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research Indications for a brain‐hair follicle axis: inhibition of keratinocyte proliferation and up‐regulation of keratinocyte apoptosis in telogen hair follicles by stress and substance P

125 citations , September 2001 in “The FASEB Journal”

This study demonstrated that stress inhibited hair growth in mice, likely through substance P-dependent activation of immune cells, highlighting a brain-hair follicle connection.

research 200 The relationship between the expression of cytokeratin 5/6 and clinicopathologic factors in invasive breast carcinoma

March 2010 in “Ejc Supplements”

This review discusses the paradoxical effects of valproic acid on hair, noting that it can both cause alopecia and stimulate hair growth, but reports no new experimental findings.

research Allergens of permanent hair dyes induces epidermal damage, skin barrier loss and IL-1 α increase in epidermal in vitro model

12 citations , December 2017 in “Food and chemical toxicology”

This study found that mixtures used in permanent hair dyes had irritant effects on reconstructed human epidermis, while individual ingredients alone did not.

research Evaluation of the Hemogram of Breast Cancer Patients Treated by Therapeutic Protocol Based on Immunohistochemical Analysis: A Retrospective Study

January 2017 in “Journal of Antivirals & Antiretrovirals”

This retrospective study observed that breast cancer treatments disrupted normal blood counts and led to bone marrow suppression, highlighting the need for nutritional counseling to improve patient quality of life.

research Pharmacology of different progestogens: the special case of drospirenone

104 citations , January 2005 in “Climacteric”

This review discusses the pharmacological properties of progestins used in contraception and hormone replacement therapy, focusing on drospirenone's unique effects, but reports no new experimental findings.

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in Is this regrowth? 588 upvotes 1 year ago

A 22-year-old male experienced positive hair regrowth after using oral minoxidil and finasteride for over four months, noting slight changes in hair density. He initially used topical minoxidil but switched to oral due to having pets, experiencing minimal shedding and no significant side effects after initial lethargy from finasteride.

community They’re curing cancer before solving baldness

285 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation humorously discusses the prioritization of curing cancer over solving baldness, with mentions of treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Participants express frustration over the lack of focus on hair loss solutions compared to cancer research.

community Before and after of 20 months of fin and min

in Progress Pictures 125 upvotes 7 months ago

The user experienced worsening hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and switched to dutasteride five months ago. They are considering adding tretinoin and microneedling to their routine for better results.

community A new study by Deng and colleagues set out to explore differences between balding and non balding scalps...

39 upvotes 4 years ago

Balding scalps have more androgen receptors, leading to increased TGF-beta, which causes blood vessel loss and hair follicle miniaturization. Blocking androgen signaling and TGF-beta may help prevent hair loss.

community We made the NY Times: Finasteride for Male Baldness is Rewriting the Rules of Male Beauty

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 242 upvotes 5 months ago

Finasteride is being discussed as a significant treatment for male baldness, with some users sharing positive experiences and increased confidence, while others express concerns about potential side effects like loss of libido and erectile dysfunction. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the drug's impact and the broader societal implications of changing beauty standards.

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