research Clinical pearls in dermatology 2018
Remove inflamed cysts surgically, avoid topical antibiotics on wounds, treat skin and mouth conditions with specific medications, and address underlying causes of hair loss.
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research Current concepts in aesthetic endocrinology
Hormones affect skin aging and fat distribution, and treatments can help, but only minoxidil is proven for female hair loss.
research Hidradenitis suppurativa: pathogenesis and management
Hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic skin disease, can be managed with antibiotics, lifestyle changes, and in severe cases, surgery. Early diagnosis and careful planning are key, and laser treatment can be an efficient solution for mild to severe cases.
research Randomized controlled trial to compare the efficacy of oral minoxidil 1.25 mg versus 2.5 mg versus topical 5% minoxidil in androgenetic alopecia
Both oral and topical minoxidil effectively regrow hair in men with similar results.
research The effectiveness of adding low-level light therapy to minoxidil 5% solution in the treatment of patients with androgenetic alopecia
Adding low-level light therapy to minoxidil improves hair growth and patient satisfaction.
research A finasteride patch for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: A study of promoting permeability strategy using synthetic novel O-acylmenthols combined with ion-pair
The finasteride patch effectively treats hair loss by enhancing skin absorption.
research Oral and Topical Administration of a Standardized Saw Palmetto Oil Reduces Hair Fall and Improves the Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia Subjects – A 16-Week Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study
Saw palmetto extract reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in people with hair thinning.
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of A randomized, active- and placebo-controlled study of the efficacy and safety of different doses of dutasteride versus placebo and finasteride in the treatment of male subjects with androgenetic alopecia.
Dutasteride 0.5mg was found to be more effective than finasteride 1mg in treating male pattern hair loss, with similar side effects.
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of A randomized, active- and placebo-controlled study of the efficacy and safety of different doses of dutasteride versus placebo and finasteride in the treatment of male subjects with androgenetic alopecia.
Dutasteride 0.5mg is more effective than finasteride 1mg for treating male pattern baldness.
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of A randomized, single-blind trial of 5% minoxidil foam once daily versus 2% minoxidil solution twice daily in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in women.
5% minoxidil foam used once daily is as effective as 2% minoxidil solution used twice daily for hair loss in women, but with fewer side effects like itching and dandruff.
research The Efficacy of Oral Finasteride and Dutasteride in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in Women: A Scoping Review
Finasteride and dutasteride can improve hair loss in women, but more research is needed.
research A Multimodal Hair-Loss Treatment Strategy Using a New Topical Phytoactive Formulation: A Report of Five Cases
The new topical botanical formulation significantly regrew hair in all five patients without side effects.
research The efficacy of topical prostaglandin analogs for hair loss: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Topical prostaglandin analogs may help with hair growth but more research is needed.
research Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Spironolactone versus Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Comparative, Clinical, and Trichoscopic Study
Topical spironolactone and minoxidil both effectively treat female hair loss, but spironolactone has fewer side effects.
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Topical valproic acid increases the hair count in male patients with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, comparative, clinical feasibility study using phototrichogram analysis.
Applying valproic acid on the scalp increased hair growth in men with hair loss.
research Injections of platelet‐rich plasma prepared by automatic blood cell separator combined with topical 5% minoxidil in the treatment of male androgenetic alopecia
Using platelet-rich plasma injections and 5% minoxidil topically can safely and effectively treat mild-to-moderate male pattern baldness.
research Hybrid hair follicle stem cell extracellular vesicles co-delivering finasteride and gold nanoparticles for androgenetic alopecia treatment
A new treatment using hybrid vesicles with gold nanoparticles and finasteride significantly improves hair regrowth for androgenetic alopecia.
research Performance of Platycladus orientalis Leaves Yeast Fermented Solution on Human Dermal Papilla Cells
The fermented solution from Platycladus orientalis leaves may boost hair growth and reduce inflammation.
research Comparison of efficacy of platelet-rich plasma therapy with or without topical 5% minoxidil in male-type baldness: A randomized, double-blind placebo control trial
PRP combined with minoxidil is the most effective and safe treatment for male pattern baldness.
research A comment on the post-finasteride syndrome
The true incidence of post-Finasteride syndrome is unclear, and more research is needed.
research Exploiting Recent Trends in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia through Topical Nanocarriers of Minoxidil
research Comparative study between fractional CO2 laser alone versus fractional CO2 laser combined with topical dutasteride in treatment of male androgenic alopecia
Combining fractional CO2 laser with topical dutasteride is more effective for treating male hair loss than using the laser alone.
research Active pharmaceutical ingredient-ionic liquids assisted follicular co-delivery of ferulic acid and finasteride for enhancing targeted anti-alopecia
The new delivery system improves treatment for hair loss by enhancing drug absorption and effectiveness.
research Can oral minoxidil be the game changer in androgenetic alopecia? A comprehensive review and meta-analysis comparing topical and oral minoxidil for treating androgenetic alopecia
Oral minoxidil is an effective alternative for hair loss but may cause more unwanted hair growth.
research Compliance to Topical Minoxidil and Reasons for Discontinuation among Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
Most patients stop using topical minoxidil due to side effects.
research Engineered Dutasteride-Lipid Based Nanoparticle (DST-LNP) System Using Oleic and Stearic Acid for Topical Delivery
The formulation with oleic acid may be better for treating male pattern baldness.
research Optimization and Transfollicular Delivery of Finasteride-Loaded Proniosomes for Hair Growth Stimulation in C57BL/6Mlac Mice
Finasteride-loaded proniosomes effectively promote hair growth in mice.
research Efficacy and safety of topical GT20029 in male patients with androgenetic alopecia: a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 2 study
GT20029 helps regrow hair in men with hair loss and is well-tolerated.
research Cannabidiol in Skin Health: A Comprehensive Review of Topical Applications in Dermatology and Cosmetic Science
CBD may help with skin and hair issues, but more research is needed.
research Topical Alternatives for Hair Loss: Beyond the Conventional
Topical alternatives like Redensyl, Procapil, onion juice, and rosemary oil may help with hair loss and have fewer side effects.