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      diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties

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      glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

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      Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

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      Hair Loss With Rapid Weight Loss

      research Hair Loss With Rapid Weight Loss

      5 citations, February 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      Eating more protein during fast weight loss can prevent hair loss.
      Difficulties Surrounding Fiber

      research Difficulties Surrounding Fiber

      July 1976 in “JAMA”
      Eating more protein during weight loss can prevent hair loss caused by not having enough protein.
      Hazards of Topical Mitotic Blocking Agents

      research Hazards of Topical Mitotic Blocking Agents

      February 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      Topical mitotic blocking agents like colchicine can be dangerous and potentially fatal, and hair loss from rapid weight loss is due to low protein, not the speed of weight loss.
      Hair Cell Toxicology: With the Help of a Little Fish

      research Hair Cell Toxicology: With the Help of a Little Fish

      4 citations, December 2022 in “Frontiers in cell and developmental biology”
      Zebrafish larvae are used to study and find treatments for ear cell damage because they are easier to observe and test than mammals.

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      community You will lose hair if your prostaglandins aren't in balance

      in Research/Science  55 upvotes 1 week ago
      Prostaglandin balance affects hair loss, particularly in conditions like Lichen Planopilaris, where an imbalance can lead to hair follicle damage. Treatments mentioned include prostaglandin analogs and Pioglitazone HCL, with a focus on maintaining prostaglandin equilibrium for potential hair regrowth.

      community Finasteride is Good for Heart Health!

      in Research/Science  119 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, may also benefit heart health. Some users discuss the potential negative effects of DHT on the heart and the balance between hair loss treatments and heart health.
      Is my hair condition still worth treating?

      community Is my hair condition still worth treating?

      in General  71 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 29-year-old considering hair loss treatment received advice to explore a theory on androgenic/anabolic balance and was encouraged to read a beginner's guide for better recovery chances. The user expressed gratitude and willingness to try the suggested approach.

      community Anyone else a non-responder to spiro?

      in Treatments  63 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning Spiro, Min, Fin, and RU. It highlights that Spiro is generally for women and can affect men's hormonal balance.