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research CCDC22 and CCDC93, Two Potential Retriever-Interacting Proteins, Are Required for Root and Root Hair Growth in Arabidopsis
CCDC22 and CCDC93 are essential for root and root hair growth in Arabidopsis.
research Effect of Decellularized Extracellular Matrix Bioscaffolds Derived from Fibroblasts on Skin Wound Healing and Remodeling
A patch made from human lung fibroblast material helps heal skin wounds effectively, including diabetic ulcers.
research Human Hair Follicle Stem Cell Differentiation Into Contractile Smooth Muscle Cells Is Induced by Transforming Growth Factor-β1 and Platelet-Derived Growth Factor BB
Human hair follicle stem cells can become smooth muscle cells using specific growth factors.
research A Preliminary Study of Differentially Expressed Genes in Expanded Skin and Normal Skin: Implications for Adult Skin Regeneration
The study found that expanded skin regenerates similarly to normal skin, with 77 genes playing a role in the process.
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Researchers created a fully functional, bioengineered skin system with hair from stem cells that successfully integrated when transplanted into mice.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants
A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.
community Does anyone here have a receeding hairline from wearing the hijab?
A female user discusses hair loss possibly caused by wearing a hijab, considering treatments like derma stamping, hair serum, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary/castor oil, and possibly a hair transplant. Others suggest traction alopecia from hijab use and recommend consulting a dermatologist, with treatments like spironolactone and minoxidil.
community Looking for a second opinion about my Dutasteride plan at 19+extra questions
A 19-year-old plans to start Dutasteride 0.5mg three times a week to combat genetic alopecia and preserve hair density, with concerns about potential shedding before prom. Users suggest starting the treatment after prom to avoid shedding, and provide advice on where to purchase the medication.
community 7 month progress. From a slap head to a forehead. (32M)
A 32-year-old male shares his 7-month hair regrowth progress using 1 mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, dermarolling every four days, 1.5% ketoconazole shampoo every three days, and zinc and vitamin D supplements initially. He applies minoxidil primarily to his temples and hairline, avoiding the crown, and reports significant improvement in diffusive thinning.
community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)
A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.