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      community Hair loss research is a money grab

      in Chat  224 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.

      community Petition Alert: Let's Get PP405 Phase 3 Trials in Germany by 2026!

      in Research/Science  57 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user is advocating for Phase 3 trials of the hair loss treatment PP405 to be conducted in Germany, citing benefits like a diverse patient base and faster access for European patients. Despite skepticism about the petition's influence, the user believes it can demonstrate significant interest and potentially influence strategic decisions.

      community Sugar and Hair loss connections

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 10 months ago
      High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.