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research A histological Study of the Possible Therapeutic Effect of Platelet Rich Plasma on the Healing of Second Degree Skin Burn and Prevention of Scar Formation in Adult Male Albino Rat

April 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Histology”

Platelet-rich plasma helps heal second-degree burns and reduces scarring.

research A novel immune competent murine hypertrophic scar contracture model: A tool to elucidate disease mechanism and develop new therapies

35 citations , October 2014 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration”

The model helps understand scar contraction and develop new treatments.

research Dermatoscopic Patterns in Keloid, Hypertrophic, and Atrophic Scars: Cross-Sectional Analysis and Clinical Correlation

October 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual”

Dermatoscopy helps track scar changes and guide treatment.

research Surgical Management of Scarring Alopecia

October 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks”

Hair loss due to scarring can be treated by reducing inflammation, removing scar tissue, and transplanting hair. The Follicular Unit Extraction technique is effective but requires skill and time. Future focus should be on scar-less healing methods.

research Thrombin-preconditioned Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Exosomes For Wound Healing in vitro and in vivo

July 2025 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”

Thrombin-preconditioned exosomes speed up wound healing and reduce scarring.

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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 3+ years on 1mg Fin, wasn’t too far gone but happy to have my temples back.

in Progress Pictures 521 upvotes 2 years ago

The user "Potvin_Sucks_" shared their positive experience with using finasteride pills for hair loss. They also mentioned making lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking and exercising regularly. Other users discussed the possibility of using topical finasteride and online hair loss prescription delivery services.

community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

in Microneedling 290 upvotes 3 years ago

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 How uninformed the general public is about hair loss

in Chat 319 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hair loss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.

community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

in Research/Science 81 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.

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