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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research APCDD1 Is a Novel Wnt Inhibitor Mutated in Hereditary Hypotrichosis Simplex
A gene called APCDD1, which controls hair growth, is found to be faulty in a type of hair loss called hereditary hypotrichosis simplex.
research Cell Fate Decisions: Emerging Roles for Metabolic Signals and Cell Morphology
Metabolic signals and cell shape influence how cells develop and change.
research Werewolf, There Wolf: Variants in Hairless Associated with Hypotrichia and Roaning in the Lykoi Cat Breed
The unique coat of lykoi cats is likely caused by new variants in the Hairless gene.
research Evolution of Long Scalp Hair in Humans
Long scalp hair evolved for cooling and social signaling.
research Function and Underlying Mechanisms of Seasonal Color Molting in Mammals and Birds: What Keeps Them Changing in a Warming World?
Animals that change color with the seasons mainly do so in response to daylight changes, but climate change is causing camouflage problems that may require evolutionary changes.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Won’t pp405 and gt20029 be patented and be almost unreasonably expensive
Concerns about the potential high cost of new hair loss treatments, pp405 and gt20029, were discussed, with some users willing to pay a premium if they are effective. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned as current, more affordable options, and there is speculation about future generic versions and black market availability.
community Don't take Dutasteride. Dutasteride destroyed my hairline. Dutasteride gave me cow tits. Dutasteride killed my family.
Dutasteride is humorously criticized for causing hairline damage and unwanted side effects. The conversation is satirical, with users joking about the effects of Dutasteride.
community Isn’t gt20029 more exciting from a maintenance and prevention perspective than pp405 as a true alternative to finasteride
GT20029 and PP405 are discussed as potential alternatives or complements to finasteride for hair loss treatment. GT20029 is entering phase 3 trials, while PP405 is seen as promising for regrowing hair and possibly eliminating the need for other treatments.
community Don't use PP405 from everychem. it is likely fake.
PP405 from Everychem is likely fake and potentially harmful, with concerns about its stability and the risk of using the wrong MPC inhibitor, which could damage hair follicles. The real PP405 was studied under strict conditions, and DIY attempts are discouraged due to unknown formulation and quality control.
community Can’t handle finasteride, thinking of starting RU-58841, is it safe around cats?
The user is considering switching from finasteride to RU-58841 for hair loss due to side effects and is concerned about its safety around cats. They are also seeking dosage suggestions and alternatives like pyrilutamide.