5 citations
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May 1994 in “Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America” Minoxidil was promising for treating male and female pattern baldness in 1994, but more research on genetics and other treatments was needed.
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December 2020 in “Giornale italiano di dermatologia e venereologia” Italian guidelines recommend using trichoscopy for diagnosis and treatments like minoxidil for hair loss.
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June 2007 in “PubMed” Effective management of PCOS includes lifestyle changes, medication for menstrual regulation, fertility treatments, and cosmetic issue remedies.
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October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Pattern hair loss is mainly caused by genetics and hormones, with limited effective treatments available.
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January 2017 Personalized treatment is crucial for women with hyperandrogenism-related acne and hirsutism.
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January 2012 in “Journal of metabolic syndrome” The document concludes that hirsutism can be managed with various treatments tailored to the individual, potentially improving quality of life.
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June 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Female pattern hair loss involves thinning hair on crown and frontal scalp, diagnosed by hair ratio, and treated with minoxidil, antiandrogens, or hair transplantation.
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January 2023 Hyperandrogenism in women often causes acne and excess hair, treatable with personalized plans including weight loss, hair removal, and medications.
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January 2020 in “Bioscientia medicina” Female pattern hair loss is common, worsens with age, and requires long-term treatment to manage.
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January 2015 Hyperandrogenism in women often causes acne and excess hair, treatable with lifestyle changes and medications.
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August 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Birth control pills and anti-androgen medications help manage hair growth, acne, and hair loss in women with PCOS.
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November 1989 in “PubMed” Male-pattern baldness is a natural process with unclear causes, and while Minoxidil can help, the results often aren't satisfactory.
May 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Bicalutamide shows promise for treating female hair loss.
January 2023 in “Springer eBooks” Most older adults experience pattern hair loss due to shrinking hair follicles, with men and women showing different balding patterns.
May 2022 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Women's hair loss can be due to hormonal changes and various conditions, with treatments focusing on stopping progression and managing symptoms.
September 2016 in “Gynecology Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine” Effective treatment for skin issues in women with PCOS includes oral contraceptives, antiandrogens, and other medications and procedures.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Hyperandrogenism, often causing excessive hair growth and acne, can be treated with methods like weight reduction, hair removal, various medications, and in the case of acne, topical treatments.
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Azathioprine may help with severe hair loss, a new topical treatment could counteract hair thinning, and trichoscopy can diagnose hair-pulling disorder effectively.
November 2004 in “Medical Journal of Indonesia” Hormonal imbalances can cause skin and hair problems in women, and treatments that block male hormones can help.
An integrated approach with accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment improves outcomes for female hair loss.
November 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” "Dread shed" is common with minoxidil but less so with other hair loss treatments.
February 2025 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Metabolism & Toxicology” Future alopecia treatments will improve with targeted therapies and personalized approaches.
January 2014 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” Women's hair gets thinner and grayer as they age, with treatments available for hair loss and graying.
March 2023 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Topical minoxidil is the best-supported treatment for female hair loss, but personalized plans are needed.
April 2008 in “Blackwell Publishing Ltd eBooks” AGA causes permanent hair loss; minoxidil helps men, finasteride helps men, minoxidil somewhat helps women, estrogens/antiandrogens lack evidence for women.
January 2007 in “Revista del Centro Dermatológico Pascua” Hair loss in women, often not related to male hormones, increases with age and can cause significant emotional distress.
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May 2014 in “The American Journal of Medicine” The conclusion is that early diagnosis and a multi-system treatment approach are crucial for managing PCOS and its associated health risks.
January 2024 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Low-dose oral minoxidil is effective and safe for treating hair loss in men and women.
June 2011 in “Oncology times” Dr. Mario Lacouture recommends preventive and specific treatments for skin side effects caused by EGFR inhibitors to improve patients' quality of life.