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GlossaryAndrogenetic Alopecia (FPB)

genetic hair loss influenced by androgens, often hereditary

Androgenetic Alopecia, commonly known as Male Pattern Baldness or Female Pattern Baldness, is a genetic condition characterized by progressive hair thinning and loss. It is influenced by androgens (male hormones) and typically follows a recognizable pattern, such as a receding hairline in men and diffuse thinning on the crown in women. This condition is the most common cause of hair loss, affecting both genders, and is often hereditary.

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research Analysis of Genetic Polymorphisms of Steroid 5α-Reductase Type 1 and 2 Genes in Korean Men with Androgenetic Alopecia

15 citations, April 2003 in “Journal of Dermatological Science”

Gene differences may affect baldness treatment response in Korean men.

research Efficacy and Safety of Combination Therapy in Androgenetic Alopecia: Randomized Uncontrolled Evaluator Blind Study

October 2017 in “World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, International Journal of Medical and Health Sciences”

Combination therapy with higher concentrations of minoxidil can lead to rapid hair growth in pattern baldness with no significant side effects.

research Hair Loss in Men and Women: Medical and Surgical Treatments for Androgenic Alopecia

April 2019 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery”

The document concludes that ongoing medical therapy is crucial for preventing hair loss, and surgical options can restore hair, with future treatments for hair loss being promising.

research Ethinylestradiol/Chlormadinone Acetate for Use in Dermatological Disorders

4 citations, September 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

Ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate may be an effective and well-tolerated treatment for skin conditions caused by excess androgens.

research Recent Progress in Prostaglandin F2α Ethanolamide (Prostamide F2α) Research and Therapeutics

43 citations, July 2013 in “Pharmacological reviews”

New research on prostamide F2α has led to treatments for glaucoma and eyelash growth and may have more medical uses.

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community Hair theory Scar tissue and Verteporfin

in Chat 24 upvotes 8 months ago

A user suggests that deeper microneedling with Verteporfin injections might help regrow hair in areas with scar tissue, alongside a DHT blocker. Another user explains that hair loss might be due to reduced Wnt/β-Catenin signaling and suggests that treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling could potentially reverse it.

community Thoughts on platelet-rich plasma therapy

in Treatment 3 upvotes 4 months ago

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for hair loss is expensive, painful, and often ineffective, with mixed reviews on its benefits. Alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are suggested as more reliable options.

community I told bro he gotta get on fin asap

in Satire 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, as well as vitamins, supplements, and scalp biopsy. A joke was made about Feline Pattern Baldness in cats.

community Progression blindness? 4 months Spironoloctone 50mg twice a day

in Progress Pictures 102 upvotes 9 months ago

User shared progress on hair regrowth after 4 months of Spironolactone and iron infusions for Androgenic Alopecia. They see some improvement but struggle with perception; others note significant improvement.

community Is topical Minoxidil not meant for frontal baldness?

in Minoxidil 93 upvotes 2 years ago

The effectiveness of topical Minoxidil for frontal baldness and the differences between brands. Suggestions are made to use Finasteride and RU58841 in combination with Minoxidil to help treat hair loss.

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