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research Transcriptome Profiling of Pilosebaceous Units in Male Androgenetic Alopecia Reveals Altered Junctional Networks

February 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Hair loss in male pattern baldness is linked to changes in specific genes and proteins that affect hair growth and scalp health.

research Hair Follicles and Their Role in Skin Health

16 citations , December 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”

Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.

research Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Folliculotropic Disease of Innate Immune Barrier Dysfunction?

9 citations , August 2021 in “Experimental dermatology”

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a skin disease caused by the breakdown of the skin's natural immune barriers, especially around hair follicles.

research Androgen Actions on the Human Hair Follicle: Perspectives

115 citations , September 2012 in “Experimental Dermatology”

Androgens have complex effects on hair growth, promoting it in some areas but causing hair loss in others, and our understanding of this is still evolving.

research Molecular Genetic and Endocrine Mechanisms of Hair Growth

51 citations , January 2003 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics”

Hormones and their receptors, especially androgens, play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness.

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community The theory that explains everything. The malloclusion theory has been proven.

in Research/Science 27 upvotes 2 years ago

Brian Dye's theory links skeletal malocclusion type II to hair loss, suggesting it's a blood flow issue. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and anti-inflammatory drugs like benaxoprofen.

community Opinions on Scalp fibrosis and DHT?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the theory that scalp fibrosis contributes to male pattern baldness (MPB) by increasing DHT concentration, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil. The user seeks opinions on the theory and the effectiveness of scalp massages.

community Scalp tension and thickness of the galea aponeurotica, inflammation and potential treatment pathways

in Research/Science 3 years ago

Scalp tension potentially affecting hair loss, and potential treatments for male pattern baldness such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Evidence from a study was discussed which suggests that the cause of MPB lies within the follicle itself and is not dependent on its surrounding environment.

community Why liposomal finasteride and minoxidil may be better than traditional topical solutions.

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 4 months ago

Liposomal formulations of finasteride and minoxidil may enhance drug delivery to the skin and hair follicles more effectively than traditional solutions, potentially improving treatment outcomes. However, more human clinical trials are needed to confirm these benefits.