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research Signaling Couples Hair Follicle Stem Cell Quiescence With Reduced Histone H3 K4/K9/K27me3 for Proper Tissue Homeostasis

31 citations, April 2016 in “Nature communications”

Certain signals are important for reducing specific chemical markers on hair follicle stem cells during rest periods, which is necessary for healthy hair growth.

research Regulation of Keratin 9 in Nonpalmoplantar Keratinocytes by Palmoplantar Fibroblasts Through Epithelial-Mesenchymal Interactions

92 citations, April 1999 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Nonpalmoplantar skin cells can be made to express keratin 9 by interacting with palmoplantar fibroblasts.

research The Human Type II Keratin Gene Cluster on Chromosome 12q13.13: Final Count or Hidden Secrets?

9 citations, February 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.

research The Functional Diversity of Epidermal Keratins Revealed by the Partial Rescue of the Keratin 14 Null Phenotype by Keratin 16

53 citations, September 1999 in “The journal of cell biology/The Journal of cell biology”

K16 can partially replace K14 but causes hair loss and skin issues.

research Cysteine Prevents the Reduction in Keratin Synthesis Induced by Iron Deficiency in Human Keratinocytes

40 citations, July 2015 in “Journal of Cellular Biochemistry”

Cysteine helps maintain keratin production in skin cells even when iron is low.

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community Three months on Finasteride

in Progress 7 upvotes 4 years ago

A user noticed rapid hair thinning and started using finasteride in October 2019. They also use Nizoral and Head & Shoulders with zinc pyrithione, hoping for regrowth and to delay baldness.

community When you up the dose on oral Minoxidil

in Satire 2 years ago

This conversation is a satirical post about using increased doses of oral Minoxidil as a treatment for hair loss, which elicited some humorous responses. Additionally, Finasteride was mentioned in one response as an alternative treatment option.

community Genetic testing to determine individualized hairloss treatment?

in Research/Science 10 upvotes 1 year ago

A user discusses a company, Roots by Genetic Arts, that offers a genetic test for hair loss to create personalized treatments, and is curious about its legitimacy and the science behind it. The company tests 16 genes related to hair loss and compounds a topical treatment based on the results.

community How Dangerous is Oral Min Really?

in Minoxidil 26 upvotes 1 week ago

Oral minoxidil is generally effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and facial puffiness. Users highlight the importance of monitoring blood pressure due to potential cardiovascular risks.

community Just find a cure already, I am totally done

in Chat 161 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, with users recommending finasteride and minoxidil as effective solutions. Some users report side effects, but overall, the consensus is to use these treatments rather than waiting for a cure.

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