research The use of oral pioglitazone in the treatment of lichen planopilaris
Pioglitazone may help treat lichen planopilaris, but more research is needed.
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840-870 / 1000+ resultsresearch Milestones in Photocarcinogenesis
UV radiation causes skin cancer, but sunscreens and certain drugs can help prevent it.
research Hair Regeneration Effects of Lespedeza bicolor Extract In Vivo and In Vitro
Lespedeza bicolor extract promotes hair growth and increases hair follicle cell growth, potentially making it a better treatment than minoxidil.
research The use of platelet‐rich plasma in wound healing and vitiligo: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may improve healing in chronic wounds and vitiligo and promote hair regrowth, but more research is needed.
research Management of hair loss after severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection: Insight into the pathophysiology with implication for better management
Hair loss is a frequent long-term effect of COVID-19, and oral minoxidil is the most common effective treatment.
research Mesotherapy vs PRP: Hair loss
PRP generally shows better results for hair regrowth than mesotherapy, but more research is needed.
research Effectiveness of motion-graphic video for informed consent in patients undergoing platelet-rich plasma therapy for androgenetic alopecia: a randomized controlled study
Motion-graphic videos improve patient understanding more than verbal explanations for platelet-rich plasma therapy.
research Evaluation of the activity of laser light doses compared to an inactive control dose on ex vivo hair growth
Low-level laser therapy increased hair growth compared to no treatment.
research Health Freaks on Trial: Duct Tape, Bull Semen and the Call of Television
Unconventional home remedies can sometimes show surprising results.
research A Randomized Controlled, Single-Observer Blinded Study on the Safety and Efficacy of a Combination of 678nm Helmet-Type Low-level Laser Therapy and Topical Minoxidil 5% Versus Topical Minoxidil 5% Alone in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Using a laser helmet with Minoxidil works better for male hair loss than Minoxidil alone, with no extra side effects.
research Discussion of “A hybrid phase I‐II/III clinical trial design allowing dose re‐optimization in phase III” by Andrew G. Chapple and Peter F. Thall
The new clinical trial design is promising but needs real-world trials to test its effectiveness and possible enhancements.
research A randomized, placebo- and active-controlled, parallel-group, multicenter, investigator-blinded study of four treatment regimens of posaconazole in adults with toenail onychomycosis
Posaconazole is a promising new treatment for toenail fungus.
research Dermatologic Implications of Glycemic Control Medications for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Glycemic control medications for Type 2 diabetes can affect skin conditions like psoriasis.
research A randomized placebo-controlled multicentre study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of finasteride for male chronic pelvic pain syndrome (category IIIA chronic nonbacterial prostatitis).
Finasteride may help some male chronic pelvic pain patients, but more research needed.
research Randomized comparison of topical betamethasone valerate foam, intralesional triamcinolone acetonide and tacrolimus ointment in management of localized alopecia areata
Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is the most effective treatment for localized alopecia areata.
research A randomized placebo-controlled single-center pilot study of the safety and efficacy of apremilast in subjects with moderate-to-severe alopecia areata
Apremilast was not effective in treating moderate-to-severe alopecia areata.
research Immunological control of skin development: from homeostasis to developmental pathologies
Immune cells are crucial for normal skin development and their dysfunction can cause skin disorders.
research Efficacy of Placental-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell Exosome Therapy in Treating Androgenetic Alopecia: A Clinical Trial Study
Placental stem cell exosome therapy improves hair growth and reduces hair loss.
research A randomised, open label comparative study of hydroxychloroquine with betamethasone oral mini pulse in the management of patients with alopecia areata
Hydroxychloroquine is less effective than betamethasone oral mini pulse therapy for treating alopecia areata.
research HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis in transgender women: a subgroup analysis of the iPrEx trial
PrEP for HIV is less effective in transgender women mainly due to low adherence to the treatment.
research Reduction of telogen rate and increase of hair density in androgenetic alopecia by a cosmetic product: Results of a randomized, prospective, vehicle‐controlled double‐blind study in men
Cosmetic foam product reduces hair loss and increases hair density in men.
research Prospective randomized study of sexual function in men taking dutasteride for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Dutasteride safely treats hair loss without harming sexual function.
research Priorities for efficacy trials of gender-affirming hormone therapy with estrogen: collaborative design and results of a community survey
Future hormone therapy trials should match the diverse needs and priorities of the gender-diverse community.
research Surrogate end-points or primary outcomes in clinical trials in women with polycystic ovary syndrome?
The document suggests that clinical trials for PCOS should focus on meaningful primary outcomes like live birth rates, rather than less reliable surrogate markers.
research An Open-Label Randomized Multicenter Study Assessing the Noninferiority of a Caffeine-Based Topical Liquid 0.2% versus Minoxidil 5% Solution in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Caffeine-based liquid 0.2% is as effective as minoxidil 5% for treating male hair loss.
research A randomized blinded retrospective study: the combined use of micro-needling technique, low-level laser therapy and autologous non-activated platelet-rich plasma improves hair re-growth in patients with androgenic alopecia
Using micro-needling, low-level laser therapy, and platelet-rich plasma together significantly improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
research Guidelines for clinical trials of frontal fibrosing alopecia: consensus recommendations from the International FFA Cooperative Group (IFFACG)*
Experts agreed on guidelines to improve research on Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.
research Weight loss regimens that control for carbohydrate quality or quantity: a review
Low-glycemic index diets are beneficial for weight loss and satiety, but more research is needed on long-term effects and individualized approaches are recommended.
research AB0442 Real-life experience with belimumab in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE): control of disease activity and flares in a multicenter cohort
Belimumab effectively controls SLE disease activity and reduces steroid use.
research Clinical Trials and Hair Loss
Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.