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protein inhibiting bone morphogenetic proteins, affecting hair growth

Gremlin is a protein that acts as an antagonist to bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs), which are involved in various cellular processes including hair follicle development and growth. By inhibiting BMPs, Gremlin can influence hair growth cycles and has been studied for its potential role in conditions like alopecia, where hair loss occurs.

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research Gremlin-1 Level in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Its Clinical Correlations: A Case Control Study

May 2023 in “Journal of Pakistan Medical Association”

People with polycystic ovary syndrome have higher levels of Gremlin-1.

research Metformin Effects on Blood Levels of Gremlin-1 in Polycystic Ovarian Women

April 2023 in “PubMed”

Metformin lowers gremlin-1 and improves insulin resistance in women with PCOS.

research Stem Cells and the Niche: A Dynamic Duo

333 citations, February 2010 in “Cell Stem Cell”

Stem cell niches are crucial for regulating stem cell behavior and tissue health, and their decline can impact aging and cancer.

research Shh Maintains Dermal Papilla Identity and Hair Morphogenesis via a Noggin–Shh Regulatory Loop

138 citations, June 2012 in “Genes & Development”

Sonic hedgehog signaling is crucial for hair growth and maintaining hair follicle identity.

research Runx Family Genes in Tissue Stem Cell Dynamics

6 citations, January 2017 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology”

Runx genes are important for stem cell regulation and their roles in aging and disease need more research.

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community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

in Research/Science 46 upvotes 10 months ago

RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

community High DHT with finasteride. Help!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 9 months ago

Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.