Treatments
An overview of treatment categories used in hair and scalp care.
Summary
What it is
A structured overview of medication, procedural, and lifestyle categories described in clinical literature.
Who it affects
Readers seeking a neutral description of interventions and evidence quality.
Key clinical facts
- Options are described without endorsement.
- Evidence strength varies by condition and intervention.
Evidence level
Detailed sections
Background
Hair and scalp interventions are typically evaluated in condition-specific trials and guidelines; effectiveness and risk profiles depend on diagnosis and patient factors. [1] [2]
Causes / Mechanisms
Interventions may target androgen signaling, inflammation, immune pathways, microbial overgrowth, or follicular cycling depending on the condition. [1] [2] [3]
Symptoms / Presentation
Treatment discussions are generally anchored to the clinical presentation and confirmed diagnosis rather than nonspecific symptoms. [4]
Diagnosis
Accurate diagnosis is a prerequisite for interpreting evidence and selecting interventions; similar symptoms can reflect distinct diseases. [4]
Treatment Options
See subpages for descriptive overviews of medications, procedures, and lifestyle/nutrition topics.
Prognosis
Expected clinical course varies; some interventions aim to reduce inflammation or slow progression rather than produce immediate visible change. [1] [2]
Citations
References
- Kanti V, Messenger A, Dobos G, et al. Evidence-based (S3) guideline for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in women and in men - short version. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2018. PMID: 29178529.
- Harries MJ, Ascott A, Asfour L, et al. British Association of Dermatologists living guideline for managing people with alopecia areata 2024. Br J Dermatol. 2025. PMID: 39432739.
- Naldi L, Rebora A. Clinical practice. Seborrheic dermatitis. N Engl J Med. 2009. PMID: 19164189.
- Mubki T, Rudnicka L, Olszewska M, et al. Evaluation and diagnosis of the hair loss patient: part I. History and clinical examination. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014. PMID: 25128118.