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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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much-hyped research compound targeting prolactin receptor in scalp
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a signaling molecule from dermal papilla cells being actively researched
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research A Monoallelic Two-Hit Mechanism in PLCD1 Explains the Genetic Pathogenesis of Hereditary Trichilemmal Cyst Formation
A specific gene change plus an additional mutation in the same gene cause hereditary trichilemmal cysts.
research GWAS Identifies Three Susceptibility Loci for Trichilemmal Cysts
Three genes linked to the development of trichilemmal cysts were found.
research Current and Future Pharmacotherapy for Alopecia Areata
New treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Inherited Ichthyosis: Syndromic Forms
Understanding the genetics of rare inherited ichthyosis syndromes is key for better treatments and genetic counseling.
research PLCD1 and Pilar Cysts
The research linked PLCD1 gene variants to the development of trichilemmal cysts.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST
The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.
community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews
Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.
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 Spironolactone for 11 years, finasteride for almost 5 years, started oral minoxidil in November 😢 ended oral contraceptive in Dec.
A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hair loss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hair loss.
community Wtf have we been doing for the last 30 years
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride work but have side effects. A permanent cure is still not available due to the complexity of hair loss and limited investment.