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research Banding Pattern on Polarized Hair Microscopic Examination and Unilateral Polymicrogyria in a Patient With Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency

13 citations , September 2011 in “Archives of dermatology”

This case report describes a 3-year-old male with X-linked ichthyosis and associated neurologic abnormalities, identifying an unusual cortical development malformation and suggesting that abnormal hair banding may assist diagnosis.

research A new approach to the bending properties of hair fibers.

2 citations , January 2002 in “PubMed”

This study introduces a new test using a pendulum device to assess the bending stiffness of hair fibers, which can evaluate the effects of different hair treatments.

research Balding hair follicle dermal papilla cells contain higher levels of androgen receptors than those from non-balding scalp

227 citations , January 1998 in “Journal of Endocrinology”

This study found that dermal papilla cells from balding scalp hair follicles have significantly higher levels of androgen receptors than those from non-balding follicles, supporting their in vivo androgen response.

research Dihydrotestosterone-Inducible Dickkopf 1 from Balding Dermal Papilla Cells Causes Apoptosis in Follicular Keratinocytes

171 citations , July 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

The researchers reported that DHT-inducible DKK-1 may play a significant role in DHT-driven balding by inhibiting hair follicle cell growth and promoting apoptosis in androgenetic alopecia.

research Minoxidil Stimulates Cutaneous Blood Flow in Human Balding Scalps: Pharmacodynamics Measured by Laser Doppler Velocimetry and Photopulse Plethysmography

137 citations , May 1984 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Minoxidil increases blood flow in balding scalps, possibly reversing hair loss.

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community balding at 18 has robbed me of my joy

54 upvotes 1 week ago

An 18-year-old with hair loss since age 14 is using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride. They are considering antiandrogens and hair transplants while facing emotional and social challenges.

community Balding young is one of the most unfair things ever

371 upvotes 2 months ago

A 19-year-old is frustrated with early balding and is using finasteride and minoxidil, hoping for improvement. Others share similar experiences and suggest additional treatments like microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.

community Balding for 15 Years, Started Treatment as an Experiment in April — 11 Week Update

170 upvotes 3 months ago

A 37-year-old man has been using a hair loss treatment for 11 weeks, including topical minoxidil, finasteride, tretinoin, dermastamping, and Nizoral shampoo, and is surprised by the progress, noting thicker and longer vellus hairs. He plans to continue and possibly escalate to oral treatments if needed, reporting no side effects so far.

community Balding recovery (26M), is there still hope?

5 upvotes 4 months ago

A 26-year-old male is using oral dutasteride, minoxidil, and Vitamin D3/K2 for hair regrowth, experiencing shedding but no side effects. He hopes for further improvement and possibly a future hair transplant.

community Balding young sucks, and here is why.

in Chat 24 upvotes 5 months ago

A young person regrets not starting hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride earlier, leading to significant balding by age 19. They discuss the importance of early intervention and the impact of societal perceptions on those experiencing hair loss.

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learn Hair Transplant

Does a hair transplant stop future hair loss? A hair transplant does not stop future hair loss in untreated areas.
What causes male pattern baldness? Male pattern baldness is caused by genetic sensitivity to the hormone DHT.
Can you go bald after a hair transplant? Yes, you can still go bald after a hair transplant due to thinning native hair.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Is scalp micropigmentation suitable for all types of hair loss? Providers say scalp micropigmentation suits many types of hair loss. Some conditions need a diagnosis first, and some can recover or regrow on their own.
What is Scalp Micropigmentation and how does it help people with visible hair loss? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of hair follicles on the scalp for visible hair loss.

learn Cyproterone

a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

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