6 citations
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January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” Combination of 17α-estradiol and minoxidil improves hair growth and reduces hair loss in most patients.
September 2025 in “Cureus” GLP-1 agonists may help treat certain skin conditions.
343 citations
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October 2015 in “Endocrine Practice” The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
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.
36 citations
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December 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia stabilized with treatment, especially younger ones, using intralesional corticosteroids and tacrolimus.
August 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral minoxidil can improve hair thickness and a comprehensive treatment approach leads to better alopecia outcomes.
70 citations
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February 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery” Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
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December 2016 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Hormone therapy and surgeries for transgender individuals affect their skin and hair, requiring specific dermatologic treatments and respectful care.
November 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine” "Dread shed" is common with minoxidil but less so with other hair loss treatments.
September 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Dr. Baral observed that applying minoxidil can cause hair to grow in areas other than where it was applied.