January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Botulinum Toxin Type A can increase hair density and improve hair thickness in androgenetic alopecia with minimal side effects.
May 2021 in “American journal of medical sciences and medicine” Sodium valproate caused vomiting in 20% of children under 2 years old, with other side effects like hair loss and loss of appetite also noted.
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September 2003 in “Clinical endocrinology” Hormone treatment for transsexual individuals is effective but carries risks like thromboembolic events and mood changes, with most side effects being minor and reversible.
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August 2009 in “Mini-reviews in Medicinal Chemistry” Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.
June 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Tofacitinib regrew hair in a man with total hair loss but raised cytokine levels, needing more research on possible side effects.
January 2002 in “대한피부과학회지” Cyclosporine combined with other treatments can help hair regrow in severe alopecia areata, but it may cause side effects.
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November 2020 in “Transplant international” Hand and forearm transplants can be successful long-term, but they come with challenges like rejection and side effects from immunosuppression.
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January 2003 in “Dermatology Online Journal” A new treatment for hair loss was tested and most participants saw their hair loss stop within 2-8 weeks, with up to 50% more hair after 4 months, and no side effects.
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October 2005 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” The document discusses male and female pattern hair loss, its diagnosis methods, FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, their side effects, and the role of lifestyle changes.
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January 2024 in “Arab Board Medical Journal” Tofacitinib effectively regrows hair in alopecia areata patients, especially in younger individuals, with manageable side effects.
April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Light-based treatment, Photobiomodulation, shows promise for non-invasive skin therapy with few side effects.
January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” No single ideal JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata has been determined; JAK3 inhibitors may be promising with fewer side effects.
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July 2017 in “Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” PRP injections help regrow hair, reduce hair loss, and increase hair thickness, but effects decrease without ongoing treatment.
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May 2008 in “Pediatric Diabetes” Low-glycemic index diets are beneficial for weight loss and satiety, but more research is needed on long-term effects and individualized approaches are recommended.
August 2012 in “Pharmaceutical Medicine” The document concludes that various medications and treatments can have significant, sometimes adverse, effects on health outcomes.
January 2009 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Some blood-thinning medications can increase the risk of bleeding, and certain factors like genetics and other health conditions affect their safety and effectiveness.
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February 2012 in “Supportive Care in Cancer” Skin problems like acne, dry skin, and nail and hair changes are common in patients taking EGFR inhibitors.
Eye drops with β-blockers may cause hair loss.
Penicillamine can cause taste problems due to copper loss, which can be fixed with copper or zinc supplements.
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January 2021 in “Turkiye Klinikleri Journal of Internal Medicine” Cancer treatments often cause hair loss, and more research is needed to prevent and treat it.
October 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Hair loss from weight-loss treatments is usually temporary and reversible.
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December 2018 in “Dermatology” Both ruxolitinib and tofacitinib are effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata, but relapses are common.
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February 2013 in “Human cell” PEGL-DOX causes Hand-Foot Syndrome due to skin reactions from prolonged circulation and ROS generation.
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February 2011 in “Expert review of dermatology” Scalp cooling can reduce chemotherapy-induced hair loss and should be available in all hospitals.
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September 1996 in “Annals of Clinical Psychiatry” Hair loss from mood stabilizers is common but can be managed without stopping the medication.
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July 2009 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes” Finasteride safely reduces excessive hair growth in women.
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August 2005 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Finasteride causes temporary cell death in BPH tissues.
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September 2001 in “European Journal of Cancer Care” Chemotherapy-induced hair loss significantly affects patients' well-being, and nurses are key in helping them cope, but more research is needed to find effective treatments.
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December 2016 in “Revista Medica De Chile” Finasteride can cause sexual dysfunction, sperm changes, and affect bone density and metabolism.
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October 1997 in “CNS Drugs” Psychotropic drugs can cause hair loss or excessive hair growth.