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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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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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much-hyped research compound targeting prolactin receptor in scalp
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research Genetic Prediction of Male Pattern Baldness Based on Large Independent Datasets
New models predict male pattern baldness better than old ones but still need improvement.
research Prediction of Male-Pattern Baldness from Genotypes
Genetic data can predict male-pattern baldness with moderate accuracy, especially for early-onset cases in some European men.
research Uncovering the Genetic Architecture and Evolutionary Roots of Androgenetic Alopecia in African Men
Genetic predictions of baldness in Europeans don't apply well to African men.
research Uncovering the Genetic Architecture and Evolutionary Roots of Androgenetic Alopecia in African Men
The research found that genetic factors for male pattern baldness in African men differ significantly from those in Europeans.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Men: An Update on Genetics
Androgenetic alopecia in men is genetic and linked to health issues like obesity and heart disease, with treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity The meds work: my dad at 23 yo vs me at 35 yo
Finasteride and oral minoxidil effectively maintain a youthful appearance and full head of hair, despite genetic predispositions to balding. The discussion also considers the impact of DHT blockers on masculinity and aging, with lifestyle choices like sunscreen use and a vegetarian diet mentioned.
community 9 month progress: (1mg fin daily, 5% twice min daily, keto shampoo 3x per week)
A 23 year old's 9 month progress with hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil and keto shampoo, and others sharing their experiences and results with similar treatments.
community [22m] Is it time for a transplant?
A 22-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride and is considering a hair transplant but lacks funds. The discussion includes advice on treatments like dutasteride, microneedling, and lifestyle changes, with mixed opinions on the timing and effectiveness of a transplant at a young age.
community My strong recommendation for those shedding hair
A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hair loss.
community "How can you have such nice hair when most people your age are balding"
A 22-year-old who had a hair transplant and is on medication has nice hair, which was complimented by their grandmother. Another person is 8 months post-transplant and taking dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and biotin but hasn't seen results yet.