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research Relationship of Hair Cortisol Concentration With Perceived and Somatic Stress Indices: Cross-Sectional Pilot Study

4 citations , June 2025 in “JMIR Formative Research”

In this study, researchers reported no statistically significant association between hair cortisol levels and either perceived stress or objective neuroendocrine stress measures in a predominantly male participant group.

research EVALUATION OF ASSOCIATION OF ANTHROPOMETRIC INDICES WITH STRESS RESPONSE IN PCOS POPULATION

7 citations , October 2020 in “INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH”

This study found that stress plays a significant role in altering phenotypic features and body composition among PCOS patients, potentially worsening due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

research 705 Particulate matter induces inflammatory response in human outer root sheath cells via oxidative stress-dependent MAPK and JAK-STAT signaling pathways

July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study suggests that particulate matter can induce inflammation in human outer root sheath cells, potentially affecting hair growth, through oxidative stress-dependent MAPK and JAK-STAT signaling pathways.

research Moderate water stress in rice induces rhizosheath formation associated with abscisic acid and auxin responses

38 citations , January 2020 in “Journal of Experimental Botany”

This study found that moderate water stress in rice plants induces rhizosheath formation, influenced by abscisic acid and auxin pathways, suggesting potential for breeding drought-resistant rice varieties.

research 502 The stress-responsive secretory protein adrenomedullin 2 potently induces cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in human hair follicles

November 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study found that recombinant human ADM2 treatment inhibited cell proliferation and induced apoptosis in human hair follicles, contrasting with the previously documented pro-proliferative and anti-apoptotic functions of ADM2.

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community [23M] Dutasteride and Minoxidil Progress

8 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The user has been using dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss for 14 months, experiencing mild thinning and stress despite some visible improvement. They are advised to be patient, as hair growth is slow, and to manage stress, while also considering ferritin levels.

community Finasteride, Neurosteroids, and Neuroplasticity - have you noticed cognitive shifts or have you continued growing?

in Basic Questions 201 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation discusses concerns about potential cognitive and emotional effects of finasteride, with the original poster planning to monitor their cognitive performance while using the treatment. A user responds that most people do not experience cognitive shifts, though some report subtle changes.

community one month difference, can’t tell if it’s gotten better or wors

in Is this regrowth? 10 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is unsure if their hair has improved or worsened after inconsistent minoxidil use, iron, and vitamin D supplements. A reply suggests the hair looks better but recommends consistent photo angles for accurate comparison.

community Wasted a whole year on an expensive "natural treatment" just to realize I am a hyper responder.

9 upvotes 2 months ago

The user regrets spending a year on an ineffective natural DHT blocker and vitamins, realizing they are a hyper responder to minoxidil, which significantly improved their hair. They are now using a regimen of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping.

community Anyone tried combining Finasteride and Ashwagandha?

4 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses using finasteride and ashwagandha for hair loss, with some users noting potential benefits and drawbacks. Minoxidil, peppermint oil, and creatine are also mentioned, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness.

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learn Lavender

Is lavender effective for hormonal hair loss or just stress? No study has tested lavender for stress-related or hormonal hair loss in people; the hair-growth evidence is one mouse study. Case reports link lavender products to breast growth in children, so keep them away from children.

learn PP405

Can PP405 help bald patches caused by stress? PP405 is an experimental topical gel from Pelage Pharmaceuticals that inhibits the mitochondrial pyruvate carrier; its registered Phase 2 trial (NCT06393452) tested it once daily in 78 adults with pattern hair loss, for safety and tolerability. It is not approved, not for sale, and has not been studied in alopecia areata or stress-related shedding.

learn procapil

Does pairing Procapil with antioxidants help stress-related hair thinning? No study has tested Procapil with antioxidants for stress-related shedding; evidence for Procapil itself is limited to the supplier's own tests and small combination studies.

learn Vitamin B5

Is Vitamin B5 beneficial for people experiencing stress-related or nutritional hair loss? Vitamin B5 is not proven to help with stress-related or nutritional hair loss.

learn Vitamin B6

Is Vitamin B6 helpful for stress-related or hormonal hair loss? Vitamin B6 may support overall health but lacks strong evidence for preventing hair loss.

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