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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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5 / 693 resultsresearch Comparative Analysis of mRNA and miRNA Expression Between Dermal Papilla Cells and Hair Matrix Cells of Hair Follicles in Yak
Different genes and pathways are active in yak skin and hair cells, affecting hair growth and immune responses.
research Identification of Key Genes Induced by Platelet-Rich Plasma in Human Dermal Papilla Cells Using Bioinformatics Methods
Platelet-rich plasma may help hair follicle cells grow by affecting certain genes and pathways.
research Identification of Key Genes in Type 2 Diabetes-Induced Erectile Dysfunction Rats with Stem Cell Therapy Through High-Throughput Sequencing and Bioinformatic Analysis
Stem cell therapy affects 15 key genes in rats with diabetes-related erectile dysfunction.
research Stabilization of Epithelial Beta-Catenin Compromises Mammary Cell Fate Acquisition and Branching Morphogenesis
Too much β-catenin activity can mess up the development of mammary glands and make them more like hair follicles.
research Transcriptome Profiling of Human Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells in Response to Porphyra-334 Treatment by RNA-Seq
Porphyra-334 may help reduce wrinkles and promote hair growth.
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5 / 124 resultscommunity Keratin microspheres - breakthrough
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KieronR101
in Research/Science
13 upvotes
11 months ago A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.
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obafootballinstinct
in Research/Science
136 upvotes
6 months ago Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.
community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)
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tired45453
in Research/Science
38 upvotes
2 years ago HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
community High DHT with finasteride. Help!
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BusFactor007
in Finasteride/Dutasteride
6 upvotes
1 year ago Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.
community Saying creatine causes loss on fin/dut makes no sense and this is why
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Obvious_Kiwi_9511
in Finasteride/Dutasteride
42 upvotes
1 year ago The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hair loss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hair loss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.