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research Beyond Hirsutism: Hair Phenotypes as Clinical Signals for the Recognition of Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS): A Scoping Review Protocol

September 2026 in “Open Science Framework”

This review discusses the potential of integrated hair phenotypes as clinical signals for recognizing the recently renamed PMOS (formerly PCOS) and reports no new results; the authors emphasize the need for systematic mapping.

research Effect of body mass index (BMI) on phenotypic features of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in Singapore women: a prospective cross-sectional study

24 citations , April 2021 in “BMC women's health”

This study found that women with PCOS and high BMI exhibited significantly increased hair growth compared to non-PCOS women, suggesting an additive effect of body weight on this phenotype in PCOS.

research Androgen Levels Do Not Predict PCOS Phenotypes in Adolescents and Young Adults

March 2012 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology”

This study found that BMI was the only significant predictor of elevated androgen levels in adolescents with PCOS, and hyperandrogenemia was not linked to a specific PCOS phenotype.

research Hair follicle-derived mesenchymal cells support undifferentiated growth of embryonic stem cells

7 citations , March 2017 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine”

This study found that human hair follicle-derived mesenchymal stem cells effectively maintained human embryonic stem cells in an undifferentiated state, comparable to mouse embryonic fibroblasts under standard conditions.

research Phenotypic Characterization of Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in a Population from the Ecuadorian Andes: A Cross-Sectional Study

December 2023

In this study of Andean Ecuadorian women with PCOS, phenotypes A and B were more prevalent and associated with higher risks of insulin resistance, anovulation, and metabolic disorders compared to phenotypes C and D.

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community Finasteride and male phenotypes

5 upvotes 11 years ago

Finasteride's effectiveness and side effects may vary based on male phenotypes, with some users noting differences in response related to body and facial hair characteristics. Some users report success with lower doses, while others experience side effects, suggesting individual variability in response to the treatment.

community Sugar and Hair loss connections

in Research/Science 41 upvotes 1 year ago

High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.

community I don’t think my hair loss is caused by DHT – quitting finasteride after 3 months (1 mg). Need opinions

7 months ago

The user plans to stop finasteride after three months, believing hair loss isn't due to DHT, and will continue with oral minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They suspect stress and poor nutrition are the main causes and seek opinions on DHT blockers' effectiveness.

community Why do we have head hair in first place if we evolved to start losing it in some cases as soon as puberty hits

140 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair loss is influenced by genetics and sensitivity to hormones like DHT. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used, and baldness persists as it doesn't affect reproductive success.

community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

484 upvotes 2 years ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

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learn Osteopontin

signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

learn Hair Transplant

Can hair be taken from other parts of the body for hair transplantation? Body hair can be used for transplantation but is generally a secondary option.
Can body hair be used for a hair transplant? Body hair can be used for transplants but may have lower success rates.
Can beard hair be used for hair transplants? Beard hair can be effectively used for hair transplants, especially when scalp hair is limited.
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learn Aloe vera

What if aloe helps your body better absorb hair-boosting vitamins without you even noticing? Aloe may enhance vitamin absorption for hair health, but it's not a cure.

learn Adenosine

nucleoside used for hair regrowth stimulant properties

learn Biotin

supplement to help with hair texture and quality

learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn Microneedling

technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

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