Latanoprost is an analogue of prostaglandin F(2alpha) which is used to treat glaucoma. Increases in eyelash number, thickness, and pigmentation have been reported as latanoprost side effects. The aim of this study was to evaluate if topical use of this drug can be used as a treatment of alopecia areata of eyebrows and eyelashes or not. In an experimental study, 26 patients with symmetrical eyelash and eyebrow alopecia areata were treated over 4 months with topical latanoprost for one side and the other side was not treated with any drug. The results were compared. Only one of the latanoprost-treated cases showed partial hair regrowth on the treated side. The relationship between hair regrowth and latanoprost application was not statistically significant (P = 1) by Fisher test. Based on their results, topical latanoprost has no efficacy in the treatment of alopecia areata. More studies with a larger sample size, longer study duration, and higher concentration of medication are suggested.

Eur J Dermatol 2009,Nov,01;19(6):586-7; (PMID: 19620039)

European journal of dermatology : EJD (ISSN: 1167-1122)

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There's a new and different point of view regarding hair loss. Most studies show the relationship between DHT and hair loss, but in this studies follicular miniaturisation may result from bone remodeling process causing the reduction of blood to the capillaries. The human skull continues to grow during adulthood and the observations in this study suggest this bone growth may be responsible for the development of AGA. The key point here DHT causes the growth of facial and body hair and it has an anabolic effect on bone formation. This bone growth can supersede hair growth. It's also implied that DHT caused hair loss through the stimulation of skull expansion rather than through interaction with individual follicles. This is a bold and interesting hypothesis that certainly needs further study.

Medical Hypotheses Med Hypotheses 2009,Jan,01;72(1):23-8

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It is normal to lose up to about 100 hairs a day, whether you see it on one's comb, brush, in the sink or on the pillow. This is the result of the normal hair growth cycle. Hairs will grow for a few years, then rest for a few months, shed, and regrow. Telogen is the name for the resting stage of the hair growth cycle. A telogen effluvium is when some stress causes hair roots to be pushed prematurely into the resting state. Telogen effluvium can be acute or chronic.

If there is some "shock to the system", as many as 70% of the scalp hairs are then shed in large numbers about 2 months after the "shock". Also other causes for telogen effluvium exist. Among the common causes are high fevers, childbirth, severe infections, severe chronic illness, severe psychological stress, major surgery or illnesses, over or under active thyroid gland, crash diets with inadequate protein, and a variety of medications. Most hair loss from medications is this type and causes include retinoids, beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, antidepressants, and NSAIDS (including ibuprofen).

Normally, no treatment is needed for most cases of telogen effluvium. Remember that the hairs fall out when a new hair growing beneath it pushes it out. If chronic, it may be wise to have blood tests done if the cause is not obvious, such as mild iron deficiency. If the telogen effluvium is caused by a medication, the medication needs to be stopped. As always, consult with your doctor first.

Chronic telogen effluvium is recently recognized and not uncommon. It often occurs in women between the ages of 30 to 60. It starts suddenly and has a tendency to fluctuate for a period of years. The degree of shedding is usually severe in the early stages and the hair may come out in handfuls. It does not cause complete baldness and does appear to be self-limiting in the long run.

www.aocd.org - American Osteopathic College of Dermatology.

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Hair loss results from the interplay of genetic, endocrine and aging factors which leads to follicular miniaturization. This study takes a look at microinflammation and its role in hair loss. They took skin biopsies from the frontal bald area and were subjected to histopathological examination, immunohistochemical staining for collagen I and ultrastructural study. The result was a highly significant increase in telogen hairs, which is the resting stage of the hair growth cycle. In addition a thickening of the follicular sheath in advanced cases. It was concluded that the follicular microinflammation plays an integral role in the increased deposition of collagen and sometimes results in the complete destruction of the affected follicles.

Journal of cosmetic dermatology J Cosmet Dermatol 2009,Jun,01;8(2):83-91

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There are multiple studies that show the relationship between androgenetic alopecia and cardiovascular diseases. This study delved further by evaluating the subclinical atherosclerosis in patients with hair loss and patients with normal hair status. Testing was done by using carotid ultrasonography, ECHO and ExECG on all subjects. They concluded that severe pattern AGA should be considered to have an increased risk of subclinical atherosclerosis.

What this study didn't cover is one's lifestyle and eating habits plays a major role in one's health, which includes your hair.

Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2009,Jun,01;23(6):673-7

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Let's understand what Mesotherapy is first. Mesotherapy is a non-surgical cosmetic medicine treatment that employs multiple injections of pharmaceutical and homeopathic medications, plant extracts, vitamins, and other ingredients into the subcutaneous fat. In this study, drugs such as Finasteride and minoxidil were used in the "cocktail" that were injected into the scalp. Instead of the patient benefiting from these injections, it caused small residual areas of alopecia, some that were reversible. This study underlines the possible risks from this 'therapeutic technique' for hair loss.

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology J Am Acad Dermatol 2009,Oct,01;61(4):707-9

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First of all, what is Trichodynia? Trichodynia is a condition where the patient experiences a painful sensation on their scalp. The pain sometimes is described as burning. Trichodynia often is associated with hair loss, but some studies show it has no connection to hair loss. Often there is an underlying psychosomatic cause, such as stress, depression or anxiety.

In this study, the patients zinc, folate and vitamin B-12 serum levels were evaluated, along with specific psychological tests to determine which causes these symptoms. The conclusion, no serum deficiencies caused hair loss. Trichodynia is more psychosomatic in nature and normally dealt in that manner.

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Clinical and Experimental Dermatology Clin Exp Dermatol 2009,Oct,01;34(7):789-92

Chamaecyparis obtusa is a slow-growing tree which grows to 35 m tall with a trunk up to 1 m in diameter. The bark is dark red-brown. The leaves are scale-like, 2-4 mm long, blunt tipped (obtuse), green above, and green below with a white stomatal band at the base of each scale-leaf. It's the oils from this tree that's been studied. Used in shampoos, C. obtusa is noted for its antimicrobial and antifungal properties. Along with that there have been reports that these oils promote hair growth. In this study the oils were divided into sub-fractions and when used in combination the results not only showed hair growth but in was significant in the regulation of hair growth.

Studies involving unique plants and in this case a tree, shows there are many important discoveries that await us.

When it comes to essential oils, this is one that's proven to aid the health of your hair.

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Fitoterapia 2010,Jan,01;81(1):17-24

Can hypertension have an association with Androgenetic Alapecia (AGA) or hair loss? It's been proposed that both may be explained by the presence of hyperaldosteronism. Just to explain, aldosterone is a steroid hormone produced by the outer-section of the adrenal cortex in the adrenal gland. Aldosterone increases the reabsorption of sodium and water and the release (secretion) of potassium in the kidneys. This increases blood volume and, therefore, increases blood pressure. This study concludes that elevated aldosterone levels may contribute, along with 'other mechanisms', the development of AGA and may explain the higher prevalence of hypertension. They further recommend that if you have hair loss, you should have your blood pressure checked and if high, seek the appropriate treatment.

After reviewing this study, my medical history showed I always had high blood pressure in my teens and years later I finally got it to a normal level. It's at that time my hair loss showed up. I guess I was a little late regulating my blood pressure.

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The British Journal of Dermatology Br J Dermatol 2009,Nov,01;161(5):1196-8

Most of us have seen the people undergo chemotherapy and the effects it has on hair loss. With a physical change such as this, it makes it more difficult to endure this type of treatment.

In an effort to combat hair loss due to chemotherapy, one study utilized specific pulsed electrostatic fields, or electrotrichogenesis (ETG). The goal was to prevent or reduce hair loss in patients who were currently being treated for breast cancer.

Patients were treated for 12 minutes, twice a week with a pulsed electrostatic field. Photographic assessment and manual hair count was used to quantify if (ETG) was effective.

The results showed twelve out of thirteen had good hair retention while undergoing chemotherapy treatment. Regarding side effects, none were found.

The findings were shown to be encouraging; being when no other appropriate treatment is available. Of course, anything that can promote a patients self-esteem and improve the quality of life is huge during a stressful treatment regiment like chemotherapy.

Psycho-Oncology Volume 11 Issue 3, Pages 244 - 248 Published Online: 22 May 2002

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