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    GlossaryAdipose-Derived Stem Cells (Adipose-Derived MSCs)

    stem cells harvested from fat tissue for regenerative purposes

    Adipose-Derived Stem Cells (ADSCs) are stem cells that are harvested from fat tissue. These cells have the ability to differentiate into various cell types, including bone, cartilage, and muscle cells, making them valuable for regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. They are also being researched for their potential in treating conditions like alopecia, as they can promote hair growth and repair damaged hair follicles.

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      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Any experience with stem cell hair transplants?

      in Transplants  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      Stem cell hair transplants use stem cells from fat tissue to reactivate inactive hair follicles, but results are inconsistent and not widely shared. Traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil often show better results.