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laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Histologic Changes in the Skin of Hairless Mice Following Peeling With Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid can safely exfoliate and regenerate skin without causing inflammation.
research Significant Damage of the Skin and Hair Following Hair Bleaching
Hair bleaching causes significant damage to hair and skin.
research Clinical and Histopathological Features of Itch in Patients with Alopecia Areata
Some patients with Alopecia Areata experience itch due to immune cells and enzymes that cause itching.
research Single Dose Gamma Irradiation Induced Angiogenesis in Rat Skin Hair Follicles
Gamma irradiation can stimulate hair growth by promoting new blood vessel formation.
research Structural Changes in Human Skin After Topical Application of Glucocorticoids Assessed by In Vivo Imaging Technologies
Topical glucocorticoids thin the skin and change collagen structure.
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5 / 73 resultscommunity Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work
Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.
community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones
A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community Is it possible for androgenic alopecia to begin at early adolescent years?
Hair loss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.
community How all hormones affect our hair follicles. Not just DHT. Take a look at this paper. Prolactin, melatonin, cortisol, progesterone, testosterone and more
The conversation discusses various factors affecting hair loss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hair loss.