research Alopecia Areata: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update
Some treatments, like corticosteroids and sensitizing agents, can help with alopecia areata, but more high-quality research is needed.
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research Iron deficiency in female pattern hair loss, chronic telogen effluvium, and control groups
Iron deficiency common in women, not always linked to hair loss; more research needed.
research Follicular Transplantation
Careful planning and patient counseling can lead to excellent hair transplant results, often in one or two sessions.
research Vertical and transverse sections of alopecia biopsy specimens: Combining the two to maximize diagnostic yield
Using both vertical and transverse sections for alopecia biopsies improves diagnosis without extra cost.
research Persistent Sexual Dysfunction and Suicidal Ideation in Young Men Treated with Low-Dose Finasteride: A Pharmacovigilance Study
Low-dose finasteride may cause lasting sexual dysfunction and suicidal thoughts in young men.
research Endocrine Therapy–Induced Alopecia in Patients With Breast Cancer
Hair loss from hormone therapy in breast cancer patients can be improved with minoxidil treatment.
research Specific dermatologic features of the polycystic ovary syndrome and its association with biochemical markers of the metabolic syndrome and hyperandrogenism
Hirsutism is a strong sign of high male hormones and metabolic problems in women with PCOS, but acne and hair loss are not.
research Long-Term Epilation Using the EpiLight Broad Band, Intense Pulsed Light Hair Removal System
The EpiLight Hair Removal System removed about 60% of hair with some side effects, and more research is needed to confirm long-term effectiveness.
research The Aesthetics of Follicular Transplantation
The document concludes that good cosmetic outcomes in hair transplantation depend on the surgeon's artistic skill and careful planning.
research Janus Kinase Inhibitors for the Treatment of Severe Alopecia Areata: An Open-Label Comparative Study
Both ruxolitinib and tofacitinib are effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata, but relapses are common.
research Clinical evaluation of alopecias using a handheld dermatoscope
A handheld dermatoscope helps diagnose different types of hair loss effectively.
research Receiver operating characteristic analysis of the performance of basal serum hormone profiles for the diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome in epidemiological studies
Low SHBG and high FAI, FT, and DHEAS levels are effective in identifying PCOS.
research The Therapeutic Effect and the Changed Serum Zinc Level after Zinc Supplementation in Alopecia Areata Patients Who Had a Low Serum Zinc Level
Zinc supplements increased zinc levels in some hair loss patients but didn't significantly improve hair growth.
research Dermatoscopic features of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
Researchers found a white halo around hair in most patients with a specific type of hair loss, which helps in early diagnosis and treatment.
research 5 mg/day finasteride treatment for normoandrogenic Asian women with female pattern hair loss
Finasteride improves hair density and thickness in women with hair loss.
research Acute diffuse and total alopecia: A new subtype of alopecia areata with a favorable prognosis
A new type of rapid hair loss called ADTA usually gets better on its own within 6 months.
research Eosinophils in fibrous tracts and near hair bulbs: A helpful diagnostic feature of alopecia areata
Finding eosinophils near hair bulbs helps diagnose alopecia areata.
research Factors Associated with Severity of Alopecia Areata
More research is needed to understand alopecia areata severity.
research Promotional Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Hair Follicle Reconstitution in vivo
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) increases the number of new hair follicles and speeds up hair formation.
research Comparison of Diane 35 and Diane 35 plus finasteride in the treatment of hirsutism
Diane 35 plus finasteride is more effective for treating hirsutism.
research The structural and functional aspects of hair cell regeneration in the chick as a result of exposure to intense sound
Chickens exposed to loud noise can quickly regain hearing mostly due to repair of the tectorial membrane, not just hair cell regeneration.
research Use of Condensed Nanofat Combined With Fat Grafts to Treat Atrophic Scars
Condensed nanofat with fat grafts effectively improves atrophic facial scars.
research Tinea genitalis: a new entity of sexually transmitted infection? Case series and review of the literature
Sexual activity can spread T. interdigitale, needing quick antifungal treatment to avoid permanent scarring.
research A 12-week treatment with the long-acting glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist liraglutide leads to significant weight loss in a subset of obese women with newly diagnosed polycystic ovary syndrome
Liraglutide caused significant weight loss in some obese women with PCOS, especially those with severe obesity and insulin resistance.
research Relationship of the metabolic syndrome and obesity to polycystic ovary syndrome: A controlled, population-based study
Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
research A Mechanistic Model of Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP treatment may stimulate hair growth by promoting blood vessel formation, increasing growth factors, and preventing cell death.
research Apoptosis and cutaneous biology
Apoptosis is crucial for healthy skin and treating skin diseases.
research High prevalence of chronic thyroiditis in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome
People with polycystic ovary syndrome have a higher chance of having chronic thyroiditis.
research The Ethnic Differences of the Damage of Hair and Integral Hair Lipid after Ultra Violet Radiation
Asian hair is more resistant to UV damage due to higher lipid content.
research Hair care practices and their association with scalp and hair disorders in African American girls
Certain hairstyles and less hair oil use in African American girls can lead to scalp conditions like traction alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis.