Low-dose oral and topical minoxidil are recommended for managing hair loss in transplant patients, with specific doses and precautions.
January 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Female-pattern hair loss may involve an autoimmune-like process, suggesting new treatment options.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Injecting stem cells from a patient's own fat can improve hair growth in women with hair loss.
February 2025 in “East African Scholars Journal of Medical Sciences” Higher testosterone and DHEA-S levels may be linked to male pattern baldness.
January 2025 in “JAAD International” Bicalutamide added no extra benefit over minoxidil alone for female-pattern hair loss.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Topical spironolactone and minoxidil both effectively treat female hair loss, but spironolactone has fewer side effects.
September 2024 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venerology” Low-energy fractional CO2 laser therapy significantly improves hair regrowth in women with female-pattern hair loss.
Certain genes may influence hair loss differently in men and women.
June 2024 in “Georgetown medical review” Finasteride treats hair loss but may cause low libido, erectile issues, and depression.
December 2023 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” A woman's hair grew back with baricitinib treatment, but she developed a temporary hairy tongue that was treated with regular tongue brushing.
December 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” A young man with an unusual type of scarring hair loss suggests a possible new variant of a known scalp condition.
December 2018 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Low-level laser therapy may help hair growth, but more research is needed.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Certain products and treatments can improve hair health and growth.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The combination of Stemoxydine® and Resveratrol improves hair density in women with Female Pattern Hair Loss.
July 2016 in “Cancer Research” Male pattern baldness is linked to a higher risk of certain skin cancers, especially on the scalp.
December 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The letter discusses a disagreement about the definition of the "frontal area" in hair restoration surgery and questions the effectiveness of treatments like finasteride and minoxidil on this area.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair transplantation is a treatment for hair loss mainly caused by genetics, with various techniques and potential complications, and results visible after 8-12 months.
January 2008 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Hormonal therapy like cyproterone acetate and spironolactone may help female hair loss, but more research is needed, especially for pre-menopausal women.
November 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The workshop aimed to improve hair loss disorder diagnosis and understanding.
January 2022 in “Cosmoderma” Using oral minoxidil and dutasteride together can quickly increase hair growth and volume with minimal side effects.
January 2020 in “International Journal of Trichology” Androgen-producing ovarian tumors can cause male-pattern hair loss in women.
March 1999 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Baldness may indicate higher heart disease risk in men.
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Some nonsurgical hair loss treatments are effective, especially if started early.
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November 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some African American women's central scalp hair loss is linked to genetics and past fungal scalp infections, with more research needed on other causes.
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January 2014 in “Medical Hypotheses” Higher DHT in male baldness may protect against prostate cancer.
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March 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Male pattern baldness is linked to specific genetic variations in the androgen receptor gene.
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December 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Male pattern baldness is largely genetic, linked to the androgen receptor gene, and may relate to certain health issues.
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June 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Male pattern baldness is likely caused by multiple genes, not just 5α-reductase genes.
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July 2006 in “Endocrine Reviews” Estrogens significantly influence hair growth by interacting with receptors in hair follicles and may help regulate the hair growth cycle.
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May 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.