research Blinding in Placebo-Controlled Trials
The conclusion suggests that the zinc lozenge study is valid despite imperfect blinding, as many participants could not correctly identify their lozenge type.
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research Microneedling plus topical dutasteride solution for androgenetic alopecia: a randomized placebo‐controlled study
Microneedling with topical dutasteride improves hair growth in men with hair loss and is safe to use.
research Evaluating the efficacy of low-level laser-based treatments for androgenetic alopecia: A network meta-analysis
Combining laser therapy with other treatments effectively increases hair density and thickness for hair loss.
research Randomized trial of electrodynamic microneedling combined with 5% minoxidil topical solution for treating androgenetic alopecia in Chinese males and molecular mechanistic study of the involvement of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway
Microneedling with 5% minoxidil improves hair loss in Chinese men by activating Wnt/ß-catenin pathway.
research Postscreening follow-up of the Finnish Prostate Cancer Screening Trial on putative prostate cancer risk factors: vitamin and mineral use, male pattern baldness, pubertal development and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug use
Late puberty may slightly lower prostate cancer risk, baldness is not linked to overall risk but less so with aggressive types, ibuprofen use may increase risk, and vitamins show no effect on risk.
research Randomized trial of electrodynamic microneedle combined with 5% minoxidil topical solution for the treatment of Chinese male Androgenetic alopecia
Combining electrodynamic microneedle with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth and reduces hair loss in Chinese men.
research A randomized double blind, vehicle controlled bilateral comparison study of the efficacy and safety of finasteride 0.5% solution in combination with intense pulsed light in the treatment of facial hirsutism*
Finasteride and intense pulsed light effectively reduce unwanted facial hair in women, but may not be cost-effective.
research Titagen® for total wellness: results from a randomised, placebo controlled clinical study on adults for osteoarthritis, improvement in skin, nail and health
Titagen® improves skin, hair, nail health, and reduces osteoarthritis symptoms safely.
research A randomized, single-blind trial of 5% minoxidil foam once daily versus 2% minoxidil solution twice daily in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in women
5% minoxidil foam once daily works as well as 2% minoxidil solution twice daily for female hair growth and is more convenient.
research Ritlecitinib and brepocitinib demonstrate significant improvement in scalp alopecia areata biomarkers
Two drugs, ritlecitinib and brepocitinib, improved scalp hair loss condition markers.
research Evaluation of the efficacy and safety of topical and oral treatments on hormonal and androgenetic alopecia
The combination of oral finasteride and dutasteride with topical minoxidil effectively promotes new hair growth in most people, with minimal side effects.
research Safety Analysis of Panax Ginseng in Randomized Clinical Trials: A Systematic Review
Panax ginseng is generally safe with mild side effects and may have health benefits, but more research is needed.
research A randomized, investigator-blinded, controlled, split-scalp study of the efficacy and safety of a 1550-nm fractional erbium-glass laser, used in combination with topical 5% minoxidil versus 5% minoxidil alone, for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Laser and minoxidil combo promotes better hair growth than minoxidil alone, safely.
research Treatment Options for Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Oral contraceptives and antiandrogens are effective for treating hirsutism, with antiandrogens being the most effective.
research Intradermal Injection in Balding Region Versus Intramuscular Injection in Surrounding Muscles: A Split-Scalp, Randomized Trial on BoNT for Androgenetic Alopecia
Intramuscular injections improved hair density more than intradermal injections for treating hair loss.
research A randomized, single‐blinded, vehicle‐controlled study of a topical active blend in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Redenyl lotion effectively promotes hair growth and improves quality of life for androgenetic alopecia patients.
research Etrasimod for alopecia areata: The scenario for a less extensive and moderate form
Etrasimod is safe but not effective for severe alopecia areata, though it may help milder cases.
research Acupuncture for treating alopecia areata: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Acupuncture may help with hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
research Evaluating the efficacy and safety of combined microneedling therapy versus topical Minoxidil in androgenetic alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Combined microneedling with minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone but may cause mild side effects.
research Two Cycles of ABVD Followed by Involved Field Radiotherapy with 20 Gray (Gy) is the New Standard of Care in the Treatment of Patients with Early Stage Hodgkin Lymphoma: Final Analysis of the Randomized German Hodgkin Study Group (GHSG) Trial HD10
Two cycles of ABVD chemotherapy followed by 20 Gy radiotherapy is the new standard for early-stage Hodgkin lymphoma due to lower toxicity and similar effectiveness.
research IMPROVEMENT OF ALOPECIA AND DECREASES IN HAIR CORTISOL AND DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE CONCENTRATIONS AFTER THE TOPICAL USE OF PLANT EXTRACTS IN MEN WITH ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
Plant extracts in shampoo improved hair thickness and density in men with hair loss.
research Efficacy of Longdan Xiegan Decoction on the Treatment of Eczema: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Longdan Xiegan decoction is more effective than conventional medicine for treating eczema.
research Vitamin D supplementation for patients with alopecia areata: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis
Vitamin D might help treat alopecia areata.
research INIBIDORES DA JANUS QUINASE PARA O TRATAMENTO DA ALOPECIA AREATA
JAK inhibitors effectively treat severe alopecia areata with manageable side effects.
research Efficacy, safety, and tolerability of dutasteride 0.5 mg once daily in male patients with male pattern hair loss: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase III study
Dutasteride 0.5 mg daily improves hair growth safely in men with hair loss.
research Fibrinogen and LDL apheresis in treatment of sudden hearing loss: a randomised multicentre trial
Fibrinogen/LDL apheresis may improve speech perception in sudden hearing loss, especially for those with high fibrinogen and LDL levels.
research Comparison of flutamide and spironolactone in the treatment of hirsutism: a randomized controlled trial
Flutamide is more effective and has fewer side effects than spironolactone for treating hirsutism.
research Oral isotretinoin for acne
Oral isotretinoin may slightly improve acne but increases the risk of side effects like dry lips and skin; more research is needed to understand its full risks and benefits.
research Integrated safety analysis of baricitinib in adults with severe alopecia areata from two randomized clinical trials
Baricitinib for severe alopecia areata is generally safe, with common side effects like infections and acne, and low rates of serious complications.
research Efficacy of probiotics in hair growth and dandruff control: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Probiotics may help with hair growth and dandruff, but more research is needed.