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January 2023 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology”
Caspases are enzymes important for both cell death and various non-lethal cell functions, affecting head development and hair growth, with different caspases playing specific roles.
Filtered showerheads may improve scalp and hair health but do not affect male pattern baldness (MPB). Genetics and factors like DHT and scalp tension are more significant in hair loss.
The user experiences scalp inflammation, especially when oily, despite using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and nizoral. They recently started cetirizine and are considering benzoyl peroxide wash for relief.
User experienced new hair growth after using Head and Shoulders 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner, attributing it to pyrithione zinc reducing scalp inflammation and DHT. They seek others' experiences with anti-dandruff products.
A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning despite using minoxidil inconsistently for 1.5 years and is considering adding finasteride due to concerns about side effects. They are unsure whether to increase minoxidil application, start finasteride, or if the hair loss is exaggerated in their perception.