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      research Beyond Wavy Hairs

      160 citations , June 2008 in “American Journal Of Pathology”
      This review discusses the effects of the epidermal growth factor receptor system on skin biology and pathology, relying on animal models to analyze roles in cellular processes, wound healing, and tumorigenesis, but reports no new results.

      research Approach to the Patient: Hirsutism

      April 2025 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”
      This study highlights the global prevalence of hirsutism in women and reviews its diagnostic criteria, potential underlying causes like polycystic ovary syndrome, and treatment options, emphasizing the need for tailored, multifaceted management and acknowledging the distress it causes patients.

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      community Hair loss research is a money grab

       227 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.
      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 2 years 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 Excessive hair growth from Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  434 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil foam and oral finasteride resulted in significant hair regrowth, especially on the hairline, with no side effects from finasteride. The user applied Rogaine 5% for minoxidil.

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