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a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Immunological challenges associated with artificial skin grafts: available solutions and stem cells in future design of synthetic skin
Artificial skin grafts face immune rejection, but stem cells may improve future designs.
research Artificial skin for wound healing
Artificial skin is improving wound healing and shows potential for treating different types of wounds.
research Free skin grafts in dogs-A review
Skin grafts are a common, minimally invasive way to close wounds in dogs, but better methods are still being sought.
research Synthesis, Biological Evaluation and Molecular Docking of Avicequinone C Analogues as Potential Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
Certain compounds, especially those with a propionic substituent, could potentially be new treatments for hair loss and similar disorders.
research Micropatterned dermal–epidermal regeneration matrices create functional niches that enhance epidermal morphogenesis
The new matrix improves skin regeneration and graft performance.
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5 / 266 resultscommunity A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications
The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.
community 5 alpha reductase type 1 is in brain tissue producing the main endogenous gabaergic allopregnanolone, not 2. How can finasteride as a 5ar2 lower that?
Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed for hair loss, with concerns about their effects on neurosteroids and potential side effects like depression. Alternatives like topical estrogen and lifestyle changes are considered, with varying opinions on mental health and hair regrowth.
community Fin for 7 months and my sclap is now transparent
A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride for 7 months and noticed thinning hair, especially when wet, and is concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment. Suggestions include continuing finasteride, considering minoxidil, and possibly trying micro-needling.
community How do athletes maintain their hair transplants? Or do they not?
Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notable examples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.
community Sandalore experiment
A user added sandalore to minoxidil for hair loss, observing some vellus hair growth and less scalp inflammation. Others tried sandalore with mixed results, discussing dosage and effectiveness compared to minoxidil and finasteride.