27 citations
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June 2017 in “Expert opinion on investigational drugs” New anti-acne medications are being tested to offer alternatives to current treatments.
February 2014 in “PubMed” Effective treatments exist only for certain types of hair loss, and many hair loss treatments do not guarantee significant improvement.
182 citations
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October 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The 2003 guidelines suggest that while some treatments can regrow hair in alopecia areata, none alter the disease's progression, and wigs may be the best option for extensive hair loss.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” Surgical treatments for vitiligo are safe and effective for some patients.
May 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” More personalized and effective treatments for androgenetic alopecia are needed.
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January 2021 in “Journal of dermatology & cosmetology” Current alopecia treatments manage symptoms but don't cure, and better treatments are needed.
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November 2011 in “Photodermatology Photoimmunology & Photomedicine” Narrowband UVB phototherapy alone is not very effective for treating alopecia areata.
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May 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Minoxidil and finasteride are the best for non-scarring hair loss; more research is needed for scarring hair loss treatments.
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Hair pulling disorder is treated with therapy and medication; hair loss from tension can be reversed if caught early.
Doctors recommend postoperative radiation for male breast cancer, advise against testosterone for vasomotor symptoms post-adrenalectomy, suggest non-hormonal treatments for atrophic vaginitis after mastectomy, note no specific treatment for anticoagulant-induced hair loss, and call for more research on silicosis from silicon carbide exposure.
January 2025 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Pediatric alopecia areata needs better treatments and psychological support.
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September 2018 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” No systemic treatment for alopecia areata has strong evidence of effectiveness.
September 2025 in “Journal of Natural Remedies” Herbal drugs show promise for treating alopecia with fewer side effects, but standardization is challenging.
November 2023 in “Journal of Student Research” New treatments like low-level laser therapy, platelet-rich plasma therapy, and micro needling show positive results for hair regrowth in people with genetic hair loss.
January 2026 in “Open Science Framework” Some off-label treatments may be effective for male pattern baldness.
July 2016 in “Indiana Magazine of History (Indiana University)” A combination of dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, acupuncture, and herbal treatment improved hair growth by 70%.
Children with alopecia areata need supportive care and off-label treatments due to a lack of approved options.
68 citations
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July 2016 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Light and laser therapies show promise for treating Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, but more research is needed.
November 2024 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Light-based therapies show promise as safe treatments for hair loss.
Alternative treatments with nutrients, minerals, and vitamins are being explored for safer hair loss management.
December 2024 in “Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences” Natural treatments for alopecia are gaining interest due to fewer side effects.
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January 2010 in “SRX Pharmacology” Bupropion SR may help treat trichotillomania.
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June 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” Old neuropharmacological drugs might be effective for treating inflammatory skin diseases.
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January 2005 in “Treatments in Endocrinology”
November 2025 in “Věda a perspektivy” Treating alopecia effectively requires combining medical, cosmetic, and barbering methods for both physical and emotional well-being.
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December 2023 in “Prostate International” Medications for BPH can have significant side effects, so understanding these risks is important for treatment decisions.
September 2017 in “Eureka, Health Sciences/Eureka, Health Sciences.” Chronotherapy is more effective than traditional treatment for alopecia areata.
August 2001 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Prednisone has risks for lupus patients, isotretinoin is safe for mental health, transplant patients risk skin cancer, and various treatments are effective for specific skin conditions.
Effective treatments for hirsutism include antiandrogens, finasteride, eflornithine, and various hair removal methods.