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research The effect of a herbal paste and oil extract on the lipid content of canine hair fibres

2 citations , March 2017 in “Veterinary dermatology”

This study demonstrated that herbal therapy with oil extract increased triglyceride content in dog hair, suggesting potential benefits on coat quality that require further investigation.

research Hypotrichosis congenita (KRT71 mutation) in Hereford cattle in Uruguay

January 2023 in “Pesquisa Veterinária Brasileira”

This study reports that hypotrichosis congenita in Hereford cattle is associated with a KRT71 mutation, leading to color dilution follicular dysplasia.

research Epidermal Growth Factor as a Biologic Switch in Hair Growth Cycle

94 citations , July 2003 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry”

This study found that continuous expression of epidermal growth factor in transgenic mice prevented hair follicles from entering the catagen phase, implicating EGF as a crucial regulator in hair cycle progression.

research Skin morphology of the mutant hairless USP mouse

11 citations , January 2005 in “Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research”

This study found no qualitative skin differences during development between mutant hairless USP mice and BALB/c mice, except for enlarged cysts in the hairless strain.

research AN OVERVIEW OF MEDICINAL PLANTS USED FOR THE TREATMENT OF HAIR LOSS

October 2024 in “International Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Allied Sciences”

In this research, a thorough review of hair loss issues and treatments identified the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride for alopecia in the scalp's vertex region, but noted concerns about their potential long-term effects, leading to increased interest in herbal therapies.

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community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

in Chat 115 upvotes 2 years ago

The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

community Thin roots but thick ends hair – anyone else facing this?

in Treatment 5 upvotes 5 months ago

A 23-year-old is experiencing hair that is thick at the ends but thin at the roots despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months. They are concerned about whether this is normal or a sign of miniaturization and seek advice on reversing or improving the condition.