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Glossary Follicle-Stimulating Hormone

hormone that regulates reproductive processes in both sexes

Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) is a crucial hormone produced by the pituitary gland that plays a key role in reproductive health. In women, FSH stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles, which are essential for egg development and estrogen production. In men, it promotes the production of sperm by acting on the Sertoli cells in the testes.

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research Association of follicle-stimulating hormone receptor gene ser680 asn (rs6166) polymorphism with polycystic ovarian syndrome

4 citations , January 2016 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology”

This study found that the FSHR Ser680Asn (rs6166) gene polymorphism is associated with an increased risk of PCOS in the examined population and could serve as a molecular biomarker for identifying risk.

Hormonal and Immunological Correlations in Alopecia Areata Patients: Focus on Luteinizing Hormone and Follicle Stimulating Hormone

research Hormonal and Immunological Correlations in Alopecia Areata Patients: Focus on Luteinizing Hormone (LH) and Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)

February 2026 in “South Asian Research Journal of Biology and Applied Biosciences”

In this study, patients with alopecia areata had significantly higher levels of luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone compared to healthy controls, suggesting a link between hormone levels and the disease.

research Human Female Hair Follicles Are a Direct, Nonclassical Target for Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone

90 citations , December 2008 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Thyroid-stimulating hormone affects hair follicles but doesn't change hair growth or color.

research [Effect of Tribulus terrestris extract on melanocyte-stimulating hormone expression in mouse hair follicles].

7 citations , December 2006

In this study, oral Tribulus terrestris extract significantly increased MSH expression in mouse hair follicle melanocytes, suggesting enhanced melanocyte activity and migration.

research INTERACTION OF α-MELANOCYTE-STIMULATING HORMONE, MELATONIN, CYCLIC AMP AND CYCLIC GMP IN THE CONTROL OF MELANOGENESIS IN HAIR FOLLICLE MELANOCYTES IN VITRO

53 citations , July 1981 in “Journal of Endocrinology”

In this study, α-MSH and cyclic AMP were found to stimulate melanogenesis in hair follicle cultures, while cyclic GMP and melatonin inhibited melanin production but not tyrosinase activity.

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community How true is the statement: dead follicles don't grow back?

112 upvotes 1 year ago

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.

community Mallia Aesthetics achieves key regulatory steps for novel sCD83-derived ingredient for hair growth

24 upvotes 1 year ago

Mallia Aesthetics has developed MAL-838, a hormone-free product derived from sCD83, which stimulates hair growth without disrupting the skin microbiome. sCD83 promotes hair growth by activating hair follicles and preventing cell death, offering a localized treatment without systemic side effects.

community PP405: The Ultimate Hair Loss Drug for Complete Hair Growth

211 upvotes 1 year ago

PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in phase 2 trials that may promote hair growth by increasing lactate production and activating hair follicle stem cells. It could potentially replace hormone-disrupting treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community I think we should all keep an eye out for Pelage PP405. February 2025 will be interesting.

118 upvotes 1 year ago

Pelage PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in trials, potentially reactivating dormant hair follicles without affecting hormones. Results are expected in February 2025, offering an alternative to minoxidil and finasteride.

community Pre-Finisteride DHT & Hormone Blood Panel

3 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the cost and insurance coverage of a comprehensive hormone and DHT blood panel for hair loss, with a focus on finasteride treatment. The user seeks a cheaper alternative to a $700 panel recommended in a video.

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