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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Vellus-to-Terminal Hair Follicle Reconversion in Male Pattern Balding in a New Humanized Mouse Model of Androgenetic Alopecia and Its Promotion by Minoxidil and PRP
Minoxidil and PRP can help convert miniaturized hair follicles back to normal in male pattern baldness.
research The Histopathology of Alopecia Areata in Vertical and Horizontal Sections
Horizontal scalp biopsy sections are better for diagnosing alopecia areata, showing fewer hair follicles and more miniaturized hairs.
research Permanent Alopecia After Systemic Chemotherapy: A Clinicopathological Study of 10 Cases
Chemotherapy can cause permanent, non-reversible hair loss similar to pattern baldness.
research Histology of the Human Hair Follicle
Understanding hair follicle structure is key for treating hair disorders and could help develop new treatments.
research A New Subtype of Lichen Planopilaris Affecting Vellus Hairs and Clinically Mimicking Androgenetic Alopecia
New LPP subtype affects vellus hairs, mimics AGA, and needs biopsy for diagnosis.
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5 / 893 resultscommunity Confused why people are calling PP405 a cure...it never claimed to be able to undo miniaturization or revert vellus back to terminal hairs. It seems to be more of a growth stimulant like minoxidil.
PP405 is not a cure for hair loss but may reactivate dormant hair follicles, similar to minoxidil. It is unlikely to help with miniaturized or vellus hairs and is still in trial phases, with availability expected around 2030.
community 9 Month Update - Minoxidil and Finasteride
9-month progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss. Users discuss treatments, vitamins, and microneedling.
community Do hair follicles ever really "die"? Or does all your front, mid, and crown hair just become vellus?
Hair follicles don't truly die but become severely miniaturized. Treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can help restore hair by providing nutrients and reducing harmful effects on hair roots.
community How common is serious regrowth for people 35yrs old and up?
Regrowth is more likely if hair follicles are still alive, regardless of age, but younger individuals often see better results due to early intervention. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling can help, but results vary based on individual factors such as the presence of miniaturized hairs and the speed of treatment initiation.
community How true is the statement: dead follicles don't grow back?
Hair follicles usually go dormant rather than die, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hormone therapy can sometimes reactivate them, though results vary. Complete regrowth is rare, especially in long-term bald areas, but some individuals see significant improvement with these treatments.