patients with Alopecia Areata
People with moderate hair loss from Alopecia Areata feel more impacted than those with no or almost complete hair loss, and are more likely to seek treatment.
research Nutrition and hair
Certain groups may need vitamin supplements to improve hair health and prevent other health problems.
research DISORDERS OF THE NAILS AND HAIR ASSOCIATED WITH HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS INFECTION
HIV can cause various nail and hair disorders, important for early diagnosis and treatment.
research HAIR DISEASES
Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
research Review of oral minoxidil as treatment of hair disorders: in search of the perfect dose
Oral minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, with women needing lower doses (0.25 to 2.5 mg daily) and men needing higher doses (1.25 to 5 mg daily).