Frontal fibrosing alopecia in men is often misdiagnosed and needs better diagnostic criteria and treatments.
January 2025 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss but may affect male fertility and should be used cautiously.
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September 2015 in “PubMed” Alopecia areata can be managed with various treatments, and severe cases should be referred to dermatologists.
February 2026 in “Health Science Reports” Understanding acne medication chemistry helps doctors treat acne better.
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January 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mutations in the KLHL24 gene cause skin blistering in epidermolysis bullosa simplex.
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January 2014 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Many infants in Northern Ethiopia have zinc deficiency.
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March 2021 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine” Treating hair loss in both men and women is effective and improves quality of life.
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August 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” The document concludes that it's important to recognize and treat hair loss in women of color, considering their unique hair characteristics and psychological impact.
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March 2024 in “Applied Physiology Nutrition and Metabolism” Interval training is better for heart and metabolic health in reproductive-aged females than regular moderate exercise.
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April 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Different methods, including stress management, healthy diet, supplements, and treatments like minoxidil, can help hair grow back after COVID-19 related hair loss.
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July 2023 in “JAAD Case Reports” A woman with a type of hair loss saw hair regrowth after two months of taking baricitinib.
March 2026 in “Mini-Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry” Oral minoxidil can be improved for hair loss treatment with personalized strategies and new technologies.
October 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Iron balance is crucial for skin health, affecting conditions like psoriasis and hair loss.
February 2024 in “Medical mycology case reports” Unusual fungal structures were found in a boy's scalp infection, successfully treated with medication.
A patient with patchy hair loss was successfully treated for Tumid Lupus Erythematosus after other treatments failed.
November 2012 in “Annales de Dermatologie et de Vénéréologie” Frontal fibrosing alopecia can occur in children, not just postmenopausal women.
Pediatric androgenetic alopecia is underrecognized, and clinical evaluation is crucial for diagnosis, with potential treatments including minoxidil and finasteride.
June 2003 in “Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey” Hair loss in women can be treated with hormone therapy.
September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Common hair loss can be diagnosed with a physical exam and sometimes a hair test or skin biopsy, and treated with medication or surgery, with ongoing treatment needed to keep results.
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November 2009 in “Calcified tissue international” A genetic mutation caused severe rickets and alopecia in an Indian patient, but high-dose calcium and phosphate treatment improved their condition.
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April 2020 in “Andrology” Testosterone replacement therapy, especially intramuscular, raises PSA levels, but no overall link between PSA and testosterone was found except in non-BPH patients.
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February 2016 in “International Journal of Cancer” Topical vasoconstrictors do not reduce chemotherapy effectiveness against leukemia in mice.
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Trichology” The article concludes that treating hair loss requires careful research, understanding the causes, and personalized treatment plans.
Vitamin supplements may not improve hair thickness or density in patients with non-scarring hair loss.
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February 2001 in “Annals of Pharmacotherapy” No specific treatment for postpartum hair loss is proven effective.
December 2025 in “JMIR Dermatology” Topical finasteride is well-tolerated and satisfies most users with minimal side effects.
October 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Conventional treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil are effective for male hair loss, with some alternative treatments also showing promise.
July 2025 in “Journal of Ayurveda Case Reports” Ayurvedic treatment significantly improved hair regrowth in a child with Alopecia Universalis.
May 2025 in “Italian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Start with minoxidil and finasteride for male hair loss; other options exist if needed.
Janus kinase inhibitors are the most supported treatment for pediatric alopecia areata, while other options have limited evidence.