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glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin
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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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research Influence of TRPV3 Mutation on Hair Growth Cycle in Mice
The TRPV3 gene mutation affects hair growth by keeping mice in the growth phase longer, which could help treat hair loss.
research A Comment on Psychological Distress and Women’s Hair Loss Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased hair loss and psychological distress in women.
research Telogen Effluvium Post-COVID
COVID-19 may cause increased hair loss, but the exact reason is unclear and standard hair loss treatments are recommended.
research Comorbidities In Patients With Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: A Case-Control Study
Patients with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia often have higher rates of metabolic, autoimmune, and atopic conditions, as well as anxiety and depression.
research Clinical Picture, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Outcome of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in Children
Children generally have milder SARS symptoms than adults, with good outcomes and no deaths reported, but long-term effects are unclear.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?
Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.
community Hair Transplant Truths – Part 1
Hair transplants in Turkey often involve high-volume, low-quality procedures with untrained staff, leading to unreliable results. Many users recommend choosing experienced surgeons who perform fewer surgeries per day, even if it means paying more in countries like Switzerland, Spain, or Thailand.
community 6 months before and after pics: VDPHL01 (oral minoxidil)
A user shared their positive experience with a clinical trial for a new oral medication, VDPHL01, which is a reformulated version of oral minoxidil taken at a high dose of 17mg daily, showing significant hair regrowth after six months. The user noted that this formulation is believed to be more effective and time-released, with fewer side effects compared to regular oral minoxidil.
community 38M: High DHT Levels and Considering Finasteride/Minoxidil for Slow Hair Loss
A 38-year-old is considering using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, despite already having significantly reduced DHT levels. They are unsure whether to try finasteride, minoxidil, or topical finasteride to see if it affects their hair loss progression.
community 3 years on fin and 1 year on min. Diffuse thinner Asian hair. More hair than high school.
A user's experience with using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss; they experienced minimal regrowth with finasteride alone, but significant regrowth with the combination of finasteride and minoxidil.