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    GlossaryHair Matrix Cells

    specialized cells that produce and support hair growth

    Hair matrix cells are specialized cells located at the base of the hair follicle. They are responsible for producing the hair shaft and the inner root sheath, which support and protect the growing hair. These cells rapidly divide and differentiate, contributing to hair growth and regeneration.

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      community Great news recently for people with hairloss!

      in Research/Science  113 upvotes 1 week ago
      A potential treatment for alopecia involving a protein that calms hair follicles has shown promise in rats, but skepticism remains about its applicability to humans. Many users express doubt about the timeline for effective hair loss treatments, comparing it to past unfulfilled promises.
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      in Research  830 upvotes 8 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.