research Hirsutism and virilisation.
Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.
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research Follicular Density and Ratios in Scarring and Nonscarring Alopecia
Nonscarring alopecia has higher hair density than scarring alopecia, and hair density can help diagnose the type of alopecia.
research Review of factors affecting the growth and survival of follicular grafts.
Optimal storage solutions and effective additives are crucial for improving the survival of hair transplant grafts.
research Female pattern hair loss possibly caused by tamoxifen: Androgen receptor expression in the outer root sheath in the affected area
Tamoxifen may cause female hair loss by increasing androgen receptor expression.
research STRIAA (Severity TRichoscopy Index Alopecia Areata): Validation of a Novel Trichoscopic Tool for Evaluation of Alopecia Areata
The STRIAA tool helps doctors quickly and effectively assess the severity of Alopecia Areata.
research Finasteride in Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride treats hair loss but may cause side effects like low libido and dizziness.
research Alopecia: managing the basics
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update of Treatment Options
Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
research Androgenetic alopecia in men and women
Androgenetic alopecia involves genetics, hormones, and can be treated with medications or surgery.
research Molecular basis of androgenetic alopecia: From androgen to paracrine mediators through dermal papilla
Male pattern baldness involves hormones and cell signals affecting hair growth.
research Topical minoxidil in the treatment of alopecia areata.
Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in alopecia patients, with 16 having good results and no side effects.
research Hair and scalp disorders in ethnic populations
Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
research The genetics of androgenetic alopecia
Genes and hormones cause hair loss, with four genes contributing equally.
research RU 58841, a new specific topical antiandrogen: A candidate of choice for the treatment of acne, androgenetic alopecia and hirsutism
RU 58841 may treat acne, hair loss, and excessive hair growth.
research Dermoscopic evaluation of therapeutic response to an intralesional corticosteroid in the treatment of alopecia areata
Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is effective for treating patchy hair loss, and dermoscopy helps detect treatment response and side effects early.
research Finasteride Treatment of Hair Loss in Women
Finasteride may help some women with hair loss, but better options exist.
research Expression of androgen receptor coactivator ARA70/ELE1 in androgenic alopecia
The protein ARA70/ELE1 is involved in male pattern baldness, and lower levels of its short form may lead to hair thinning.
research Hair loss at injection sites of mesotherapy for alopecia
Mesotherapy for hair loss can sometimes cause more hair loss and scarring.
research The Annual Changes of Clinical Manifestation of Androgenetic Alopecia Clinic in Korean Males and Females: A Outpatient-Based Study
AGA increased yearly, type I most common, and family history and seborrheic dermatitis often linked.
research A Systemic Review on Topical Marketed Formulations, Natural Products, and Oral Supplements to Prevent Androgenic Alopecia: A Review
Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.
research Serum biotin and zinc in male androgenetic alopecia
Low zinc and biotin levels linked to male hair loss; supplements may help.
research Anticytokine therapy, particularly anti-IFN-γ, in Th1-mediated autoimmune diseases
Blocking interferon-gamma might help treat various autoimmune diseases.
research A prostaglandind-synthase-positive mast cell gradient characterizes scalp patterning
Certain immune cells are more common on the top of the head and might help predict or treat common hair loss.
research Automated digital image analysis (TrichoScan) in male patients with androgenetic alopecia; comparison with manual marking of hairs on trichoscopic images
TrichoScan needs optimization as it underestimated hair density by 38.9% compared to manual counting.
research Hair in health and disease: an introduction
Hair health depends on various factors and hair loss can significantly affect a person's well-being; understanding hair biology is key for creating effective hair care treatments.
research Trichogenic effect of topical ketoconazole versus minoxidil 2% in female pattern hair loss: a clinical and trichoscopic evaluation
Minoxidil works faster, but ketoconazole is a safer alternative for female hair loss.
research Chemotherapy-induced alopecia: A novel observation
Some patients' hair grew back black and white after chemotherapy.
research Low-level laser therapy for androgenic alopecia
Low-level laser therapy may increase hair density in pattern hair loss.
research Hirsutism: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.
research Superficial Cryotherapy Versus Intralesional Corticosteroid Injection In Alopecia Areata: A Comparative Clinical And Dermoscopic Study
Cryotherapy and steroid injections are similarly effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.