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a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects
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a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp
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research Tissue Engineering of the Reproductive System
Cell transplantation faces challenges in genitourinary reconstruction, but alternative tissue sources and microencapsulation show promise.
research The Changing Face of Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery Among East Asians
More East Asians are accepting and getting facial plastic surgery, with a focus on natural-looking results and using both surgical and nonsurgical methods.
research A Case of Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Scalp After Several Synthetic Hair Grafts
A man developed skin cancer on his scalp after multiple artificial hair grafts.
research Synthetic Hair Implantation and Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Scalp
The letter argues that blaming synthetic hair implants for scalp cancer based on one report is biased and possibly coincidental.
research Anti-Inflammatory Loading of Cinnamaldehyde on Artificial Bone Scaffolds Against Bone Regeneration
Cinnamaldehyde helps bone healing initially but may slow healing later unless combined with DHT treatment.
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5 / 171 resultscommunity How soon is hair clone? Next five years?!
by
aiamab
in Research/Science
15 upvotes
7 months ago Hair cloning is humorously discussed as always being 5-7 years away, with skepticism about its near-term availability. Gene editing to reactivate dormant follicles is suggested as a more likely solution within the next ten years.
community M26 - 9 months after hair transplant! AMA
by
Bondoufle
in Transplants
624 upvotes
5 years ago A user who underwent a hair transplant in Istanbul to reduce balding, and the discussion of various treatments such as finasteride and growth hormone for preventing further hair loss.
community How do athletes maintain their hair transplants? Or do they not?
by
bucketGetter89
in Transplants
57 upvotes
1 month ago Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notable examples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.
community Average tressless user after taking oral minoxidil
by
makeovthill
in Satire
1443 upvotes
1 year ago The conversation is about hair loss and the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) and finasteride (Fin) as treatments. The conclusion is that some users have seen success in maintaining their hair with minoxidil, but there are varying opinions on the effectiveness of the treatments.
community 9months progress fin/derma pen/minoxidil
by
olli3330
in Progress Pictures
997 upvotes
4 years ago A user's 9 month progress using Finasteride, Derma Pen/Roller and Minoxidil to treat hair loss. Replies in the conversation include advice on topical application of Minoxidil and Dutasteride for regrowth and hair thickness.