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    GlossaryEmpty Hair Follicles

    hair follicles not currently producing hair strands

    Empty hair follicles, also known as inactive or vacant hair follicles, refer to hair follicles that are not currently producing hair. This can occur due to various reasons such as the natural hair growth cycle, hormonal changes, or conditions like alopecia. In these cases, the follicle remains intact but is not actively generating a hair shaft.

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      community 21, female, diagnosed with MPB. What do I do?

      in Female  14 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.

      community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  92 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.

      community Do mens shampoo for hair loss help with balding?

      in Research/Science  44 upvotes 1 week ago
      Shampoos, including those with ketoconazole, may offer mild benefits for hair health but are not effective for stopping hair loss or balding. Effective treatments for hair loss include finasteride and minoxidil, often used together, while shampoos are generally not on the scalp long enough to impact hair follicles significantly.