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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Type II Keratins Are Phosphorylated on a Unique Motif During Stress and Mitosis in Tissues and Cultured Cells
Type II keratins are uniquely phosphorylated during stress and mitosis, affecting their structure and function.
research Hair Follicle Differentiation: Expression, Structure, and Evolutionary Conservation of the Hair Type II Keratin Intermediate Filament Gene Family
Type II keratin genes are crucial for hair follicle differentiation and have a conserved structure and expression pattern.
research Sequence Analyses of Type I and Type II Chains in Human Hair and Epithelial Keratin Intermediate Filaments: Promiscuous Obligate Heterodimers, Type II Template for Molecule Formation and a Rationale for Heterodimer Formation
Type I and Type II keratin chains can form heterodimers despite sequence differences.
research In Vitro Assembly Properties of Human Type I and II Hair Keratins
Different combinations of human hair keratins affect how hair fibers form.
research The Human Type II Keratin Gene Cluster on Chromosome 12q13.13: Final Count or Hidden Secrets?
The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Is Vitamin D the cause of my baldness or slow regrowth?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, and the potential impact of Vitamin D and folic acid deficiencies on hair regrowth. It suggests that while male pattern baldness is the primary cause, addressing vitamin deficiencies may aid in improving regrowth.
community Interesting article links major MPB theories to western diet (and life-style)
Poor diet and lifestyle contribute to male pattern baldness. Treatments like Minoxidil, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments may help slow hair loss.
community The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
community 30-Min Dermatology Visit – Best Questions to Ask About Balding? ( 175$ )
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and other options like PRP and ketoconazole. It highlights the importance of asking specific questions during a dermatology visit to determine the cause of hair loss and appropriate treatments.
community Topical Finasteride Doesn't Directly Reduce 5ar Enzyme on Scalp
Topical Finasteride doesn't directly reduce 5ar enzyme on scalp and has the same mechanism as oral, needing to go through the liver. Users debate the accuracy of this information and discuss various studies and experiences.