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diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties
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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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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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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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research Biological Significance of FoxN1 Gain-of-Function Mutations During T and B Lymphopoiesis in Juvenile Mice
FoxN1 overexpression in young mice harms immune cell and skin development.
research Over- And Ectopic-Expression Of FoxN1 At Early Life Adversely Influences Lymphopoiesis
Early over-expression of FoxN1 harms immune and skin development.
research Dermal T Cell Immunity and Key Regulatory Signaling Pathways: Implications in Immune-Mediated Alopecia and Hair Regeneration
Understanding T cells and signaling pathways can lead to better treatments for hair loss.
research FOXN1: A Master Regulator Gene of Thymic Epithelial Development Program
The FOXN1 gene is crucial for developing immune cells and preventing immune disorders.
research Developing Stratified Epithelia: Lessons from the Epidermis and Thymus
The skin and thymus develop similarly to protect and support immunity.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Don’t do like me. Don’t take a long break from Fin and Min
Stopping finasteride and minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding, so they should be continued indefinitely. Concerns about finasteride affecting fertility or causing birth defects are mostly unfounded, but some stop for personal reasons.
community Don't think I can go on like this anymore
A 24-year-old is struggling with severe depression and anxiety due to hair loss, despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years. They are advised to consider shaving their head, exploring wigs or hair systems, and focusing on other aspects of life like health, relationships, and career.
community 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 Didn’t wear a hat to work today - 4 months Topical 0.3/6% Fin/Min in
The user shared progress after four months of using a topical treatment with 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil from Hims, noting positive results and considering switching to oral medication for convenience. Other users discussed the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride, emphasizing that first-time users often see the best results, and shared personal experiences with hair regrowth and maintenance.