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Scalp tools, tracking progress, targeting scalp inflammation, and avoiding certain hair treatments can improve female hair loss treatment.
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research A multicenter evaluation of 10% sulfacetamide sodium in a 10% urea vehicle scalp treatment lotion and a 10% urea deep cleansing antibacterial shampoo for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp
The lotion and shampoo effectively treated scalp seborrheic dermatitis.
research Clinical and Trichoscopic Evaluations of Topical Finasteride 1%, Topical Spironolactone 5%, and Minoxidil 5% in Female Pattern Hair Loss Treatment
Topical finasteride is as effective and safe as minoxidil for treating female pattern hair loss.
research In Vivo Imaging Techniques for the Human Scalp: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Noninvasive scalp imaging techniques can improve patient care by reducing the need for biopsies.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp from topical minoxidil 5% solution
A woman developed a scalp condition from using minoxidil, which improved with a different treatment but left scarring.
research Therapeutic Effect of Superficial Scalp Hypothermia on Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia in Breast Cancer Survivors
Scalp cooling effectively reduces hair loss in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
research Scalp micropigmentation as an alternative to Hair transplant surgery
Scalp micropigmentation is a tattooing method that can mimic a full head of hair without surgery and has no healing time.
research A comparative study of efficacy and safety of 5% topical minoxidil with platelet rich plasma versus platelet rich plasma as a monotherapy in male patients with androgenetic alopecia
Combining 5% minoxidil with PRP is better than PRP alone for treating male hair loss.
research Comparison of a New 5% Minoxidil Foam and Rogaine® in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Chinese Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Phase III, Equivalence Trial
The new 5% minoxidil foam is as effective and safe as Rogaine® for treating hair loss in Chinese men.
research A randomized prospective study to evaluate the efficacy of various topical treatment modalities in patients of alopecia areata
0.05% betamethasone dipropionate is the most effective treatment for mild alopecia areata.
research Carcinogenesis of the Human Scalp. An Immunometabolic Centered View
Hair protects the scalp from skin cancer by aiding immune defense.
research Does microneedling with 5% minoxidil offer added advantage for treatment of androgenetic alopecia in comparison to use of topical 5% minoxidil alone?
Microneedling with 5% minoxidil works better for hair loss than using 5% minoxidil alone.
research Scalp Aesthetics Training
research Efficacy and safety of a new 5% minoxidil formulation in male androgenetic alopecia: A randomized, placebo‐controlled, double‐blind, noninferiority study
New 5% minoxidil formula safely and effectively treats male hair loss.
research Surgical Anatomy of the Scalp
Understanding scalp anatomy is crucial for successful and safe scalp surgery.
research Scalp application of antioxidants improves scalp condition and reduces hair shedding in a 24‐week randomized, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled clinical trial
Using antioxidants on the scalp can make it healthier and decrease hair loss.
research Validation and clinical relevance of a novel scalp coverage scoring method
The new scalp coverage scoring method accurately measures hair loss and growth in men.
research DRUGS AND DEVICES IN PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF CHEMOTHERAPY-INDUCED ALOPECIA: WHEN AND HOW SHOULD BE EMPLOYED
Scalp cooling is recommended to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss, but no effective drugs are available.
research Abstracts
Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
research Scalp and calvarial reconstruction
The conclusion is that closing scalp wounds is possible, but restoring hair without donor material is still a major challenge.
research Platelet-rich plasma microneedling versus 5% topical minoxidil in the treatment of patterned hair loss
Minoxidil works faster and is more cost-effective for treating hair loss, but platelet-rich plasma microneedling can be an alternative for those who can't use minoxidil.
research Efficacy of interventions for prevention of chemotherapy‐induced alopecia: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Scalp cooling significantly reduces chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
research Psoriasis of the Scalp
Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.
research Shampoo in the treatment of scalp psoriasis
Shampoos with specific ingredients are effective and safe for treating scalp psoriasis.
research Optimization of treatment of microsporia of scalp in children
The combination treatment effectively and safely cured scalp microsporia in children faster and prevented recurrence.
research Topical minoxidil dose-response effect in alopecia areata
A 5% minoxidil solution led to better hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata than a 1% solution, but results were often not cosmetically acceptable.
research The efficacy of scalp cooling in patients receiving chemotherapy for primary gynecologic cancers: a randomized controlled trial
Scalp cooling reduces hair loss and improves quality of life during chemotherapy.
research 5 alpha-reductase and finasteride in pattern alopecia and acne.
research Sequential Scalp Assessment in Hair Regeneration Therapy Using an Adipose-Derived Stem Cell–Conditioned Medium
Using a special stem cell formula on the scalp once a month for six months helped people with hair loss grow more hair.
research Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp in a paediatric male
A 13-year-old boy with a rare scalp condition improved significantly with isotretinoin, minoxidil, oral steroids, and antiseptic shampoo.