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January 2001 in “Dermatology + psychosomatics” The review concluded that male pattern baldness is mostly seen negatively, affecting attractiveness and social appeal.
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November 2017 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Mediterranean diet with fresh herbs and vegetables lowers male hair loss risk.
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December 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” After menopause, some women lose scalp hair and gain facial hair, with patterns suggesting different underlying causes.
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January 1997 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” The document concludes that treating androgen excess needs patience, managing expectations is important, and many drugs used are not officially approved, suggesting cosmetic options for mild cases.
November 2020 in “Acta Scientific Women's Health” Low vitamin D levels can significantly contribute to hair loss, especially in women aged 35-45. Correcting these levels early may help prevent and treat this condition.
November 2020 in “Skin Research and Technology” Videodermoscopy better identifies female hair loss than clinical diagnosis.
September 1998 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Auto-portraits help evaluate scalp hair.
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January 2019 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Low-cost dermoscopes can effectively diagnose early female pattern hair loss.
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December 2021 in “Pharmacological Reports” Metformin is less effective in men with early-onset hair loss.
February 2026 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Lichen planopilaris can cause hair loss on limbs, not just the scalp.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” A new tool helps better assess and treat hair loss in Chinese men.
Homeopathy may help treat hair loss and improve quality of life.
December 2018 in “Вестник Российской Военно-медицинской академии” PRP therapy significantly improves hair growth and density in men with androgenic alopecia.
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March 2022 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science” Men with androgenetic alopecia and hypertension may experience more severe COVID-19.
June 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Severe hair loss may worsen with skin condition, suggesting treating the skin might help.
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December 2021 in “Cureus” Low vitamin D levels are linked to hair loss, and vitamin D might help treat it.
Hair loss treatment using stem cells from baby teeth was effective for 75% of men tested, with mild side effects. A scoring system may predict how well this treatment works.
December 2025 in “Çukurova medical journal (Online)/Çukurova medical journal” Certain genetic markers and low vitamin D3 levels are linked to male pattern baldness.
September 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” About one-third of Saudi women with female pattern hair loss also have thinning hair at the back of their head.
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January 2018 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Androgenetic alopecia is mainly caused by genetic factors and increased androgen activity, leading to hair follicle miniaturization.
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January 2015 in “International Journal of Trichology” Mechanical stress contributes to hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
March 2024 in “Dermatology and therapy (Internet)” Genetic factors could lead to personalized treatments for hair loss.
May 2023 in “Experimental Dermatology” Male pattern hair loss may be linked to the developmental origins of hair follicles.
January 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Up to 10% of hair loss patients might have early signs of a condition called Lichen Planopilaris.
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Millet seed oil may help hair grow by activating certain cell growth signals.
Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride and dutasteride are the most effective treatments for male and female pattern hair loss, but study quality varies.