TLDR Some factors can either promote or inhibit hair growth.
The study explored the relationship between hair loss and scalp hair physiology, focusing on the role of growth factors. It was found that certain growth factors, such as epidermal growth factor (EGF) and transforming growth factor (TGF-β), inhibited hair growth, while others like insulin-like growth factor (IGF-I) and hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) stimulated it. IGF-I was noted for its role in regulating blood sugar and arachidonic acid production, which influences male hormone components and keratinocyte control. The study suggested that dermal papilla cells, which produce IGF-I, could suppress keratinocyte growth, though the exact mechanism was unclear. Potential explanations included the generation of an inhibitor or a reduction in stimulating cell numbers.
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October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Growth factors are crucial for hair development and could help treat hair diseases.
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October 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The document concludes that mouse models are crucial for studying hair biology and that all mutant mice may have hair growth abnormalities that require detailed analysis to identify.
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December 2018 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma may help in skin and hair treatments, and with muscle and joint healing, but more research is needed to fully understand its benefits and limitations.
October 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” Henna helps wounds heal faster and better.
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December 2001 in “Experimental dermatology” Mutant mice help researchers understand hair growth and related genetic factors.
November 2014 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks” Eating high-glycemic and dairy foods can increase hormones that may cause acne and other health issues.
