research HORMONAL THERAPY IN DERMATOLOGY
Hormonal therapy is a treatment option for acne, the only medical treatment for hirsutism, and the most promising for androgenetic alopecia.
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research The influence of low dose finasteride, a type II 5α-reductase inhibitor, on circulating neuroactive steroids
Low dose finasteride decreases certain steroids, possibly increasing depression risk.
research Finding bald spots on chromosome 20p11
New genes linked to male pattern baldness were found on chromosome 20p11.
research Reply to ‘What is the effect of obesity on the folliculosebaceous unit?’
Obesity is linked to more severe hair loss in adult men and to excess hair growth, but its effects on hair conditions are complex and need more research.
research Assessment and Treatment Outcomes of Persistent Radiation-Induced Alopecia in Patients With Cancer
Persistent radiation-induced hair loss is dose-dependent, and treatments like topical minoxidil can be effective.
research Types and Treatment of Hair Loss in Men and Women
The article concludes that different types of hair loss require specific treatments and psychological support is important.
research Trichoscopy: a new frontier for the diagnosis of hair diseases
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair and scalp diseases without needing skin biopsies.
research Advances in Hair Diseases
The review highlights the importance of stem cells in hair health and suggests new treatment strategies for hair loss conditions.
research Quality of life assessment in patients with androgenetic alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia significantly harms quality of life, affecting emotions and relationships.
research Glycyrrhizin micellar nanocarriers for topical delivery of baicalin to the hair follicles: A targeted approach tailored for alopecia treatment
Glycyrrhizin nanocarriers effectively deliver baicalin to hair follicles, promoting hair growth and offering a promising alopecia treatment with fewer side effects.
research Primary cicatricial alopecias are characterized by dysregulation of shared gene expression pathways
Similar treatments might work for different types of scarring hair loss.
research Hair and nail involvement in lupus erythematosus
Lupus can cause hair loss and nail changes, with treatments available for both.
research Dissecting folliculitis (dissecting cellulitis) of the scalp: a 66‐patient case series and proposal of classification
Researchers found that dissecting folliculitis of the scalp is linked to obesity, severity increases with duration and number of nodules, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.
research A review of Janus kinase inhibitor use in scarring alopecia
Janus kinase inhibitors are promising for treating scarring alopecia, but more research is needed for safety and personalized treatments.
research The Use of Natural Ingredients in the Treatment of Alopecias with an Emphasis on Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: A Systematic Review.
Some natural ingredients like onion juice, rosemary oil, and pumpkin seed oil may help with hair growth and reducing hair loss.
research Lichen planopilaris in men: a retrospective clinicopathologic study of 19 patients
Lichen planopilaris in men often involves scalp redness and itching, with some also having hair loss, mucosal lichen planus, or thyroid disease, and treatment improved symptoms in nearly half of the cases.
research Evaluation and Management of the Hair Loss Patient in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should diagnose hair loss by examining the patient and possibly doing tests, and then treat it based on the type, which may prevent permanent hair loss.
research A combination therapy for androgenic alopecia based on quercetin and zinc/copper dual-doped mesoporous silica nanocomposite microneedle patch
The microneedle patch with quercetin, zinc, and copper effectively promotes hair regrowth for androgenic alopecia.
research ALOPECIA ANDROGENÉTICA: MINOXIDIL ORAL VERSUS OUTRAS TERAPIAS MEDICAMENTOSAS
Combining two treatments for hair loss works better than using just one.
research Adjunctive Approaches for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Clinical Review of Nutritional, Light-Based, Topical, and Lifestyle Interventions
A holistic approach, including diet and stress management, may improve androgenetic alopecia treatment outcomes.
research Comparative Effect of Conventional and Non-Conventional Over-the-Counter Treatments for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Network Meta-Analysis Study
Topical minoxidil 5% is the most effective over-the-counter treatment for male hair loss.
research Adjunct Treatment with Platelet-rich Plasma for the Treatment of Inflammatory Alopecia in an Adult Filipino Female with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Platelet-rich plasma injections can help treat hair loss in lupus patients.
research An Overview of Commonly Used Natural Alternatives for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia, with Special Emphasis on Rosemary Oil
Rosemary oil may effectively treat hair loss with fewer side effects, but more research is needed.
research Alopecias: Practical Tips for the Management of Biopsies and Main Diagnostic Clues for General Pathologists and Dermatopathologists
The document concludes that understanding hair follicle histology and the hair cycle is crucial for diagnosing alopecia.
research Alopecia androgenética: uma revisão sobre a resolutividade do tratamento cirúrgico e sua implicação no contexto biopsicossocial do paciente
Hair transplantation improves life quality and self-esteem in men with male pattern baldness.
research Enlarging alopecic patch in an African American woman with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: A case of concomitant tinea incognito
Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment of hair loss.
research Female hair loss
The document concludes that diagnosing female hair loss requires careful examination, with treatments varying by condition and psychological support often necessary.
research Persistent radiation-induced alopecia in patients with central nervous system tumors and head and neck sarcomas.
Radiation therapy with chemotherapy can cause severe, long-lasting hair loss.
research Topical Diclofenac 3% Gel for Actinic Keratosis May Induce Terminal Hair in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Report of Three Cases
Using a gel called Diclofenac can potentially cause hair to grow back in bald spots in older men.
research Vitamin D and Human Health: Lessons from Vitamin D Receptor Null Mice
Mice without the vitamin D receptor have bone issues and other health problems, suggesting vitamin D is important for preventing various diseases in humans.