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      learn Verteporfin

      chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions

      learn Osteopontin

      signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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      The Therapeutic Use of Androgens in Women

      research The Therapeutic Use of Androgens in Women

      51 citations, April 1999 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology”
      Testosterone replacement may improve sexual desire and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.
      Androgens and the Menopause

      research Androgens and the Menopause

      6 citations, September 1998 in “The Journal of The British Menopause Society”
      Testosterone replacement may help postmenopausal women with sexual function and bone density, but suitable treatments are limited.

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      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 11 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work

       16 upvotes 6 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.

      community Celebrity hair transplants- Akshay Kumar's HT analysis

      in Transplants  12 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Akshay Kumar's hair restoration appears conservative, likely involving a small-session FUE hair transplant or non-surgical treatments like PRP, with subtle improvements in density and frontal framing. The overall success is rated 3.5/5, with ongoing maintenance suggested for longevity.

      community Planning to for Hair transplant

      in Transplants  104 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone considering a hair transplant due to ineffective hair loss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hair loss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.