Researchers studying the effects of stress have unexpectedly discovered a potential way to treat hair loss. Mouse models of chronic stress lose their hair as they age. Scientists have discovered that treating the mice with drugs that block the effect of certain stress hormones reverses this loss. The discovery lays the groundwork for potential therapies… [Continue Reading]
What Causes Hair Loss in Women?
February 8, 2011 By 2 Comments
Male hair loss or pattern baldness is a well-known ailment. Advertisements for male baldness can be seen in magazines, on T.V., and even on billboards, however, female hair loss is rarely discussed. Although over 60 percent of all women experience hair loss throughout their lives, it doesn’t usually result in complete baldness as male hair… [Continue Reading]
Drug for Hair Loss and Prostate Disease Linked to Reduced Sexual Function
January 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Scientists have clarified the side effects caused by drugs used to treat hair loss in men. Clinical studies show that treatment with a certain class of drugs, that includes Propecia, is linked to reduced sex drive and sexual function. In some patients, the side effects persisted even after discontinuation of the drug. Researchers suggest caution,… [Continue Reading]
Researchers Identify New Hair Loss Gene
April 15, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Researchers have identified a new gene involved in hair growth that leads to a type of thin hair, also seen in male pattern baldness. This discovery may affect future research and treatments for male pattern baldness and other forms of hair loss. The researchers found that the gene, called APCDD1, which causes a progressive form… [Continue Reading]
Novel Hair Loss Formula Demonstrates Anti-Inflammatory Activity in Vitro
November 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Currently, the typical drug-based regimen for pattern hair loss is either minoxidil and/or finasteride – or, in some cases, dutasteride. A word of caution with all current drug-based options is the potential for negative side effects. Alternatively, in the past few years a series of naturally-based hair loss treatments have been developed containing plant-derived active… [Continue Reading]