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5 / 1000+ results research Linear alopecia in pediatrics: RCM and dermoscopy reveal diagnostic cues
This study found that RCM combined with dermoscopy can differentiate disease states between alopecia areata, tinea capitis, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma of the scalp by identifying distinct dermal and follicular patterns.
research Cicatrising Alopecias.
This study suggests that pseudopelade may be an autonomous disease based on its distinctive clinical and histopathological features not present in other scarring alopecias.
research Association between Smoking and Hair Loss: Another Opportunity for Health Education against Smoking?
This review discusses the potential link between smoking and hair loss and suggests that raising awareness about this association could enhance anti-smoking education efforts.
research Maintaining Hair Inductivity in Human Dermal Papilla Cells: A Review of Effective Methods
This review discusses the biology and signaling mechanisms of dermal papilla cells in hair follicle growth and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the importance of optimizing culture conditions for hair restoration.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Can pp405 revive dead follicles for long time bald people? Are those even dead? After 10+ years bald
PP405 may revive dormant hair follicles but is unlikely to help with long-term baldness where follicles are replaced by scar tissue. It is seen as a potential adjunct to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but its effectiveness on deeply fibrotic or scarred areas is doubtful.
community Anyone here have a lot of knowledge on hair follicle stem cells and progenitor cells for PP405?
Hair follicle stem cells remain in bald individuals, but progenitor cells do not, raising questions about hair regrowth claims by Pelage. PP405 is discussed as a potential treatment, with skepticism about its effectiveness compared to existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community First post: Baby Hair Regrowing on temples at 39
A 39-year-old experienced hair regrowth on his temples after switching from finasteride to topical RU58841 combined with 5% minoxidil. He also underwent stem cell treatment and noticed improvements, attributing the regrowth mainly to the change in treatment.
community I want my hair back so badly bros
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841. Users suggest hair fibers for temporary coverage and consider hair transplants for permanent solutions.
community Microneedling must reach the stem cells in the upper hair shaft
Microneedling should target depths of 0.5mm to 1.5mm for hair loss, with weekly sessions at 1mm recommended. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil is common for improved results.
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2 / 801 results- Got small bald patches they say are from stress? PP405 sprays could help bring them back to life. PP405 is an experimental topical gel from Pelage Pharmaceuticals that inhibits the mitochondrial pyruvate carrier; its registered Phase 2 trial (NCT06393452) tested it once daily in 78 adults with pattern hair loss, for safety and tolerability. It is not approved, not for sale, and has not been studied in alopecia areata or stress-related shedding.
