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research Topical Diclofenac 3% Gel for Actinic Keratosis May Induce Terminal Hair in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Report of Three Cases

December 2015 in “Journal of skin and stem cell”

This study reports three cases where patients treated with topical 3% diclofenac gel for scalp actinic keratosis also experienced hair growth in androgenetic alopecia-affected areas.

Effect of Poly(3-Hydroxybutyrate-Co-3-Hydroxyvalerate) Nanofiber Matrices Cocultured With Hair Follicular Epithelial and Dermal Cells for Biological Wound Dressing

research Effect of Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) Nanofiber Matrices Cocultured With Hair Follicular Epithelial and Dermal Cells for Biological Wound Dressing

64 citations , August 2007 in “Artificial Organs”

This study found that PHBV cocultured with epithelial and dermal cells might enhance early-stage wound healing by promoting wound closure and re-epithelization more effectively than PHBV/collagen.

Associations of Omega-3 Fatty Acids With Male Pattern Hair Loss Improvement: A Prospective Cohort Study

research Associations of Omega-3 (n-3) Fatty Acids With Male Pattern Hair Loss Improvement: A Prospective Cohort Study

June 2024 in “Current Developments in Nutrition”

This population-based study found that n-3 fatty acid intake may not benefit and could potentially harm hair loss improvement in middle-aged or elderly men, as higher n-3 intake was associated with a greater risk of non-improvement in male pattern hair loss.

Retinoid-Mediated Stimulation of Steroid Sulfatase Activity in Myeloid Leukemic Cell Lines Requires RARα and RXR and Involves the Phosphoinositide 3-Kinase and ERK-MAP Kinase Pathways

research Retinoid-mediated stimulation of steroid sulfatase activity in myeloid leukemic cell lines requires RARα and RXR and involves the phosphoinositide 3-kinase and ERK-MAP kinase pathways

24 citations , September 2005 in “Journal of Cellular Biochemistry”

This study found that all-trans and 9-cis retinoic acids increase steroid sulfatase activity in HL60 cells through mechanisms involving RARα/RXR heterodimers and multiple signaling pathways.

research Transgenic Kallikrein 14 Mice Display Major Hair Shaft Defects Associated with Desmoglein 3 and 4 Degradation, Abnormal Epidermal Differentiation, and IL-36 Signature

15 citations , June 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study identifies KLK14 as a significant factor contributing to hair defects and skin inflammation in a mouse model of Netherton syndrome.

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community 3 month mark - 0.025% fin 6% min

8 upvotes 1 week ago

A 22-year-old is using 0.025% topical finasteride and 6% minoxidil nightly, seeing new hair growth and reduced hair loss. They are considering increasing finasteride dosage but are cautious about potential side effects.

community 3 Month Mark Update, Fin 1mg/Min 2ml ED

57 upvotes 3 months ago

A 22-year-old resumed hair loss treatment with 1mg finasteride daily, 2ml minoxidil twice daily, occasional Nizoral, and derma rolling, seeing progress in crown density but still thin in the frontal area. The user regrets stopping treatment previously and plans to continue, noting a temporary libido drop but no major side effects.

community 3.5 year (December 2022 - March 2026) difference after much prior struggle. Winning the war?

in Progress Pictures 344 upvotes 6 months ago

The user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using a combination of oral Dutasteride and a topical mix of Finasteride, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Ketoconazole. They experienced no side effects and noted significant improvement, except for one persistent thinning area.

community Today marks 3 months on Fin & Min

in Progress Pictures 20 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their 3-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo for hair loss, noting significant reduction in shedding. Other users commented on their own experiences and questioned dosages.

community Actually making real progress 3 months in, serious progress, 20yo

in Treatment 9 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old reports significant hair regrowth and darkening after 3 months of using oral finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects. The user also notes increased beard and body hair growth, and the treatment costs about 12€ monthly.

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How many sessions will I need for a hair transplant? Providers give different answers, and the number is decided at consultation: some clinics quote courses of 3 to 6 sessions, but that pattern belongs to non-surgical treatments rather than to surgery. Ask your surgeon how many procedures your own case would need and how far apart they would be.
How many grafts do I need for a hair transplant? You typically need 1,000 to 7,000 grafts depending on hair loss extent and goals.
How many grafts can be transplanted in one session of a hair transplant? Typically, 1,000 to 6,000 grafts can be transplanted in one session.
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