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The document concludes that mouse models are crucial for studying hair biology and that all mutant mice may have hairgrowth abnormalities that require detailed analysis to identify.
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Growth factors and cytokines are important for hairgrowth and could potentially treat hair loss, but more research is needed to overcome challenges before they can be used in treatments.
GT20029 showed significant hairgrowth and safety in phase II trials, with no adverse sexual events. Users are hopeful but concerned about future costs and systemic effects.
A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hairgrowth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.
A user suggests making a potent sulforaphane topical to degrade DHT and promote hairgrowth. Another user notes that sulforaphane's low molecular weight might also lower systemic DHT.
A user reported that Minoxidil, a hairgrowth treatment, stopped working for them despite initial success. Other users suggested not taking breaks from the treatment, checking for fake products, trying microneedling, using oral Minoxidil, combining Minoxidil with tretinoin, and using finasteride.