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GlossaryCyclic Alopecia

hair loss occurs in recurring cycles

Cyclic Alopecia refers to a condition where hair loss occurs in a recurring pattern or cycle. This means that periods of hair shedding are followed by periods of hair regrowth, creating a repetitive cycle. It can be influenced by various factors, including hormonal changes, stress, or underlying medical conditions.

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research Cyclic Alopecia and Abnormal Epidermal Cornification in Zdhhc13-Deficient Mice Reveal the Importance of Palmitoylation in Hair and Skin Differentiation

16 citations, June 2015 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

The enzyme DHHC13 is essential for healthy hair and skin, and its deficiency leads to hair loss and skin problems.

Secretory Phospholipase A2-IIA Overexpressing Mice Exhibit Cyclic Alopecia Mediated Through Aberrant Hair Shaft Differentiation and Impaired Wound Healing Response

research Secretory Phospholipase A2-IIA Overexpressing Mice Exhibit Cyclic Alopecia Mediated Through Aberrant Hair Shaft Differentiation and Impaired Wound Healing Response

7 citations, September 2017 in “Scientific Reports”

Mice with too much sPLA₂-IIA have hair loss and poor wound healing due to abnormal hair growth and stem cell depletion.

research Recurring Chemotherapy-Associated Alopecia Areata: Case Report and Literature Review

8 citations, January 2003 in “Pharmacotherapy: The Journal of Human Pharmacology and Drug Therapy”

Chemotherapy may cause recurring hair loss due to an autoimmune response.

research Distinct Mechanisms Underlie Pattern Formation in the Skin and Skin Appendages

25 citations, September 2006 in “Birth Defects Research”

Different processes create patterns in skin and things like hair and feathers.

research A Pair of Transmembrane Receptors Essential for the Retention and Pigmentation of Hair

11 citations, May 2012 in “Genesis”

Bmpr2 and Acvr2a receptors are crucial for hair retention and color.

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community Meta analysis: Topical or mesotherapy dutasteride is more effective than topical finasteride in the treatment of AGA in men

in Research/Science 19 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical Dutasteride is more effective than topical Finasteride for treating AGA in men, with fewer side effects. Mesotherapy with Dutasteride, administered every 3 months, shows promising results for hair regrowth and maintenance without daily routines or significant side effects.

community 6.5 Month Progression 33/Female

in Female 44 upvotes 1 year ago

Maintaining scalp hair and minimizing shedding, treatments used such as Procapil, supplements, topical caffeine, topical estrogen, and scalp massage; suggestions for anagen extenders or pharmaceuticals to help with a short anagen phase.

community Fin and Oral Minoxidil completely changed my hair texture (8months progress)

in Progress Pictures 353 upvotes 3 months ago

Finasteride and oral minoxidil significantly improved hair texture and thickness over 8 months. The user also experienced increased hair growth on the beard and eyebrows.

community (M28) 3 months progress on minoxidil 5%

in Progress Pictures 76 upvotes 8 months ago

A 28-year-old male showed hair regrowth after 3 months using 5% liquid minoxidil twice daily and weekly dermarolling with a 1mm roller. Someone suggested adding finasteride to the treatment.

community 6 Month results video (47 y/o, 46 when I started). Various products, discontinued due to scalp irritation and eventually landed on Fin/Min spray starting at week 6. Dermarolled 0.50mm once per week.

in Progress Pictures 347 upvotes 4 months ago

A 47-year-old user shared their 6-month hair loss treatment results using a Fin/Min spray and weekly dermarolling. They experienced scalp irritation with other products but found success with the Hims Fin/Min spray, noting improvements around the 5th month.