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GlossaryKeratinocytes (KCs)

cells in the epidermis that produce protective keratin protein

Keratinocytes are the primary type of cell found in the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin. These cells produce keratin, a protein that helps protect the skin from environmental damage, pathogens, and water loss. They play a crucial role in the skin's barrier function and are involved in wound healing and the formation of hair and nails.

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research Identification of Androgen-Inducible TGF-β1 Derived from Dermal Papilla Cells as a Key Mediator in Androgenetic Alopecia

78 citations , June 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”

TGF-β1 from dermal papilla cells suppresses hair growth, and targeting it may help treat androgenetic alopecia.

research Microscopy-Guided Laser Ablation for the Creation of Complex Skin Models with Folliculoid Appendages

5 citations , October 2020 in “Bioengineering & translational medicine”

Researchers used a laser to create advanced skin models with hair-like structures.

research Cell Death as an Architect of Adult Skin Stem Cell Niches

April 2024 in “Cell death and differentiation”

Cell death shapes skin stem cell environments, affecting inflammation, repair, and cancer.

research Morphogenetic Events in Hair Follicle Heterotypic Spheroids

September 2017

Researchers developed a method to create artificial hair follicles that may help with hair loss treatment and research.

research Morphogenetic Events in Hair Follicle Heterotypic Spheroids

September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

The research concluded that hyaluronic acid affects the formation and growth of hair follicle-like structures in a lab setting.

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community How are people getting DUT so easily?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 15 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride is hard to get in Europe due to prescription rules, leading some to consider online pharmacies or travel. Users discuss alternatives like private doctors and compare it to finasteride, expressing concerns about side effects and effectiveness.