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research Identification of the cell lineage at the origin of basal cell carcinoma

351 citations , February 2010 in “Nature Cell Biology”

Basal cell carcinoma mostly starts from cells in the upper skin layers, not hair follicle stem cells.

research Identification of Stem Cell Populations in Sweat Glands and Ducts Reveals Roles in Homeostasis and Wound Repair

265 citations , July 2012 in “Cell”

This study found multipotent progenitors in sweat ducts that become unipotent after sweat gland development, highlighting distinct regenerative capabilities in adult glandular skin stem cell populations.

research Identification and Characterization of a Novel Lysophosphatidic Acid Receptor, p2y5/LPA6

253 citations , April 2009 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry”

This study found that p2y5 functions as a novel LPA receptor involved in the G13-Rho signaling pathway, with implications for human hair growth, and proposes renaming it to LPA6.

research Identification of a secreted BMP antagonist, ectodin, integrating BMP, FGF, and SHH signals from the tooth enamel knot

243 citations , October 2003 in “Developmental biology”

This study identified ectodin as a novel BMP inhibitor that modulates BMP signaling in ectodermal development by interacting with SHH and FGF pathways.

research IDENTIFICATION OF RELAY CELLS AND INTERNEURONS IN THE CUNEATE NUCLEUS

201 citations , November 1964 in “Journal of neurophysiology”

The cuneate nucleus has two main neuron types: relay neurons and interneurons.

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community Idiots guide to getting a transplant overseas

3 upvotes 1 week ago

A user is planning a hair transplant in Turkey and seeks advice on the process. Responses suggest arranging everything before traveling, including sending scalp photos to clinics, securing a surgeon's name, and ensuring a fixed graft count, while warning against low-quality clinics and fake reviews.

community I stopped taking Min and deeply regretted it.

in Progress Pictures 578 upvotes 4 months ago

Stopping Minoxidil caused significant hair loss, which was mostly regained after resuming 1mg Finasteride and 3mg oral Minoxidil. Consistent use of both treatments is essential for maintaining hair growth.

community I gotta have "the talk" with my girlfriend

in Chat 139 upvotes 5 months ago

A man is worried about telling his girlfriend he uses finasteride for hair loss. Most responses suggest it's not a big deal and advise being open if it comes up naturally.

community I’m considering stopping finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 157 upvotes 8 months ago

The user is considering stopping finasteride due to depression, anxiety, and difficulty building muscle, despite its effectiveness in stopping hair loss. Suggestions include reducing the dose, switching to topical solutions, or consulting a doctor for alternatives like dutasteride or RU58841.

community I can’t believe it’s actually coming back

907 upvotes 10 months ago

A user experienced positive hair regrowth after 9 months using Dutasteride (0.5mg daily) and oral Minoxidil (2.5mg daily) without side effects and plans a hair transplant. They noted the cost-effectiveness of oral Minoxidil and discussed hair loss treatments, including Finasteride.

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learn Hair Transplant

Who is an ideal candidate for a beard transplant? Ideal candidates for a beard transplant have patchy growth and sufficient donor hair.
How long should I wait between hair transplant procedures? Wait 6 to 12 months between hair transplant procedures for optimal results.
Is there an age limit for hair transplantation? There is no strict age limit for hair transplantation, but ideal candidates are typically between 25 and 65.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Do I need time off work after my scalp micropigmentation? You typically don't need time off work after scalp micropigmentation.

learn Finasteride

Do you want finasteride to penetrate better? The ideal solvent to maximize its effect. Formulation sources describe propylene glycol and microemulsion vehicles as increasing how much topical finasteride crosses the skin, but better penetration has not been shown to mean better hair results, and it also raises systemic exposure. The vehicle and strength are decisions for a prescriber or compounding pharmacist.

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