research Long-term follow-up of men with male pattern baldness treated with topical minoxidil
Minoxidil keeps most hair growth from first year and twice-daily use is better with few side effects.
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research The HoVert technique: a novel method for the sectioning of alopecia biopsies
The HoVert technique is a simple, cost-effective new method that improves alopecia diagnosis by allowing detailed analysis from a single biopsy.
research The Transverse Anatomy of Androgenic Alopecia
The study found that horizontal sections of scalp biopsies are better for analyzing hair loss, showing fewer hairs and more fine hairs in balding areas.
research HAIR LOSS IN WOMEN
Hair loss in women often doesn't follow a pattern, isn't linked to age, may be genetic, and can be related to thyroid issues or other health factors.
research The efficacy and safety of dutasteride compared with finasteride in treating men with androgenetic alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Dutasteride more effectively treats hair loss than finasteride, but may increase risk of altered libido.
research Is androgenetic alopecia a risk for atherosclerosis?
Severe vertex pattern hair loss may indicate a higher risk for artery plaque buildup.
research The Contribution of Endogenous and Exogenous Factors to Male Alopecia
Genetic and environmental factors, like smoking and exercise, affect male hair loss.
research ‘Follicular Swiss cheese’ pattern - another histopathologic clue to alopecia areata
Dilated follicular infundibula and increased catagen/telogen follicles are key indicators for diagnosing alopecia areata.
research Androgenetic alopecia and risk of prostate cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Vertex pattern hair loss linked to higher prostate cancer risk.
research Superiority of dutasteride over finasteride in hair regrowth and reversal of miniaturization in men with androgenetic alopecia: A randomized controlled open-label, evaluator-blinded study
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride at increasing hair count and reversing hair thinning in men with hair loss, but both have similar side effects.
research Acquired Progressive Kinking of Hair
Acquired Progressive Kinking of Hair is likely an early sign of male pattern baldness.
research The effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride used for 3 years in women with androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively stop or reverse hair loss in women with androgenetic alopecia, with dutasteride being more effective for women under 50.
research Validity of self reported male balding patterns in epidemiological studies
Men can report their own balding patterns well enough for large health studies.
research Evaluation of Hair Density and Hair Diameter in the Adult Thai Population Using Quantitative Trichoscopic Analysis
Thai people's hair density decreases with age and varies by scalp area, but hair thickness stays the same regardless of age or scalp area.
research Relationship Between Male Pattern Baldness and the Risk of Aggressive Prostate Cancer: An Analysis of the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial
Men with baldness at the front and top of their head at age 45 may have a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
research Androgenic alopecia is not useful as an indicator of men at high risk of prostate cancer
Baldness at age 40 is not linked to a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
research Evaluation of lipid levels in androgenetic alopecia in comparison with control group
Men with a certain type of hair loss (AGA) have higher bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol levels, making them more likely to get heart disease.
research Male pattern baldness and its association with coronary heart disease: a meta-analysis
Severe baldness on the top of the head is linked to a higher chance of heart disease, especially in men under 60.
research Evaluation of androgens in the scalp hair and plasma of patients with male-pattern baldness before and after finasteride administration
Finasteride lowers scalp and blood DHT levels, potentially treating male-pattern baldness.
research Evidence of increased DNA methylation of the androgen receptor gene in occipital hair follicles from men with androgenetic alopecia
Men with hair loss have more DNA changes in back-of-head hair follicles, possibly protecting them from thinning.
research Transverse Sections for Diagnosis of Alopecia?
Vertical sections are better than horizontal sections for diagnosing alopecia.
research Efficacy and tolerability of finasteride 1 mg in men aged 41 to 60 years with male pattern hair loss.
Finasteride 1 mg significantly improves hair growth in men aged 41 to 60 with male pattern hair loss.
research Aetiology and Pathophysiology of Hair Loss
Hair loss is common, influenced by genetics and androgens, and can affect mental health.
research Hormonal therapy in female pattern hair loss
Hormonal therapies help treat female hair loss, but results are slow and vary.
research The Contribution of Endogenous and Exogenous Factors to Female Alopecia
Both genetic and lifestyle factors significantly affect female hair loss.
research Androgenetic alopecia and prostate cancer: findings from an Australian case-control study.
The conclusion is that there might be a link between certain types of baldness and prostate cancer, which could be due to shared hormonal pathways.
research Patient Selection, Hair Transplant Design, and Hairstyle
Dr. Norwood's analysis highlights the need for careful patient selection and strategic hair transplant design to create a natural-looking hair density.
research Lichen planopilaris in a Latin American (Chilean) population: demographics, clinical profile and treatment experience
Men with lichen planopilaris had earlier onset than women, and treatment usually improved the condition.
research Weathering of hair in trichoteiromania
Her hair grew back normally after she stopped rubbing it.
research Androgenetic alopecia.
Androgenetic alopecia is a common hair loss condition caused by testosterone effects on hair follicles, leading to thinner, shorter, and less pigmented hair, diagnosed using scalp dermoscopy and treated with topical minoxidil, antiandrogen agents, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.