June 2013 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature”
A substance called FGF9 from certain immune cells can trigger new hair growth during wound healing in mice, but humans may not have the same response due to fewer of these cells.
A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHTto cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching outto experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.
Hair follicles usually go dormant rather than die, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hormone therapy can sometimes reactivate them, though results vary. Complete regrowth is rare, especially in long-term bald areas, but some individuals see significant improvement with these treatments.
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.
Hair cloning and injection of dermal papilla cells are discussed, with skepticism abouttheir availability by 2023. Users mention Minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants as currenttreatments.