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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Traumatic Panniculitis With Localized Hypertrichosis: Two New Cases and Considerations
Traumatic panniculitis can cause increased hair growth in affected areas.
research Localized Hypertrichosis in Subsiding Psoriatic Plaques
Healing psoriatic plaques can cause unexpected hair growth.
research Acquired Localized Hypertrichosis Induced by Rivastigmine
An 80-year-old man grew extra hair on his forearms after starting Alzheimer's medication rivastigmine.
research Localized Acquired Hypertrichosis Associated with the Application of a Splint
A 16-year-old boy's arm hair grew more after wearing a splint, but it returned to normal in 8 months.
research Acquired Localized Hypertrichosis Following Pressure Garment and Silicone Therapy in Burn Patients
Some burn patients grew extra hair in areas treated with pressure garments or silicone.
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5 / 190 resultscommunity Switching to Oral from Topical min effective or not
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil may lead to better results for some users, with oral minoxidil generally being more effective due to higher absorption. However, it can also cause side effects like hypertrichosis and blood pressure issues, and individual responses may vary.
community REVOLUTION in AUGUST: New possibilities according to Dr. Muñoz (pinacidil, cromakalim, diazoxide and nicorandil)
Dr. Muñoz's discovery suggests that targeting potassium channels in fibroblasts could reactivate hair growth, offering new treatment possibilities for alopecia. Potential strategies include using minoxidil, diazoxide, and other potassium channel openers, as well as bioelectric devices and direct growth factor applications.
community People like this don't have to be bald.
Body hair transplants can be a last resort for hair loss, using body hair to fill scalp gaps, though it may not match scalp hair in texture or length. Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as treatments, with varying effectiveness and side effects.
community Creatine is the opposite of minoxidil !
Creatine may counteract minoxidil's hair growth effects by closing potassium ATP channels, potentially leading to hair loss in predisposed individuals. Despite anecdotal reports, there is no conclusive evidence linking creatine to hair loss.
community Topical Finasteride Doesn't Directly Reduce 5ar Enzyme on Scalp
Topical Finasteride doesn't directly reduce 5ar enzyme on scalp and has the same mechanism as oral, needing to go through the liver. Users debate the accuracy of this information and discuss various studies and experiences.