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research Differential Diagnosis of Female-Pattern Hair Loss

3 citations , January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This case report describes a 45-year-old woman with diffuse nonscarring alopecia characterized by hair thinning, increased catagen/telogen follicles, and mild inflammatory infiltrate, highlighting the diagnostic findings via scalp dermoscopy and biopsy.

Indirect Clinical Markers for the Detection of Anabolic Steroid Abuse Beyond Conventional Doping Control in Athletes

research Indirect clinical markers for the detection of anabolic steroid abuse beyond the conventional doping control in athletes

9 citations , March 2019 in “European Journal of Sport Science”

This article discusses laboratory and physical markers that may help detect androgenic anabolic steroid abuse in athletes and reports no new primary research results.

research Epidermal Dysplasia and Abnormal Hair Follicles in Transgenic Mice Overexpressing Homeobox Gene MSX-2

49 citations , August 1999 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

In this study, transgenic mice expressing Msx-2 developed flaky skin with hyperproliferation and misalignment in epidermal cells, suggesting Msx-2 plays a role in skin and appendage growth control.

Transepidermal UV Radiation of Human Scalp Skin Induces Distinctive Hair Follicle Damage, Mitigated by Topical Caffeine Treatment

research 910 Transepidermal UV radiation of human scalp skin induces distinctive hair follicle damage, which is mitigated by topical caffeine treatment

April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study found that ultraviolet radiation causes significant damage to human hair follicles, including increased cell apoptosis and oxidative DNA damage, but this damage may be mitigated by topical caffeine.

research Bone Morphogenetic Proteins and Their Antagonists in Skin and Hair Follicle Biology

176 citations , January 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This review summarizes the roles of bone morphogenetic proteins in the development and regulation of normal and diseased skin, but it does not provide new clinical results.

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community Reminder: NURTURE those dormant hair follicles for as long as you can until PP405 comes out in 2028-2030

in Treatment 191 upvotes 9 months ago

PP405 is anticipated as a future treatment for dormant hair follicles, but its effectiveness and safety are uncertain. Current treatments include oral minoxidil and microneedling, with some avoiding finasteride due to side effects.

community Oral 1mg Finesteride 2mg Minoxidil

485 upvotes 3 months ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2mg minoxidil daily, along with Nizoral shampoo and rosemary oil. They are curious about further improving hair density and whether increasing the minoxidil dose would help.

community Taking Charge of Your Hair: The "Big 3 Stack" Explained for 2023

129 upvotes 3 years ago

The "Big 3 Stack" for hair loss treatment, which includes Minoxidil for hair density improvement, Ketoconazole shampoo for enhancing hair volume and thickness, and Finasteride for blocking hair loss causing hormones. Microneedling can boost Minoxidil's effects.

community My friend is so terrified of balding, he started microdosing estrogen…

in Treatment 1522 upvotes 9 months ago

A person is microdosing estrogen for hair loss after finasteride and dutasteride failed, risking feminizing effects. Alternatives like minoxidil, RU58841, or hair transplants are suggested.

community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome

70 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.

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Can daily Fluridil application stop hair follicle miniaturization? The single published fluridil trial (43 men, 9 months, double-blind and placebo-controlled) reported more hairs in the growth phase, but it never measured follicle diameter and has not been replicated — so whether daily use stops miniaturization is unproven, and community users describe stabilization rather than regrowth.

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