January 2018 in “Journal of dermatological research” The document suggests a clinical trial to accurately determine if PRP is an effective treatment for a common type of hair loss in men.
January 2020 in “Archives of urology” Finasteride, a drug used for certain conditions, can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction, suicidal thoughts, and increased diabetes risk, and there's a need for more awareness and research about these effects.
20 citations
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December 2016 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Men prefer less invasive cosmetic procedures and need different treatment approaches than women.
9 citations
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November 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Men need higher doses of botox than women and a different approach for facial aesthetics due to their unique facial features and muscle mass.
October 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Men are increasingly getting botulinum toxin treatments, requiring higher doses and different techniques than women for a natural look.
30 citations
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September 2017 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.
8 citations
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March 2022 in “BMC Geriatrics” Older men and those with a history of skin cancer have a higher risk of getting skin cancer again.
8 citations
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August 1989 in “Psychological Reports” Men with hair loss mainly see doctors for treatment options like minoxidil.
December 2025 in “Reports of Morphology” Men with alopecia areata have different body fat distribution compared to healthy men.
December 2024 in “Reports of Vinnytsia National Medical University” Men with alopecia areata have different body proportions, with shorter legs and longer upper bodies.
14 citations
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October 2022 in “Journal of the American Heart Association” Lower testosterone levels may increase heart failure risk in older men.
Balding in men worsens with age.
17 citations
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January 2020 in “The World Journal of Men's Health” Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.
3 citations
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November 2023 in “American Journal of Men s Health” Improving prostate and urinary health can enhance sexual function and mental well-being in older men.
1 citations
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January 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Male pattern hair loss affects about one-third of men aged 18-49 years in the United States.
104 citations
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October 1999 in “The Journal of Urology” Finasteride doesn't harm male fertility or sperm quality, but may slightly reduce ejaculate volume.
55 citations
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May 1970 in “New England Journal of Medicine” Scurvy may cause symptoms similar to Sjögren's syndrome, which disappear with vitamin C.
30 citations
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January 2008 in “The Aging Male” The study found no link between baldness patterns and androgen levels in men with benign prostate enlargement or prostate cancer.
January 2026 in “Andrology” PRP injections are safe but don't significantly improve Peyronie's Disease.
Taller men are seen as more attractive, and hair loss negatively affects attractiveness.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Men are increasingly seeking quick-result cosmetic treatments for their thicker, oilier skin and hair loss issues.
3 citations
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October 2021 in “Cureus” Smoking can cause yellow discoloration of upper lip hair and nails.
57 citations
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August 2020 in “Journal of the American Geriatrics Society” Most adults over 70 have skin diseases needing treatment, with men more affected than women.
8 citations
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April 2017 in “Medical Hypotheses” Men with early balding may have hormonal imbalances similar to women with PCOS and could benefit from similar treatments.
8 citations
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January 2003 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair transplants using follicular unit grafting can significantly improve appearance for men with advanced hair loss.
74 citations
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” Men who think they are losing hair feel worse about themselves, especially if they are younger.
19 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Children's hairlines change shape as they grow, with women often developing a widow's peak and men's hairlines becoming more convex and possibly balding at the temples, influenced by genetics and hormones.
8 citations
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Men need higher doses and tailored injection techniques for botulinum toxin treatments due to their unique facial features.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Smoking can cause yellowing of upper lip hair.
45 citations
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March 1998 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Majocchi's granuloma can occur in kidney transplant patients on tacrolimus and can be treated with antifungal medication.