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    GlossaryHair Follicle Disorders

    range of conditions affecting hair growth and health

    Hair Follicle Disorders refer to a range of conditions that affect the hair follicles, the small structures in the skin from which hair grows. These disorders can lead to symptoms such as hair loss, inflammation, and abnormal hair growth patterns. Examples include alopecia areata, folliculitis, and trichotillomania. Understanding these conditions is crucial for both diagnosing and treating hair-related issues effectively.

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      glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

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      JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases

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      vitamin you should probably be taking for general health might also help your hair a little

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      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 9 months ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community How does hair loss and recovery work?

      in Chat  12 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.
      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 4 months ago
      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.