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      learn Osteopontin

      signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

      learn Minoxidil

      An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record

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      Pathophysiology of Behçet's Disease

      research Pathophysiology of Behçet's Disease

      34 citations, October 2011 in “Pathology Research International”
      Behçet's Disease may be caused by genetic and environmental factors leading to abnormal immune responses, and stress management and new treatments could improve patient outcomes.
      Cardiac Biopsy in Myocarditis

      research Cardiac Biopsy in Myocarditis

      2 citations, October 1990 in “The Lancet”
      Some people have a genetic variation that makes them less effective at breaking down drugs.
      Angiogenesis and Minoxidil

      research Angiogenesis and Minoxidil

      4 citations, October 1990 in “The Lancet”
      Minoxidil might cause blood vessel-related skin lesions when applied to the scalp.
      Intermittent Nitrate Transdermal Therapy

      research Intermittent Nitrate Transdermal Therapy

      1 citations, October 1990 in “The Lancet”
      Using minoxidil for hair growth may cause skin lesions in some people, and taking breaks from nitrate patches for angina might worsen symptoms.

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      community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

      in Microneedling  295 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

      community Do you keep gains if you stop microneedling?

      in Microneedling  15 upvotes 4 days ago
      Stopping microneedling may result in losing hair gains, as it enhances the effectiveness of treatments like minoxidil. Combining microneedling with minoxidil and finasteride is more effective than using microneedling alone.

      community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

      in Treatment  42 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

      community What can be the real reason of Finasteride SE ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Finasteride can cause side effects like erectile dysfunction and decreased libido, possibly due to increased estradiol from testosterone aromatization, especially in those with higher body fat. Side effects vary widely and may also be influenced by genetic factors or neurosteroid inhibition.

      community Sugar and Hair loss connections

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 2 months ago
      High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.