research Prostaglandin D2(PGD2); prostaglandin D2 receptor (CRTH2; GPR44; CD294); prostaglandin D2 synthase (PTGDS)
Blocking a protein called prostaglandin D2 might help treat hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch 699 Effect of Prostaglandin D 2 on hair follicle growth and its impact on hair follicle stem/progenitor cells
This study identified that blocking the PTGDR2 receptor in human hair follicles in vitro and in mice reversed the hair growth inhibition caused by PGD2, suggesting a potential approach for treating alopecia.
research Recent Progress in Prostaglandin F 2a Ethanolamide (Prostamide F2a) Research and Therapeutics
This review explores the therapeutic applications of bimatoprost, including its role in glaucoma treatment, hair growth stimulation, and potential effects on fat deposition, but reports no new experimental findings.
research Prostaglandins and Skin Cancer: An Old Pathway With New Insights in Cutaneous Oncology
This review by St. Denis et al. highlights that prostaglandin E2 is overexpressed in several skin cancers and suggests targeting its pathway could offer potential treatments for these malignancies.
research The physiological and pharmacological roles of prostaglandins in hair growth
This review discusses the roles of prostaglandins in hair loss and highlights their potential as targets for new alopecia treatments, but reports no new clinical findings.
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5 / 69 resultscommunity Hey med experts explain this please??
Finasteride, dutasteride, saw palmetto, caffeine, spironolactone, acetyltetrapeptides, tea tree oil, hydrocortisone, zinc pyrithione, latanoprost, melatonin, marine protein supplements, PRP, microneedling, and valproate are discussed as treatments for hair loss. DHT reduction and inflammation control are key strategies.
community Let Me Sell You on NAC
The conversation discusses using NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) alongside minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some users noting potential hairline improvement and increased energy. The original poster reduced their finasteride dosage due to mental decline and anxiety, and while NAC's effects on hair are anecdotal, it is considered low-risk with other health benefits.
community Finasteride gyno experience and in dire need of advice
A user experienced puffy nipples and lumps from finasteride, leading to a dilemma between continuing treatment with potential surgery or accepting hair loss. They restarted finasteride at a lower dose with supplements but still face side effects and are seeking advice on whether to persist or stop.
community Wouldn’t this nuclear stack make it almost impossible to lose hair?
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving dutasteride, pyrilutamide, oral minoxidil, and microneedling, with the aim of suppressing DHT and stimulating hair growth. Users debate the effectiveness and potential side effects of these treatments, noting that individual results may vary and that no treatment is foolproof.
community Fagron TrichoTest says Finasteride won't help
The user received a Fagron TrichoTest indicating that Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil are not effective for them, recommending Latanoprost, Spironolactone, IGrantine-F1 TM, and Trichoxidil instead. Other users expressed skepticism about the test's validity and suggested sticking with proven treatments like Finasteride and Dutasteride.
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