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research Clinical relevance of hair microscopy in alopecia

15 citations , July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

This review discusses the role of hair microscopy in diagnosing alopecia, stating that while it excludes diagnoses related to hair breakage, it only confirms nonspecific short anagen in alopecia cases.

research Forkhead/winged-helix transcription factor whn regulates hair keratin gene expression: Molecular analysis of theNude skin phenotype

75 citations , April 2000 in “Developmental Dynamics”

This study suggests that the structural integrity and physical proximity of Whn's DNA binding and activation domains are crucial for hair keratin gene activation and may explain the nude phenotype.

research Inherited Acrodermatitis Enteropathica

April 2025 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology”

This case report describes a 7-month-old girl diagnosed with acrodermatitis enteropathica, linked to low zinc levels, whose skin lesions improved significantly after zinc supplementation.

research The Health Benefits of Hair Transplant Surgery

2 citations , May 2025 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal”

This review highlights that hair transplantation can be a reconstructive treatment for various types of alopecia, including secondary scarring, congenital, and select primary scarring and nonscarring dermatological alopecias.

research LncRNA H19 inhibited dermal papilla cell senescence process through miR-29a by targeting Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway

April 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

This research observed that overexpression of lncRNA H19 in human dermal papilla cells inhibited cell senescence and maintained hair follicle-inducing abilities by activating the Wnt signaling pathway, suggesting potential therapeutic strategies for androgenetic alopecia.

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community Will pp405 have to be inserted rectally for full benefits?

33 upvotes 9 months ago

Pp405 is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with humorous suggestions about rectal administration for increased effectiveness. Users joke about unconventional methods and express willingness to try anything for hair regrowth.

community Akkermansia improves testosterone-induced hair growth inhibition.

4 upvotes 2 years ago

Akkermansia bacteria can improve hair growth inhibited by testosterone, and metformin may increase Akkermansia, which could help with hair loss related to aging, insulin resistance, and inflammation.

community Compared to the hair of your father at your age how is your hair doing?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 29 upvotes 3 years ago

How people's hair is compared to their fathers' at the same age, with some users noting that they have inherited different genes from either parent and are using treatments such as finasteride for hair loss.

community No hair loss progress in 11 years. Why did my baldness stop?

21 upvotes 4 days ago

Hair loss can stop or slow down unpredictably, often due to genetic factors and hormone sensitivity. Some individuals experience early hairline changes that stabilize without treatment.

community Creatine causes hair loss zzzzz

87 upvotes 10 months ago

Creatine is humorously blamed for hair loss, with users sharing exaggerated and satirical experiences. Some users report no hair loss with creatine, while others mention using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride to manage hair loss.

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learn Ecklonia Cava

Can Ecklonia cava slow hair loss in people with androgenetic alopecia? Ecklonia cava inhibited the DHT-making enzyme in a laboratory study, but it has not been tested for hair loss in people.

learn Azelaic Acid

acne and rosacea medicine with laboratory anti-androgen activity and one small hair-loss trial

learn Biotin

A B-vitamin often sold for hair; a 2017 review found benefit reported only in people with an underlying deficiency or condition. The FDA warns that high doses can make some blood tests wrong.

learn Neem Oil

Oil from the neem tree, used as a pesticide and in traditional remedies. Human evidence for hair or scalp benefits is limited; it can cause skin allergy and is poisonous if swallowed.

learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn Hair Transplant

Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. Transplanted hair usually keeps growing long-term, but grafts can thin and surrounding native hair can keep thinning.

What is male pattern baldness? Male pattern baldness is a genetic condition causing hair loss in men, starting with a receding hairline.
What causes hair loss in women that may lead to considering a hair transplant? Genetic factors, hormonal changes, stress, and nutritional deficiencies often cause hair loss in women.
How do I know if I am a good candidate? Clinics say candidacy depends on stable hair loss, enough donor hair and realistic goals. Younger people with progressing loss need a long-term plan, often including medical treatment, discussed with a doctor.
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