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Some fibroblast growth factors may promote hair growth similarly to minoxidil and could potentially treat hair loss.
Researchers improved mouse skin cell culture methods and created a similar immortal cell line, but need to clarify their methods and benefits.
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EGF and FGF signaling stops hair follicle development in mice.
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