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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch The Angiogenic Potential of Mesenchymal Stem Cells from the Hair Follicle Outer Root Sheath
Hair follicle stem cells are promising for blood vessel formation and tissue repair.
research Fibroblast Growth Factor-9 Activates c-Kit Progenitor Cells and Enhances Angiogenesis in the Infarcted Diabetic Heart
Fibroblast Growth Factor-9 helps repair heart damage after a heart attack by creating new blood vessels, especially in diabetics.
research Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress at the Crossroads of Progeria and Atherosclerosis
A defective protein in progeria causes cell death and atherosclerosis, but a treatment targeting cell stress may reduce these effects.
research Dihydrotestosterone Induces Arterial Stiffening in Female Mice
Dihydrotestosterone increases arterial stiffness in female mice without changing blood pressure or aortic wall thickness.
research Comparison of the Effects of the K+-Channel Openers Cromakalim and Minoxidil Sulphate on Vascular Smooth Muscle
Cromakalim relaxes various blood vessels, while minoxidil sulphate is more selective; they likely act on different potassium channels.
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5 / 65 resultscommunity Medications that cause extra hair growth
The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
community Can we have a thread that summarizes all treatments options in addition to the big 3 which we have some evidence for, their mechanism of action and whether they can be combined with the big 3(other than dermarolling)?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments beyond the commonly known three, focusing on separating effective treatments from myths. Dutasteride and low-dose oral Minoxidil are mentioned as having clinical evidence for increasing hair counts, but with potential side effects.
community Long term finasteride users; Did you notice any improvement after 2 years?
Long term Finasteride users and whether or not they have noticed improvements after two years of use, with other treatments such as Minoxidil and dermarolling also discussed. Some replies suggest that improvement is possible even beyond the two year mark while others caution against believing studies backed by the Post-Finasteride Foundation.
community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
community 2500-3000 grafts. 6 months post op. 1mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil bid.
A user named "Redbone2222" shares their positive experience with a hair transplant procedure of 2500-3000 grafts, along with the use of 1mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil. They express satisfaction with the results and believe that finasteride has been more effective for them than minoxidil.