6 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Low-level laser therapy can improve hair density in people with androgenic alopecia, but more research is needed to find out who it works best for.
4 citations
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April 2020 in “JAAD case reports” JAK inhibitors help hair regrowth but not fully effective for androgenetic alopecia.
106 citations
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April 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Low-level light therapy safely improves hair growth and thickness for androgenetic alopecia.
25 citations
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May 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” PRFM may help treat hair loss, especially in mild cases.
19 citations
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May 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Combining platelet-rich plasma with 5% minoxidil solution improves hair regrowth in androgenetic alopecia patients.
11 citations
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November 2021 in “BMJ Open” People with alopecia areata have higher rates of mental health issues, autoimmune diseases, and infections.
11 citations
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October 2018 in “Pediatric dermatology” Leflunomide and anthralin may effectively treat severe alopecia areata.
5 citations
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January 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” Minoxidil base is preferred for hair loss treatment, but minoxidil sulfate may be an alternative for unresponsive patients.
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December 2015 in “Lʹvìvsʹkij klìnìčnij vìsnik” Correcting trace element imbalances may help reduce alopecia areata symptoms.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” Current treatments for alopecia areata can help hair grow but don't cure the disease.
January 2024 in “Clinical and Experimental Vaccine Research” Rabies vaccine might cause hair loss due to immune issues.
January 2023 in “National Journal of Physiology, Pharmacy and Pharmacology” Tofacitinib effectively reduced hair loss in alopecia areata patients without adverse effects.
March 2021 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists” In Pakistan, men with more severe hair loss often have a higher BMI.
June 2018 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” Hair loss caused by genetics and hormones; more research needed for treatments.
17 citations
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December 2015 in “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine” A new plant extract from Avicennia marina could potentially be used to treat common hair loss.
56 citations
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April 2007 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Minoxidil works better for female hair loss than alfatradiol, both safe.
43 citations
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November 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.
37 citations
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October 2017 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Oral tofacitinib shows promise in treating atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata, but only slight improvement in vitiligo.
28 citations
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August 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) may help improve hair density in primary cicatricial alopecias (PCAs) patients, but more trials are needed to confirm its benefits.
11 citations
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July 2008 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Greying hairs may be protected from alopecia areata.
January 2014 in “Revista del Centro Dermatológico Pascua” Male pattern baldness is not a risk factor for heart disease based on cholesterol levels alone.
This rare genetic disorder causes permanent hair loss and skin bumps from birth.
January 2024 in “GeroScience” Using radiation to make mice's hair turn gray helps study and find ways to prevent or reverse hair graying.
39 citations
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November 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document suggests using standardized methods to track and measure hair loss in alopecia areata, including patient self-assessment and a 50% improvement in specific scores as a treatment goal.
36 citations
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January 2014 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Pumpkin seed oil helps hair growth in men with hair loss.
35 citations
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May 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The document concludes that there are various treatments for different types of alopecia, but more research is needed for evidence-based treatments.
30 citations
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September 2003 in “Experimental Dermatology” Minoxidil helps prevent stress-caused hair loss in mice.
21 citations
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August 2011 in “Body Image” Acceptance reduces hair loss distress and medical consultations; coping mechanisms increase them.
21 citations
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March 2006 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Most hair loss disorders can be accurately diagnosed and treated in an outpatient setting.
15 citations
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November 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Botanicals like green tea extract show potential for hair growth, but more research is needed.