1 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of personalized medicine” Hormonal imbalances during menopause may significantly contribute to Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.
September 2017 in “Journal of Dermatology & Cosmetology” Hepatitis C treatment may cause frontal fibrosing alopecia.
8 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The review suggests there's no agreed treatment for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, but hydroxychloroquine and 5a-reductase inhibitors are most effective. New treatments like platelet-rich plasma and LED light could help if standard treatments fail.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” Early diagnosis and quick treatment improve life quality for FFA patients.
8 citations
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September 2011 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Most treatments for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia are ineffective, but early anti-inflammatory therapy may help and the condition may stabilize over time.
January 2008 in “Journal für Kardiologie (Krause & Pachernegg GmbH)” Healthy aging can be promoted through physical activity, lifestyle changes, and certain treatments.
92 citations
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October 2002 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride improves hair loss in women with hyperandrogenism.
116 citations
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September 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss occurs due to fewer papillary cells, smaller follicles, and shorter growth phases.
31 citations
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April 2010 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Frontal fibrosing alopecia can cause sudden hair loss on limbs, similar to scalp hair loss.
7 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Camouflaging agents like hair fibers and wigs significantly improve appearance and self-esteem for most hair loss patients.
1 citations
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July 2016 in “Prescriber” Minoxidil and spironolactone slow hair loss in women.
203 citations
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December 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Early diagnosis and treatment, using finasteride, minoxidil, or hair transplantation, improves hair loss outcomes.
147 citations
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January 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Laser device increases hair density, safe for treating hair loss in men and women.
73 citations
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November 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Some women with common hair loss may develop permanent hair loss.
69 citations
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February 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Some hair loss can be treated, especially in women due to nutrition, but some types remain untreatable.
43 citations
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October 2003 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair transplanting is a useful, often overlooked treatment for female pattern hair loss.
17 citations
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November 2012 in “Maturitas” The conclusion is that proper evaluation and treatment of hair loss in midlife women is important, considering the emotional impact and potential for various treatments.
17 citations
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September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of tissue samples and understanding of clinical symptoms.
16 citations
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June 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Over 50% of women over 50 experience hair loss, with minoxidil being the only proven effective treatment.
15 citations
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May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Treat pattern hair loss with finasteride and topical minoxidil.
13 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Minoxidil works faster and is more cost-effective for treating hair loss, but platelet-rich plasma microneedling can be an alternative for those who can't use minoxidil.
10 citations
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September 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hormonal factors may affect female hair loss, needing further research and treatment ideas.
5 citations
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February 2017 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Scarring hair loss found in female pattern; biopsy needed for diagnosis.
5 citations
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January 2016 in “Dermatology” No significant link between CAG repeat numbers and female pattern hair loss in Han Chinese population.
5 citations
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October 1984 in “The BMJ” Up to 50% of scalp hair can be lost before it appears thin, and treatment is only needed for hair loss caused by diseases or deficiencies.
4 citations
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May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair transplantation helps women with hair loss; understanding and empathy lead to happy patients.
3 citations
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May 2002 in “Therapeutische Umschau” The document concluded that cyproterone acetate and minoxidil are effective for female hair loss, and a supportive doctor-patient relationship is important.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences” TrichoScan effectively diagnoses different types of hair loss and is linked to low iron stores in patients.
1 citations
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August 2023 in “Cutis” Low ferritin levels can indicate iron deficiency as a cause of hair loss.
1 citations
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August 2013 in “Journal of the National Cancer Institute” Early hair loss may increase the risk of prostate cancer, especially in African American men and those with frontal baldness.