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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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compound that activates Wnt/β-catenin to promote hair regrowth and create new hair follicles
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research Is paradoxical hair growth caused by low-level radiant exposure by home-use laser and intense pulsed light devices?
Home-use lasers and IPL devices are unlikely to directly cause paradoxical hair growth; it may be linked to inflammation or hormonal issues.
research Androgen‐inducible TGF‐β1 from balding dermal papilla cells inhibits epithelial cell growth: a clue to understanding paradoxical effects of androgen on human hair growth
Androgens may cause hair loss by increasing TGF-beta1 from scalp cells, which inhibits hair cell growth.
research The Hair Follicle: A Paradoxical Androgen Target Organ
Androgens can both promote and prevent hair growth due to differences in gene expression in hair follicles.
research Alopecia and Hair Damage Induced by Oncological Therapy
Cancer treatments often cause hair loss and damage, affecting patients' mental health.
research Low Level Laser Treatment for Patterned Hair Loss: A Systematic Review
Low level laser therapy may promote hair growth for patterned hair loss, but more research is needed.
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5 / 44 resultscommunity Body hair growth on finasteride
Finasteride can increase body and facial hair growth due to increased testosterone, despite its intended use to reduce hair loss on the scalp. Some users consider trying topical finasteride for less systemic impact, while others report mixed results and side effects.
community Common hair-loss drug consistently associated with higher rates of psychiatric harm
Finasteride and dutasteride can cause psychiatric side effects like depression and suicidal thoughts in some users, especially those with a history of mental health issues. While some users experience positive hair growth results, others face severe psychological effects, raising concerns about their safety and the need for careful monitoring.
community Does Tretinoin work? Can somebody share their experience
Tretinoin can increase hair follicles and is used alongside minoxidil and finasteride for hair growth, though it may cause skin peeling. Users report varying results, with some experiencing regrowth and others questioning its efficacy for hair.
community Scientists have finally found the potential ‘cure’ for baldness
A new study that found a single chemical could potentially be responsible for hair loss, and the potential to use this discovery to stimulate hair growth. The conversation also includes various treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, DUT, and Botox for hair loss.
community Solving Hair Loss with Research at MIT
Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.