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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 Supplementary Material for: The Role of Fibrosis in Androgenetic Alopecia: Mechanisms and Implications
Combining anti-androgenic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fibrotic treatments may improve hair loss outcomes.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.
research Response to Pavlović’s Response to Li et al.'s Therapeutic Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma Combining with Microneedling and Topical Minoxidil in Refractory Severe Androgenic Alopecia
Combining PRP with microneedling and minoxidil may help treat severe hair loss.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Versus Lichen Planopilaris: A Clinicopathological Study
The conclusion is that FFA and LPP have similar scalp biopsy features, making them hard to distinguish histologically, and FFA may be a specific kind of scarring hair loss.
research Correlation Between Clinical Features, Biochemical Parameters, and Histopathological Findings in Women with Patterned Baldness: A Study from North India
Patterned hair loss in women is linked to hormonal imbalances and biochemical changes, and should be evaluated for underlying health issues.
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5 / 258 resultscommunity Is microneedling still worth it if I’m on oral minoxidil?
Microneedling may still be beneficial for those on oral minoxidil due to its effects on tissue repair and blood flow, not just absorption. Some users report mixed results, and the effectiveness of combining microneedling with oral treatments remains debated.
community Quote from Pelage (PP-405) Spokesperson...
Pelage is developing a topical hair follicle stem cell therapy, PP405, for non-scarring alopecias like androgenetic alopecia, with Phase III trials planned and a potential market launch by 2027. The treatment may not require continuous use after initial regrowth.
community 2.5 years 1mg finasteride daily
Significant hair regrowth was achieved after 2.5 years of taking 1 mg finasteride daily, without using minoxidil or microneedling. Minor side effects included a slightly thinner beard and longer time to finish during sex.
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 Results from 272 diode Red Light Therapy hat exclusively.
A user reported noticeable hair regrowth using a 272 diode red light therapy hat over 11 months without Minoxidil or Finasteride. Opinions vary on its effectiveness compared to traditional treatments, with some suggesting combining therapies for better results.