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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions
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mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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% free PSA and urinary markers help better identify prostate cancer.
research Raman Spectroscopy Reveals Biophysical Markers in Skin Cancer Surgical Margins
Raman spectroscopy can help identify cancerous skin tissue during surgery.
research Keratins in Health and Cancer: More Than Mere Epithelial Cell Markers
Keratins help protect cells, aid in cancer diagnosis, and influence cancer behavior and treatment.
research Mitochondrial-Related Genes as Prognostic and Metastatic Markers in Breast Cancer: Insights from Comprehensive Analysis and Clinical Models
Mitochondrial genes help predict breast cancer outcomes and spread.
research LGR5 Is a Marker of Poor Prognosis in Glioblastoma and Is Required for Survival of Brain Cancer Stem-Like Cells
High LGR5 levels in glioblastoma indicate poor prognosis and are essential for cancer stem cell survival.
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5 / 987 resultscommunity September 2021 update from Dr. Kang-Yell Choi [Korean "cure"]
Dr. Kang-Yell Choi's company, CK Regeon, is developing a drug called KY19382 for hair regeneration, which involves creating fine wounds to activate stem cells. The drug is in the formulation development stage, targeting markets like the US and Korea.
community What are your thoughts on pre-finasteride blood work?
The user is considering resuming finasteride after a 6-month break and is debating the necessity of extensive blood work, including hormone and health markers, to establish a baseline. They are unsure if the tests are necessary since they experienced no side effects previously.
community Hair follicle cloning is already possible
Hair follicle cloning is claimed to be possible but not widely available due to potential safety issues, such as cancer risks. Current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are not effective for everyone, and there is frustration over limited access to these medications.
community Average r/bald user complaining
Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, focusing on their effectiveness and side effects. It also highlights the disparity in medical research funding between hair loss and conditions like endometriosis.
community Ray Peat: Testosterone Isn’t the Culprit, Prolactin and Cortisol Drive Hair Loss (2016)
Prolactin and cortisol are identified as key factors in hair loss, with stress hormones impacting hair shedding. Finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments, while DHT's role and individual sensitivity are significant factors.