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research Hair Growth Defects in Insig-Deficient Mice Caused by Cholesterol Precursor Accumulation and Reversed by Simvastatin

46 citations , January 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Mice lacking Insig proteins had hair growth problems due to cholesterol buildup, but this was fixed by the drug simvastatin.

research Heterozygous deletion of the NSDHL gene in an Appenzeller Mountain Dog with verrucous epidermal keratinocytic nevi

1 citations , April 2024 in “Animal Genetics”

A genetic defect in an Appenzeller Mountain Dog caused skin issues, improved with ketoconazole, showing the importance of advanced genetic testing.

research Steroidogenesis inhibitors alter but do not eliminate androgen synthesis mechanisms during progression to castration-resistance in LNCaP prostate xenografts

57 citations , April 2009 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology”

Steroidogenesis inhibitors change but don't stop androgen production in prostate cancer.

Sterol Intermediates of Cholesterol Biosynthesis Inhibit Hair Growth and Trigger an Innate Immune Response in Cicatricial Alopecia

research Sterol Intermediates of Cholesterol Biosynthesis Inhibit Hair Growth and Trigger an Innate Immune Response in Cicatricial Alopecia

22 citations , June 2012 in “PLOS ONE”

Cholesterol-related compounds can stop hair growth and cause inflammation in a type of scarring hair loss.

research Ciencia, tecnología y sociedad, materia optativa de bachillerato

January 2000 in “Alambique: Didáctica de las ciencias experimentales”

Cholesterol issues in skin and hair may cause permanent hair loss by triggering inflammation.

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community Dutasteride broked my liver (maybe)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared their experience with high cholesterol, glucose, and potential metabolic syndrome after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They plan to improve their health with diet and exercise before considering medication.

community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

in Research/Science 484 upvotes 1 year ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Dht kills hair, but no one says why?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 40 upvotes 10 months ago

DHT affects hair follicles, contributing to hair loss, but the exact mechanism is unclear. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, though they may have side effects and varying effectiveness.

community Thank God for India. Half a year's worth of finasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 723 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride and dutasteride are significantly cheaper in India, leading to substantial savings for users. There are discussions on the effectiveness of oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about the quality of generic medications.

community Is it me or are people losing their hair very young now?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 143 upvotes 6 years ago

People notice more young individuals experiencing hair loss and discuss possible reasons, such as diet, hormones, and stress. Some treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

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