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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Exploration of Integrated Targeted Serum and Hair Metabolomic Profiles in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Men with androgenetic alopecia have unique metabolomic patterns that could help develop targeted treatments.
research Alopecia Areata Update
There is no cure for alopecia areata, and treatment success depends on the individual's situation.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Women Treated with Botulinum Toxin
Botulinum toxin injections improved hair thinning in a woman with hair loss.
research Meta-Analysis Identifies Novel Risk Loci and Yields Systematic Insights into the Biology of Male-Pattern Baldness
Researchers found 63 genes linked to male-pattern baldness, which could help in understanding its biology and developing new treatments.
research Physiology and Medical Treatments for Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
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5 / 24 resultscommunity Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
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The conversation provides scientific sources on hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and others, aiming to help individuals make informed decisions about their treatment options. It also discusses phytochemicals as alternative treatments due to concerns about side effects from drug-based therapies.
community Connection between finasteride and nafld?
Finasteride may affect liver function and cortisol levels, potentially linking it to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). More research is needed to understand this connection fully.
community Oxytocin, empathy, hair, and cinnamon
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1 year ago Low oxytocin levels in hair are linked to reduced empathy and may affect hair growth. Cinnamic acid can promote hair growth by activating oxytocin receptors.
community How do we only have two treatments to combat hair loss at this point in time?
The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.