20 citations
,
February 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps hair regrowth, especially with more indeterminate hairs.
14 citations
,
July 1987 in “Contact Dermatitis” Minoxidil can cause allergic skin reactions in some users.
12 citations
,
July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Minoxidil, applied on the skin or taken orally, can improve hair growth in kids, but more research is needed due to possible side effects.
10 citations
,
February 2016 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Topical minoxidil can cause excessive hair growth in children, so use it carefully.
9 citations
,
September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” The document explains how to do skin procedures, care after surgery, and when to use certain treatments.
1 citations
,
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral clindamycin and rifampicin are the most effective treatments for Folliculitis decalvans.
October 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science Communication and Technology” Minoxidil effectively promotes hair growth, especially in a 5% solution, but requires continuous use.
June 2025 in “Samarra Journal of Pure and Applied Science” A new method accurately measures minoxidil in tablets.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral minoxidil effectively increases hair growth in male baldness but can cause side effects like excessive hair growth and swelling.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral minoxidil improved male baldness, but had side effects; certain antibiotics effectively treated a rare scalp condition; hair transplants might trigger another scalp condition.
53 citations
,
May 1990 in “Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil speeds up hair growth in rats without prolonging growth phase.
18 citations
,
January 2006 in “Analytical Sciences” Method accurately measures minoxidil concentration in medicines.
December 2023 in “JCEM case reports” A new gene variant causes glucocorticoid resistance in a mother and son.
405 citations
,
May 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.
222 citations
,
January 2014 in “International journal of reproductive medicine” Insulin resistance and obesity are key factors in the development and worsening of polycystic ovary syndrome, and lifestyle changes are important for managing it.
104 citations
,
March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps hair growth in 63.6% of alopecia patients, with 27.3% having excellent results.
101 citations
,
March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil solution helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata, with 5% being more effective.
91 citations
,
April 2017 in “Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews” Eating fewer calories, less sugar and refined carbs, and more low-glycemic and omega-3 rich foods can help manage PCOS symptoms.
91 citations
,
May 2005 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” A new mutation in the human glucocorticoid receptor reduces its function and causes resistance to glucocorticoids.
80 citations
,
September 1984 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 5% minoxidil helps hair regrowth in androgenic alopecia.
72 citations
,
January 2001 in “Drugs” Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss; more research needed for other options.
61 citations
,
February 2001 in “American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology” Metabolic syndrome and PCOS are related but separate conditions, with metabolic syndrome increasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
58 citations
,
November 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” SHBG may be a useful early indicator and treatment target for PCOS.
58 citations
,
October 2001 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair loss can indicate underlying systemic diseases and addressing these can sometimes reverse the hair loss.
55 citations
,
August 2008 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” Nonclassic adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic condition that can cause early puberty and fertility problems, treated with specific steroids.
54 citations
,
March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 3% topical minoxidil effectively treats extensive alopecia areata with few side effects.
53 citations
,
May 1995 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Syphilis can cause hair loss that looks like other conditions, but it improves with treatment.
52 citations
,
June 1999 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.
51 citations
,
October 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
48 citations
,
October 1996 in “Dermatologic clinics” Some treatments can help with hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but results vary and long-term use is often needed without changing the disease's outcome.