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research The structure of the cornified claw sheath in the domesticated cat (Felis catus): implications for the claw‐shedding mechanism and the evolution of cornified digital end organs

45 citations , April 2009 in “Journal of anatomy”

Cat claws stay sharp by shedding their outer layer through microcracks formed during activities.

research Psychophysiological Mechanisms of Stress Impact on Hair Loss Processes

September 2025 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)”

Stress causes hair loss by disrupting hair growth cycles, and combining medical and cosmetic treatments can help manage it.

research Mechanism of Action of Isotretinoin

3 citations , October 2019 in “CRC Press eBooks”

Isotretinoin effectively treats severe acne but can cause significant side effects like dry skin and hair loss.

research Novel shampoo reduces hair shedding by contracting the arrector pili muscle via the trace amine‐associated receptor

3 citations , July 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

New shampoo with tyramine hydrochloride reduces hair loss by making a small muscle in the hair follicle contract.

research EFLÚVIO TELÓGENO ASSOCIADO AO USO DE MEDICAMENTOS EMAGRECEDORES: MECANISMOS FISIOPATOLÓGICOS E EVIDÊNCIAS CLÍNICAS

August 2026 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação”

Rapid weight loss from weight-loss drugs, not the drugs themselves, mainly causes hair loss.

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community How to deal with mechanically induced shedding

in Minoxidil 5 upvotes 10 months ago

Minoxidil can cause scalp dryness and flaking, leading to hair shedding when exfoliating. Alternatives like oral Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo are suggested to manage these issues.

community Shedding again after 6 months of great results.

in Minoxidil 15 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experienced shedding after 7 months on Fin/Min spray despite good results and no change in treatment. Other users noted similar experiences and mentioned that shedding periods can be normal.

community Shedding at 17, but I seem to have caught it early on, and I have some questions

in Treatments 345 upvotes 9 months ago

A 17-year-old is experiencing early hair thinning and is considering oral minoxidil while being cautious about finasteride due to side effects. They seek advice on hair maintenance and plan to consult a doctor before using DHT blockers.

community Shedding on finasteride only; looking for motivation

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 15 upvotes 2 years ago

A user started finasteride for hair loss and saw improvement, but is now experiencing shedding and thinning in new areas. They added Nizoral due to dandruff caused by finasteride. Replies suggest that shedding is normal around 6 months and advise to stick with the treatment.

community Despite its straightforward mrchanism of action, it looks like pyrilitamide doesn't help regrow hair like finasteride does.

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 2 years ago

Pyrilitamide (KX-826) did not show significant improvement in hair count compared to placebo after 6 months. It's unclear if it can maintain hair at baseline.

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learn Minoxidil

An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record

learn Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor

learn Stemoxydine

chemical from L'Oreal that encourages hair to enter growth phase

learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

learn Stem Cell Factor

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