research 5-α-Reductase inhibitors for prostate cancer chemoprevention: an updated Cochrane systematic review
5-α-reductase inhibitors reduce prostate cancer risk but may cause sexual dysfunction and don't affect high-grade tumor or death rates.
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research A practical guide for the study of human and murine sebaceous glands in situ
The guide explains how to study human and mouse sebaceous glands using various staining and imaging techniques, and emphasizes the need for standardized assessment methods.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
research The Effect of a Very-Low-Calorie Diet (VLCD) vs. a Moderate Energy Deficit Diet in Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)—A Randomised Controlled Trial
A very-low-calorie diet led to more weight loss and health improvements in obese women with PCOS than a moderate energy deficit diet.
research Centella asiatica L. Urb. Extracellular Vesicle and Growth Factor Essence for Hair and Scalp Health: A 56-Day Exploratory Randomized Trial
Centella asiatica with growth factors improves hair and scalp health.
research Clinical evidence for JAK inhibition in alopecia areata: A comprehensive review
JAK inhibitors effectively regrow hair in alopecia areata but hair loss often returns after stopping treatment.
research Characterization of scalp, eyelash and eyebrow hair regrowth in patients with severe alopecia areata randomized to placebo in brave AA1 and brave AA2 trials
Severe alopecia areata patients have a low chance of spontaneous hair regrowth.
research Targeting Superficial or Nodular Basal Cell Carcinoma with Topically Formulated Small Molecule Inhibitor of Smoothened
The topical inhibitor CUR61414 was not effective in treating basal cell carcinoma in human trials.
research Recent updates on Wnt signaling modulators: a patent review (2014-2020)
New patents show progress in developing drugs targeting the Wnt pathway for diseases like cancer and hair loss.
research Editors' Picks
Activin increases skin tumor formation, skin Tregs help hair growth, lymph-node removal doesn't improve melanoma survival, cells can revert to stem cells in wound healing, and skin bacteria produce peptides that may treat infections.
research Feline acne and results of treatment with mupirocin in an open clinical trial: 25 cases (1994–96)
Mupirocin ointment effectively treats feline acne.
research The Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Hair Regrowth: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial
Platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improved hair regrowth and thickness in patients with hair loss.
research Efficacy of different doses of platelet-rich plasma for moderate carpal tunnel syndrome: study protocol for a prospective, randomized, controlled trial in Guangzhou, China
The study aims to find the best platelet-rich plasma dose to relieve moderate carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms.
research Killing Two Birds with One Stone: Oral Tofacitinib Reverses Alopecia Universalis in a Patient with Plaque Psoriasis
A man with severe hair loss and skin disease regrew his hair with no side effects after taking tofacitinib.
research Improvement in Patient‐Reported Emotional Symptoms and Activity Limitations due to Hair Loss in Patients With Alopecia Areata Treated With Ritlecitinib: Additional Analyses From ALLEGRO ‐2b/3
Ritlecitinib improves emotional well-being and activity levels in alopecia areata patients.
research Hair loss following COVID-19 infection - the state of current knowledge and treatment approaches.
COVID-19 can cause hair loss, often treated effectively with a combination of supplements and topical treatments.
research Frontal fibrosing alopecia: state of the art and future directions
The review suggests more research is needed to understand Frontal fibrosing alopecia, a condition causing hairline recession in postmenopausal women.
research Results of Open-Label non-Randomized Comparative Clinical Trial: “BromhexIne and Spironolactone for CoronаvirUs Infection requiring hospiTalization (BISCUIT)
Bromhexine and spironolactone together reduced COVID-19 symptoms and hospitalization time without side effects.
research A marine protein-based dietary supplement for subclinical hair thinning/loss: Results of a multisite, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial
The supplement helps improve hair growth and reduce hair shedding.
research Effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Hair Growth using Artificial Intelligence-based Trichoscopy and Ki67+ Keratinocytes Analysis: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial
PRP significantly boosts hair growth in androgenic alopecia patients.
research Effectiveness of platelet‐rich plasma in treating female hair loss: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials
PRP is an effective and safe treatment for female hair loss.
research Adjuvant eflornithine to maintain IPL ‐induced hair reduction in women with facial hirsutism: a randomized controlled trial
Topical eflornithine helps maintain hair reduction after IPL therapy in women with facial hirsutism.
research Integrating Ayurvedic therapies with minoxidil: a randomized, single-blinded, parallel-controlled trial assessing the efficacy and safety of Traya's customized approach for treating male androgenetic alopecia
Combining Ayurvedic therapies with minoxidil is more effective for hair growth in men than using minoxidil alone.
research Adenosine as an Active Ingredient in Topical Preparations Against Hair Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Published Clinical Trials
Adenosine may help with hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Comparative Study of a Topical and Oral Combination Therapy Containing Oleanolic Acid, Apigenin, and Biotinyl Tripeptide-1 in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Prospective, Open-Label Trial
The combination therapy improved hair growth and thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia.
research Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of a Wearable Electrotrichogenic Device in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Sham-Controlled Trial
The device improved hair growth and thickness in men without side effects.
research Efficacy of Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma alone or in Combination with a Lotion Containing Growth-Factor like Polypeptides and Taurine in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: A Randomized, Prospective, AssessorBlinded Trial
Combining PRP with a special lotion is more effective for hair loss than PRP alone.
research The effect and mechanism of YH0618 granule on chemotherapy- induced hair loss in patients with breast cancer: study protocol for a randomized, double-blind, multi-center clinical trial
YH0618 granule may help prevent hair loss in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
research Effects of supplementation with two probiotic strains (Lactobacillus helveticus and Bifidobacterium longum) on hormonal status, oxidative stress, and clinical symptoms in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a randomized clinical trial
Probiotic supplements may help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in women with PCOS.
research Secondary Cicatricial and other Permanent Alopecias
The document concludes that permanent hair loss conditions are complex, require early specific treatments, and "secondary permanent alopecias" might be a more accurate term than "secondary cicatricial alopecia."