35 citations
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August 2004 in “Epilepsy & behavior” Extended-release divalproex is better tolerated and more effective for seizures and psychiatric symptoms than delayed-release divalproex, but doesn't reduce hair loss.
18 citations
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November 2016 in “International clinical psychopharmacology” Inositol was not more effective than a placebo in treating trichotillomania.
11 citations
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November 2021 in “BMJ Open” People with alopecia areata have higher rates of mental health issues, autoimmune diseases, and infections.
11 citations
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February 2003 in “Baillière's best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology/Baillière's best practice and research in clinical obstetrics and gynaecology” Acne and increased body hair in teenage girls are normal but severe cases may need hormone evaluation and treatment can prevent diabetes linked to PCO.
10 citations
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July 2023 in “The Neuroscience Journal of Shefaye Khatam” Vitamin E and C may help slow Alzheimer's and Parkinson's progression.
5 citations
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January 2021 in “Veterinary dermatology” Low-level laser therapy did not reduce licking or improve lesions in dogs with ALD but did increase hair growth.
5 citations
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November 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
3 citations
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May 2024 in “Amino Acids” Disrupted cysteine metabolism may cause hair breakage in Alopecia Areata, suggesting potential treatments like N-acetylcysteine.
2 citations
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March 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Azathioprine can cause unusual hair loss, which may reverse after stopping the drug.
1 citations
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December 2014 Some drugs have gained approval for new uses, while others like tricyclic antidepressants and aspirin show promise but aren't yet approved for these uses.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Alopecia areata in Taiwan has a high disease burden and needs better research and diagnostic criteria.
January 2023 in “European endocrinology” People with alopecia have a higher risk of thyroid cancer.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Early treatment of children's hair loss, which can be caused by various factors, is important due to its emotional impact.
Off-label drug use can be risky but sometimes beneficial when standard treatments fail.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that there are various causes and treatments for hair loss, with hair transplantation being a notable option.
January 2012 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Iron deficiency is not more common in women with hair loss, and neurogenic rosacea may need different treatment.
51 citations
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November 2005 in “Journal of Medical Primatology” Alopecia in captive rhesus macaques is affected by season, sex, age, housing, and stress, with complex links between stress hormones and hair loss.
9 citations
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January 2018 in “American Journal of Men's Health” Finasteride use can cause lasting negative effects like sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and cognitive issues.
December 2024 in “Australian Journal of General Practice” The woman's hair loss pattern doesn't match typical conditions like alopecia areata or female pattern hair loss.
67 citations
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March 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Alopecia areata greatly harms quality of life, causing emotional and social issues.
21 citations
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November 2018 in “Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology” Women with PCOS have more emotional and body image issues than healthy women.
15 citations
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January 2017 in “Experimental Neurology” Finasteride reduces movement issues in Parkinson's disease rats.
2 citations
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October 2022 in “Frontiers in genetics” Late diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia can greatly affect physical development, gender identity, and sexual health.
1 citations
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January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
New-onset fibromyalgia after COVID-19 is poorly understood, needing better definitions and studies.
July 2012 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of nonscarring alopecias can improve quality of life and hair regrowth is possible as the hair follicle remains intact.
December 2019 in “Mehmet Akif Ersoy Üniversitesi Sağlık Bilimleri Enstitüsü dergisi” One cat with low thyroid hormone had growth issues, and another with high thyroid hormone had skin problems; both got better with treatment.
1 citations
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January 2014 in “Springer eBooks” Adult acne is more common in women, often linked to hormones, and can be harder to treat.
21 citations
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May 1996 in “Current problems in dermatology” Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.