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glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin
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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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research Androgenetic Alopecia: Mechanisms and Progression
Androgenetic alopecia causes hair loss by shrinking hair follicles due to androgens, with the connection between the muscle and hair follicle determining if the loss is reversible.
research The Role of Androgens in Hormone Replacement Therapy
Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.
research The Repairing of Full-Thickness Skin Deficiency and Its Biological Mechanism Using Decellularized Human Amniotic Membrane as the Wound Dressing
Human amniotic membrane helps heal skin wounds faster and with less scarring.
research Hyaluronic Acid-Based Hydrogels for Full-Thickness Wound Repairing and Skin Regeneration
Hyaluronic acid-based HA2 hydrogel helps heal skin wounds better with less scarring.
research Fully Functional Hair Follicle Regeneration Through the Rearrangement of Stem Cells and Their Niches
Regenerated fully functional hair follicles using stem cells, with potential for hair regrowth therapy.
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5 / 740 resultscommunity I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP
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idriveawhitecamry
in Research/Science
550 upvotes
1 year ago The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.
community Why does it seem everyone favors finasteride over dutasteride?
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Exact-Ninja-6910
in Female
62 upvotes
9 months ago The conversation discusses preferences for hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride over dutasteride. Users share personal experiences, cost considerations, FDA approval status, and potential side effects, with some switching between treatments to find what works best for them.
community 25 years on finasteride - my experience
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relaxok
in Finasteride/Dutasteride
907 upvotes
1 month ago A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.
community 3 month update - 0.5 Finasteride daily & 1 x Minox daily
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AdFrosty9266
in Finasteride/Dutasteride
458 upvotes
1 year ago User took 0.5mg Finasteride daily and 1x Minoxidil daily for 3 months, experienced positive hair growth and temporary side effects. Recommends sticking with treatment and adjusting dosage if needed.
community Minoxidil + Gym + Cutting. Is it bad?
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pewdsVStseries
in Minoxidil
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1 year ago A user is concerned about weight loss stagnation while using minoxidil and finasteride during a calorie-cutting diet. Responses suggest water retention or a weight loss plateau as possible causes.