52 citations
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June 2009 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” The document concludes that hair transplantation and gene therapy may be important for future hair loss treatment.
49 citations
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February 2019 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Use "female pattern hair loss" term, assess androgen excess, treat with minoxidil and other medications if needed.
49 citations
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January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Effective management of children's hair loss involves accurate diagnosis, various treatments, and supportive care.
35 citations
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May 2012 in “Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews” Minoxidil effectively treats female pattern hair loss.
25 citations
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March 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Platelet-rich plasma treatment for non-scarring hair loss shows mixed results and needs more research.
21 citations
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May 2016 in “The Cochrane library” Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
17 citations
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May 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Most women in the study lost hair due to chronic shedding, with stress and nutrient deficiencies being common factors.
8 citations
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December 2020 in “The FASEB Journal” Blocking adenosine A2B receptor may prevent or treat hearing loss.
7 citations
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July 2018 in “Journal of Functional Biomaterials” A new anti-baldness patch effectively treats hair loss by blocking enzymes linked to the condition.
6 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” HIF-1α stimulators, like deferiprone, work as well as popular hair loss treatments, minoxidil and caffeine, in promoting hair growth.
5 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin Research and Technology” Minoxidil 5% works better than 2% for hair growth in male-patterned hair loss.
4 citations
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July 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Finasteride helps hair growth but may cause sexual side effects and depression.
4 citations
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August 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Updated treatments for female hair loss include minoxidil, antiandrogens, hair transplants, and light therapy.
2 citations
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June 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Female pattern hair loss involves thinning hair on crown and frontal scalp, diagnosed by hair ratio, and treated with minoxidil, antiandrogens, or hair transplantation.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Genetics can help tailor treatments for male pattern hair loss, improving outcomes like stabilization or modest regrowth.
March 2025 in “Asian Journal of Beauty and Cosmetology” Microspicule cosmetics improve skin whitening, pores, and barrier strength.
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
Surgeons should evaluate new technologies critically, offer a range of services including non-surgical options, and be aware of marketing influences to meet patient needs and maintain a successful practice.
39 citations
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February 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-dose oral minoxidil safely treats hair loss, with hypertrichosis as main side effect.
13 citations
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July 1996 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” International medical graduates outperformed U.S. graduates on an internal medicine exam.
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January 2019 in “Science China Life Sciences” Chitosan/LiCl composite scaffolds help heal deep skin wounds better.
58 citations
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January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Different methods of preparing Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can affect wound healing and hair regrowth in plastic surgery. Using a kit with specific standards helps isolate PRP that meets quality criteria. Non-Activated PRP and Activated PRP have varying effects depending on the tissue and condition treated. For hair regrowth, Non-Activated PRP increased hair density more than Activated PRP. Both treatments improved various aspects of scalp health.
December 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care, including orthopedic surgery, can prevent long-term disability in IFAP syndrome.
1 citations
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June 2023 in “Turkish Journal of Surgery” A rare case linked complete hair loss to both pancreas and gallbladder cancer.
64 citations
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March 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP treatment may increase hair density and reduce hair loss, but more research is needed.
September 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Experts recommend specific treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for managing hereditary hair loss.
January 2025 in “Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery” PRP therapy is more effective and preferred over minoxidil for hair loss.
April 2023 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Using different hair loss treatments at various times can improve results and reduce side effects for people with chronic hair loss.
November 2023 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Americans see hair transplants as valuable for treating hair loss and want them to be more affordable and tailored to each gender.
30 citations
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April 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.