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    GlossaryStem Cell Behavior

    ability of stem cells to self-renew and differentiate

    Stem cell behavior refers to the various activities and responses of stem cells, including their ability to self-renew (make more of themselves) and differentiate (turn into different types of cells). This behavior is crucial for tissue repair and regeneration, as well as for maintaining the balance of cell types in the body. Understanding stem cell behavior is essential for developing treatments for conditions like alopecia, where hair follicle stem cells might be targeted to promote hair growth.

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      community When is the cure gonna drop , how much more time

      in Research/Science  82 upvotes 1 day ago
      There is no imminent cure for hair loss, but treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and new drugs such as KX-826, GT-20029, and PP405 are being explored. Current solutions focus on slowing hair loss and stimulating growth, with hopes for better options in the future.

      community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair

      in Progress Pictures  492 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.

      community How far are we from a treatment better than finasteride?

      in Treatment  129 upvotes 11 months ago
      Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss as it blocks more of the enzyme causing hair loss. New treatments like stem cell therapies and alternatives to minoxidil are being explored, but major advancements are still years away.