January 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Up to 10% of hair loss patients might have early signs of a condition called Lichen Planopilaris.
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June 2005 in “American Journal of Human Genetics” Genetic variation in the androgen receptor gene mainly causes early-onset hair loss, with maternal inheritance playing a key role.
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March 2022 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science” Men with androgenetic alopecia and hypertension may experience more severe COVID-19.
January 2015 in “Journal of Cytology and Histology” Hair loss in Androgenetic Alopecia is not caused by damage to follicular stem cells.
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January 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” COVID-19 diagnosis is linked to new or worsening hair diseases, with stress from the pandemic likely contributing.
February 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” SEREVELLE safely and effectively promotes hair growth in adults with thinning hair.
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October 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Certain microRNAs are more common in balding areas and might be involved in male pattern baldness.
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May 2010 in “Hautarzt” Different hormones affect hair growth and conditions, with some causing hair loss and others promoting it.
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May 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Microneedling with 5% minoxidil improves hair loss in Chinese men by activating Wnt/ß-catenin pathway.
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December 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.
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July 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy” Hormone therapy increases facial and body hair in transgender men, while hair removal improves well-being in transgender women, but cost is a barrier as insurance often doesn't cover it. Dermatologists can use various treatments for these hair issues.
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August 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” COVID-19 can cause hair loss, and treatments like PRP and stem cells might help.
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January 2023 in “International Journal of Biological Sciences” A specific pathway involving AR, miR-221, and IGF-1 plays a key role in causing common hair loss.
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December 2020 in “Medical lasers” The laser therapy device effectively increased hair growth in people with androgenetic alopecia.
June 2026 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring male pattern hair loss.
January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Low-level laser therapy is a safe and effective long-term treatment for hair loss, improving hair density and thickness.
Recent research on androgenetic alopecia focuses on optimizing treatments, with promising new therapies emerging.
January 2024 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Taking finasteride every other month can still help with hair loss but may be less effective over time compared to taking it daily.
November 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Saw palmetto extract reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in people with hair thinning.
January 2019 in “Chulalongkorn Medical Journal” Using a special laser and platelet-rich plasma together is safe and improves hair growth in men with hair loss.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Cutaneous lupus patients have higher levels of certain immune cells in their blood and skin.
March 1997 in “Hair transplant forum international” Manfred Lucas, MD, lived from 1938 to 1997.
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January 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Possible link between COVID-19 and hair loss; more research needed.
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January 2018 in “Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” Androgenetic alopecia is significantly linked to metabolic syndrome.
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March 2014 in “Turkderm” Hair loss in men can be slowed or reversed with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but it resumes if treatment stops. It may also indicate early heart disease and obesity.
January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” Microneedling with PRP is as effective and safe as minoxidil+finasteride for treating hair loss.
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December 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Laser treatment can stimulate hair growth for male pattern hair loss.
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February 2012 in “Experimental Dermatology” No link found between specific genes and female pattern hair loss.
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January 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Most white Spanish women have a widow's peak, and their hairline measurements could help in hair restoration surgery.