Minoxidil improves hair density in chemotherapy-induced alopecia

Published On 2021-11-14 11:44 GMT   |   Update On 2021-11-17 06:44 GMT
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A recent case series published in the journal JAMA Dermatology has outlined previously unreported features of persistent chemotherapy-induced alopecia (pCIA) in breast cancer patients, including a trichoscopic description. For a significant proportion of patients with topical or systemic treatments, cosmetically significant regrowth was achieved. This suggests that pCIA may be at least partly reversible.

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According to the study, hair follicle miniaturization which is the hallmark of androgenetic alopecia is a prominent feature in pCIA; recognized androgenetic alopecia treatments, including minoxidil and antiandrogen therapy, can also improve hair density for patients with pCIA.

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Minoxidil And Antiandrogen Therapy Can Improve Hair Density In Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: JAMA

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