article · Clinical and Experimental Dermatology

Efficacy and safety of combined topical estradiol with minoxidil vs. topical minoxidil in female pattern hair loss: a trichoscopic randomized controlled trial

Nermeen Ibrahim Bedair
Mohamed H.M. El-Komy
Rehab Nabil Shamma
Rania Mohamed
Marwa Ahmed Amer

20242 citationsOpen accessHelwan University

Abstract

The use of a 0.01% 17α-ethinylestradiol with a 2% minoxidil solution in the treatment of FPHL does not seem to offer a statistically significant advantage compared with minoxidil alone and may carry a higher risk of associated menstrual irregularities.

Research topics

Hair Growth and Disorders
Nail Diseases and Treatments
Dermatology and Skin Diseases

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.1093/ced/llae436

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