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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 Study of the Prevalence of Hyperandrogenemia in Greek Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Based on Two Different Diagnostic Criteria (NIH 1990, Rotterdam 2004)
Accurate diagnosis of PCOS requires comprehensive androgen measurement.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Is It Time to Rename PCOS to HA-PODS?
The article suggests renaming Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) to "Hyperandrogenic Persistent Ovulatory Dysfunction Syndrome" (HA-PODS) for accuracy and consistency, but no final decision was made.
research Are Sex Hormones Promising Candidates to Explain Sex Disparities in the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone may affect COVID-19 severity differently in men and women, potentially influencing prevention and treatment strategies.
research Prevalence of Hyperandrogenemia in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Diagnosed by the National Institutes of Health 1990 Criteria
Most women with PCOS have high levels of male hormones, and free testosterone is the best marker for this.
research History of Discovery of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) was first described in 1721, officially diagnosed in the 1990s, and is now known to be partly genetic and linked to insulin resistance, with increased risk of cardiovascular disease and carbohydrate metabolism issues.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Has anybody tried retinol (not Retin A aka tretinoin) combined with minoxidil?
The conversation is about someone who had success using retinol with minoxidil for hair growth, but experienced shedding with Retin A (tretinoin). They are asking if others have tried retinol with minoxidil and what their results were.
community Making your own RT1640 in China
RT1640, a combination of cyclosporin A, minoxidil, and RT175, is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth and repigmentation. The unique formulation aims to enhance hair follicle growth and restore hair pigment without the negative side effects of immunosuppressants.
community Why does this industry still revolve around 5-AR inhibitors?
Hair loss treatments still rely heavily on minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with little innovation. Future treatments like stem cell therapy and RNA technology show promise but are not yet available.
community dunno if it's growing anything but it's making my scalp red
Hair loss and potential treatments, primarily focusing on Finasteride and Minoxidil. Other solutions discussed include PRP, dermarolling, LLP, and scalp tension relief.
community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"
Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.