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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil
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research A Note on Postinflammatory Hair Darkening
Hair can darken after inflammation and then return to its original color.
research Solar-Induced Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation after Laser Hair Removal
Sun exposure after laser hair removal can cause skin darkening, which is hard to treat and requires avoiding UV light.
research Hair darkening in porphyria cutanea tarda
Two patients with porphyria cutanea tarda experienced their grey hair turning dark again.
research Mucocutaneous side effects of antineoplastic chemotherapy
Chemotherapy often causes hair loss, nail changes, and mouth issues, but these are usually manageable.
research The impact of different hair‐removal behaviours on the biophysical and biochemical characteristics of female axillary skin
All hair removal methods irritate underarm skin and cause dryness, with shaving being less irritating but more drying than plucking or waxing.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Comprehensive Microneedling Guide
Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.
community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
community White hair seemed to be turn black, re-pigmentation
The user experienced hair repigmentation and attributes improvements in hair and overall health to a carnivore diet, Boron, and Selenium supplementation. They stopped using finasteride after 20 years, noticed increased testosterone and libido, and observed hair regrowth with RU58841.
community What is this pigmentation around my follicles?
The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hair follicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.
community Is this new hair growth? Former slick bald patches.
A user, 42 M, NW 5-6, used oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841 topical, micro needling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto gummies, vitamin D gummies, and scalp massages for 2 months. They noticed many small light hairs on previously bald areas and are questioning if these will darken or remain vellus hairs.