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research Why care about Linear Hair Growth Rates (LHGR)? A study using in vivo imaging and computer assisted image analysis after manual processing (CAIAMP) in unaffected male controls and men with male pattern hair loss (MPHL)

7 citations , September 2014 in “European Journal of Dermatology”

This study found a significant positive correlation between hair thickness and growth rate, with a notably slower growth rate observed in men with male pattern hair loss compared to healthy controls.

research Gender differences in scalp hair growth rates are maintained but reduced in pattern hair loss compared to controls

11 citations , November 2015 in “Skin Research and Technology”

This study found that individuals with patterned hair loss, both male and female, showed a slower linear hair growth rate compared to controls with hair of equal thickness.

research The impact of the lack of certain vitamins and minerals intake rate of hair loss in pregnant and breastfeeding women

September 2006 in “Baghdad Science Journal”

This study suggests a link between hair loss experienced during pregnancy and lactation and inadequate daily intake of certain nutrients.

research The impact of the lack of certain vitamins and minerals intake rate of hair loss in pregnant and breastfeeding women

September 2006 in “Baghdad Science Journal”

This study examines hair loss rates during pregnancy and lactation, suggesting a connection between hair loss and unmet daily nutritional requirements.

research Increased rate of hair keratin gene loss in the cetacean lineage

42 citations , January 2014 in “BMC Genomics”

This study highlights the loss of hair-type keratin genes in cetaceans compared to terrestrial mammals, suggesting a potential adaptive role linked to their hairless phenotype and habitat changes.

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community Hair Loss Ruins Your Mind: 10x rate of BDD. PF S is not real

in Research/Science 39 upvotes 7 months ago

Hair loss is linked to a higher rate of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), OCD, and depression. Finasteride and dutasteride are not linked to increased suicidal risk, though some users report mental health side effects.

community Common hair-loss drug consistently associated with higher rates of psychiatric harm

in Research/Science 183 upvotes 11 months ago

Finasteride and dutasteride can cause psychiatric side effects like depression and suicidal thoughts in some users, especially those with a history of mental health issues. While some users experience positive hair growth results, others face severe psychological effects, raising concerns about their safety and the need for careful monitoring.

community Rate my hair loss stack as of 3/18

1 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about a hair loss treatment regimen including finasteride, oral minoxidil, Stemoxydine, a multi-peptide serum, and ketoconazole. A suggestion was made to add dermastamping and tretinoin.

community Rate my Hair loss prevention stack

4 upvotes 9 months ago

The user is using a comprehensive hair loss prevention regimen including Dutasteride, RU58841, topical treatments, red light therapy, microneedling, and supplements like Nutrafol, while avoiding Minoxidil. They also supplement with vitamin D and zinc and plan to start testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in January.

community Any of you gym rats notice creatine hair loss?

6 upvotes 4 years ago

Creatine and heavy lifting may contribute to hair loss, but genetics play a significant role. Some users suggest treatments like finasteride and MSM powder to manage or prevent hair loss.

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learn Hair Transplant

What is the success rate of hair transplants? Clinics report high graft survival, but there is no independent overall success rate and results vary.
What is an FUE hair transplant? FUE removes follicles one at a time with a small punch. It avoids a line scar but leaves many small dot scars.
What are the complications after a hair transplant? Pain and swelling are common. Infection (about 1-2% in the few studies that reported a rate), folliculitis, shock loss, cysts, scarring, poor growth and, rarely, skin necrosis can occur.

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Stimulant used in hair shampoos and lotions

Does caffeine stimulate hair growth or only slow hair loss? Caffeine stimulates hair follicles in laboratory cultures, and one open-label, manufacturer-funded trial in 210 men found a 0.2% caffeine topical non-inferior to minoxidil 5% on an anagen-ratio endpoint. A 2025 systematic review found only a few small controlled trials, mostly rated low or very low quality, and none in alopecia areata.

learn Thymosin Beta 4

How is Thymosin Beta 4 typically incorporated into experimental or advanced hair growth products? Thymosin Beta 4 is not an ingredient in any approved hair-loss product; it is an unapproved research peptide sold online as TB-500, which the FDA flags for safety risks. Hair studies are in rats and mice only, with no human trials, and animal studies link Tβ4 to tumour spread.

learn GT20029

Experimental topical drug designed to break down androgen receptors

learn Clascoterone

Topical androgen-receptor blocker, approved as an acne cream

learn Microneedling

Technique that makes tiny punctures in the scalp with fine needles

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