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Androgens Trigger Different Growth Responses in Genetically Identical Human Hair Follicles in Organ Culture Reflecting Their Epigenetic Diversity in Life

research Androgens trigger different growth responses in genetically identical human hair follicles in organ culture that reflect their epigenetic diversity in life

19 citations , October 2017 in “The FASEB Journal”

Male hormones cause different growth in identical human hair follicles due to their unique epigenetic characteristics.

research Intermediate hair follicles: a new more clinically relevant model for hair growth investigations

30 citations , May 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Intermediate hair follicles are a better model for studying hair growth and testing hair loss treatments.

Prostaglandin F2α Stimulates Growth of Human Intermediate Hair Follicles in Ex Vivo Organ Culture with Potential Clinical Relevance

research Prostaglandin F2α stimulates the growth of human intermediate hair follicles in ex vivo organ culture with potential clinical relevance

June 2025 in “Frontiers in Physiology”

Prostaglandin F2α may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth.

research Ethnic Considerations in Hair Restoration Surgery

7 citations , July 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

Different ethnic hair traits must be considered for successful hair restoration surgery to achieve natural-looking results.

research Keratin 71 Mutations: From Water Dogs to Woolly Hair

11 citations , September 2012 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.

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community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.

in Research/Science 103 upvotes 4 years ago

Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.

community Why is nobody studying the difference between donor and balding hair?

in Chat 89 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

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

in Research 830 upvotes 2 years 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 How is dht not beneficial to you?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 111 upvotes 6 months ago

DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.

community ~6 years of progress. It's a marathon, not a sprint!

in Progress Pictures 2002 upvotes 5 months ago

Significant hair regrowth was achieved over six years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and daily 0.25mm dermarolling. Finasteride had the most significant impact, with no reported side effects.

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