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    Glossary Follicles

    Follicles are small, tubular structures in the skin that house hair roots and are essential for hair growth. Each follicle goes through a cycle of growth, rest, and shedding, which is crucial for maintaining healthy hair. In the context of hair loss, the health and function of hair follicles are significant, as conditions like androgenetic alopecia can lead to miniaturization of follicles, resulting in thinner hair and eventual hair loss. Key distinguishing characteristics of follicles include their ability to regenerate and their varying sizes and shapes depending on the hair type they produce.

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    1. Follicusan
    2. Hair Transplant Surgery that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas
    3. SCUBE3 Signalling protein made in the hair follicle
    4. Alopecia Areata autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
    5. Pyrilutamide Experimental topical anti-androgen, also known as KX-826