8 citations
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April 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Applying 5% minoxidil to fingernails can significantly increase their growth rate.
6 citations
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October 2018 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Low-level laser therapy using near-infrared light may help heart conditions and promote healing by releasing nitric oxide.
6 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research” Topical minoxidil might potentially cause vision problems, but more research is needed.
5 citations
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October 1993 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Topical minoxidil is effective and safe for hair regrowth in Middle Eastern men with early baldness, with better results in younger patients and certain types of baldness.
4 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” Using isotretinoin gel and minoxidil solution together effectively regrows hair in most people with patchy hair loss.
4 citations
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June 2013 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Minoxidil improved rat skin flap survival but was less effective than surgical methods.
2 citations
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October 2025 in “Discover Immunity.” Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune disease causing hair loss, with no cure yet, but research may lead to new treatments.
1 citations
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April 2025 in “Romanian Journal of Ophthalmology” Minoxidil might cause eye issues, so early detection is important.
1 citations
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August 2019 in “Pediatric dermatology” Topical minoxidil helped an 8-year-old boy with a genetic hair disorder grow hair.
1 citations
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January 2010 Mesotherapy is more effective than topical spray for female hair loss treatment.
December 2024 in “International Journal of Scientific Reports” The plant-based hair serum is a promising and safe alternative to minoxidil for hair regrowth.
November 2024 in “Global Journal of Human-Social Science” Most people with metabolic syndrome in Brazil have skin issues, especially if they are morbidly obese.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” Minoxidil can help regrow hair in people with alopecia areata.
September 2023 in “Translational medicine reports” Minoxidil ingestion can raise liver enzyme levels.
September 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” People with advanced chronic kidney disease often have skin problems, which can be treated with various medications and procedures to improve their quality of life.
January 2015 in “Elsevier eBooks” Nanocarriers like liposomes and cyclodextrins improve how angiotensin-(1-7) is delivered in the body.
October 2019 in “Turkderm” Patients with pernio have lower vitamin B12 and ferritin levels than healthy people.
April 2014 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Mesotherapy with natural extracts and vitamins can improve hair loss and promote regrowth in most women.
March 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology” Various medicinal plants like Polygonum multiflorum, Red ginseng extract, and Zizyphus jujuba can potentially treat hair loss, offering benefits like low cost and multiple ways of working. Other effective natural substances include Pygeum africanum, Seneroa, Urtica dioica, and more.
63 citations
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January 1984 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Minoxidil promotes hair growth by increasing cell division and DNA synthesis.
November 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Limelight (CB-EVs) safely promotes hair growth.
85 citations
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January 2007 in “Journal of Drug Targeting” Liposomes better deliver minoxidil for hair loss treatment than niosomes.
72 citations
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July 2014 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Some treatments, like corticosteroids and sensitizing agents, can help with alopecia areata, but more high-quality research is needed.
51 citations
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October 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
43 citations
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November 2007 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair and nail changes can indicate health issues, including cancer and side effects from cancer treatments.
34 citations
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October 2011 in “Pathology Research International” Behçet's Disease may be caused by genetic and environmental factors leading to abnormal immune responses, and stress management and new treatments could improve patient outcomes.
34 citations
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April 2009 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Minoxidil affects cell growth in two ways: low doses increase growth, while high doses slow it down and can be toxic.
14 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Some nonsurgical hair loss treatments are effective, especially if started early.
6 citations
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September 1988 in “Drug intelligence & clinical pharmacy” Minoxidil caused a severe rash in a patient, which improved after stopping the drug.
4 citations
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Some skin diseases may indicate a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and related health issues.