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research The Inflammatory Component of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia, a genetic disorder affecting up to 50% of adults, is caused by an excessive response to androgens leading to hair follicle shrinkage. Treatments include FDA-approved drugs, other therapies like low-dose oral minoxidil, and hair transplantation.
research Cytokine Profiling in Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Androgenic Alopecia and Leptin Connections
Certain inflammatory molecules and leptin may contribute to hair loss in cicatricial alopecia.
research New Insight Into the Pathophysiology of Hair Loss Trigger a Paradigm Shift in the Treatment Approach
New research suggests treating hair loss should focus on common inflammation rather than individual molecules.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Under Dynamic Optical Coherence Tomography
D-OCT shows increased blood vessel growth in response to tissue damage in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and is useful for diagnosis and monitoring.
research An Overview of the Genetic Aspects of Hair Loss and Its Connection with Nutrition
Hair loss is influenced by genetics, diet, and lifestyle, but more research is needed on nutrition's role.
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5 / 371 resultscommunity Forgotten Hair Loss Peptide by L'Oreal: KPV
KPV, a peptide patented by L'Oreal, may promote hair growth and reduce hair loss by extending the anagen phase and has anti-inflammatory properties. It could be combined with treatments like minoxidil for enhanced effects.
community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil
A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.
community Can we try, collectively, a little zix experiment?
User suggests a DIY zix formula for hair loss treatment and shares personal success with it. Another user disagrees, calling zix a "snake oil potion" and advises finding a real treatment instead.
community Min for a year on hairline no results
Minoxidil and finasteride have not improved the user's hairline after a year. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, or considering a hair transplant for better results.
community Dutasteride has been nuking me
The user experienced significant hair loss after 9 months of using 0.5mg dutasteride and oral minoxidil, possibly due to alopecia areata. It is advised to consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment, as dutasteride and finasteride may not be effective.