This study found that dermal papilla-like tissues derived from canine adipose stem cells promoted new hair follicle formation and increased vascularization in athymic nude mice.
This study found that hairloss in Chesapeake Bay retrievers may be related to abnormal production of adrenal sex hormones, with further research needed to explore its heritability and treatment options.
This study mapped gene expression in different skin structures of dogs, finding similarities to humans that support using dogs as models for human skin diseases.
July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
Discoid lupus erythematosus involves immune activation and fibrosis around hair follicles, with shared pathways across humans, dogs, and mice, suggesting potential treatments for both humans and animals.
A person was concerned about applying minoxidil and tretinoin in a public airport bathroom, fearing judgment from others. Most responses reassured them that no one cares, suggesting they apply it in a stall or skip a dose without worry.
The conversation discusses hairloss patterns and treatments, with one person using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and another using ketoconazole shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis. Despite using these treatments, the original poster experiences minimal hairloss in the shower but still notices thinning.
The conversation discusses hairloss and the potential impact of diet and lifestyle changes, particularly increased protein intake, on hair health. The original poster shared their experience of improved hair appearance after weight loss and dietary changes, despite skepticism from others about lighting differences in photos and the effectiveness of diet alone without finasteride or minoxidil.
A 20-year-old female with PCOS is experiencing hairloss and excessive facial hair. She is using ketoconazole and caffeine shampoos, microneedling, and considering anti-androgens like finasteride, but is cautious about minoxidil due to facial hair concerns.
A 20-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding for nearly 10 months, despite using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and is concerned about chronic telogen effluvium. He has been supplementing with vitamins and minerals but remains unsure of the cause.