research Drug discovery for alopecia: gone today, hair tomorrow
Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
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research Expression of collagen type I, skin fibroblasts and macrophages after 1550 nm erbium glass fractional laser in androgenic alopecia
The 1550 nm fractional Er:Glass laser improved hair regrowth in patients with androgenic alopecia, but didn't significantly change collagen type I, skin fibroblasts, or macrophages. More research is needed for optimal results.
research Microneedling as a successful treatment for alopecia X in two Pomeranian siblings
Microneedling helped two Pomeranian dogs with a hair growth disorder grow back 90% of their fur in 12 weeks, and the results lasted for a year.
research Aromatase inhibitor–induced hair loss in two adolescents
Two teenage boys lost hair after taking a drug for growth, which was not a known side effect for kids.
research Medical Management of Hair Loss
Hair loss can be managed with medications, therapies, and lifestyle changes to prevent loss and encourage growth.
research Interventions for hirsutism excluding laser and photoepilation therapy alone: abridged Cochrane systematic review includingGRADE assessments
Some medications can reduce excessive hair growth in women, but more research is needed to find the best treatment combinations.
research Low-Level Laser and LED Therapy in Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Low-level laser therapy helps increase hair density in androgenetic alopecia.
research Early Recurrence of Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts after Er
Er:YAG laser therapy is ineffective for treating facial eruptive vellus hair cysts due to early recurrence and side effects.
research Experimental aspects concerning the laser action on the living tissue
Low energy laser therapy effectively treats certain skin conditions and improves recovery time without side effects.
research Sonographic comparison of subcutaneous fat layer thickness in the scalp area in patients with androgenetic alopecia compared to healthy individuals: Cross‐sectional
Patients with androgenetic alopecia have thinner subcutaneous fat layers in their frontal scalp compared to healthy individuals.
research Commentary on: Platelet-Rich Plasma and Stem Cells for Hair Growth: A Review of the Literature
Platelet-rich plasma and stem cell therapies are accepted treatments for hair restoration, with specific protocols recommended for best results, but more standardization is needed in stem cell use.
research Drug points: Remission of alopecia universalis during sulphasalazine treatment for rheumatoid arthritis
A woman's hair grew back while she was taking sulphasalazine for arthritis.
research ACTH as first line treatment for acute calcium pyrophosphate crystal arthritis in 14 hospitalized patients
ACTH may be an effective first-line treatment for acute calcium pyrophosphate crystal arthritis.
research Promotion of hair growth by Lactobacillus and fermented traditional Korean berry in C57BL/6 mice
Lactobacillus and fermented Korean berry can help hair grow faster.
research 1319 Claudin-1 and -3 maintain proper hair follicle structure and regulate telogen effluvium
Claudin-1 and Claudin-3 are crucial for keeping hair follicle structure and preventing a type of hair loss called telogen effluvium.
research Selective delivery of adapalene to the human hair follicle under finite dose conditions using polymeric micelle nanocarriers
Polymeric micelle nanocarriers deliver adapalene more effectively to hair follicles than commercial products.
research Natural bioactive compounds as potential sources for alleviation and treatment of androgenetic alopecia: A research advance
Natural compounds from Chinese herbs may safely promote hair growth and treat common hair loss.
research 7. Surgery and Laser
Various skin conditions like cutaneous lupus erythematosus, psoriasis, and basal cell carcinoma can be effectively treated with antihypertensive agents, NB-UVB phototherapy, and imiquimod cream respectively. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and HPV-16 infection. Early intervention is crucial for conditions like diabetic foot ulcers and neonatal herpes. Certain dyes can cause hand dermatitis, and there's a link between smoking/drinking and psoriasis in men. No direct link was found between low iron levels and chronic hair loss in women.
research Clobetasol propionate 0.05% under occlusion in the treatment of alopecia totalis/universalis
Clobetasol propionate ointment can help some people with total hair loss regrow hair.
research Acute obstruction of the duodenum of a rabbit following the apparently successful treatment of a hairball
Rabbits need hay and low stress to prevent deadly hairball blockages.
research Melatonin Receptor MT1 is Expressed in Mouse Skin and In vitro Melatonin Treatment Enhances Whisker Growth
Melatonin may help whisker growth in mice.
research Evaluation of efficacy and safety of scalp threading with polydioxanone (PDO) monofilament threads in the treatment of male androgenetic alopecia
Scalp threading with PDO threads is an effective treatment for male crown baldness.
research Comparison between melatonin versus melatonin and photobiomodulation versus photobiomodulation in the treatment of Alopecia X in German Spitz dogs: Clinical, randomized, double-blind, parallel, non-inferiority protocol
Melatonin and photobiomodulation are effective for treating Alopecia X in German Spitz dogs.
research Effect of keratin‐gelatin and bFGF‐gelatin composite film as a sandwich layer for full‐thickness skin mesh graft in experimental dogs
Keratin-gelatin films improve skin graft success in dogs.
research A case of pemphigus vulgaris developing after platelet-rich plasma treatment
A woman developed a skin condition called Pemphigus Vulgaris after a treatment to help with hair loss.
research Public interest in dermatologic symptoms, conditions, treatments, and procedures during the COVID‐19 pandemic: Insights from Google Trends
Public interest in skin issues changed during COVID-19, with more focus on dry skin, hair problems, and hand eczema.
research Hirsutism and virilism
Hirsutism treatments can slow new hair growth, but existing hair needs removal, and eflornithine helps reduce hair growth.
research pH STIMULUS-RESPONSIVE HYBRID NANOPARTICLES: A SYSTEM DESIGNED FOR FOLLICULAR DELIVERY OF BRAZILIAN PLANT-DERIVED 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE ENZYME INHIBITORS
New nanoparticles deliver plant extracts to hair follicles to treat conditions like hair loss and acne.
research Follicular Transplantation, Microneedling, and Adjuvant Narrow-band Ultraviolet-B Irradiation as Cost-Effective Regimens for Palmar-Plantar Vitiligo: A Pilot Study
Combining hair transplantation with microneedling or laser and UV light may help treat tough vitiligo on hands and feet, with microneedling being affordable and easy to learn.
research Controversies
New treatments like PRP, PRF, SVF, exosomes, and LLLT show promise for hair growth.