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    GlossaryVascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGFA)

    stimulates new blood vessel formation

    Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) is a protein that stimulates the formation of new blood vessels. It plays a crucial role in both normal processes like wound healing and the growth of hair, as well as in pathological conditions such as cancer, where it can promote tumor growth by increasing blood supply.

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      community Vegan Protein Powder Make Loss Worse?

      in Female  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user is experiencing genetic hair loss and is using spironolactone and minoxidil without success. They are considering switching to vegan protein powder due to digestive issues and are concerned if it will worsen hair loss.

      community Hair re-growth in anorexia recovery

      in Female  11 upvotes 3 months ago
      Adequate nourishment and hormone replenishment helped with hair regrowth. Vegamour and Novo blends hair vitamins were also used but likely not effective alone.

      community 1.5 Year - Bad Results (HT, FIN, MINO, PRP, etc)

      in Progress Pictures  61 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their disappointing results after 1.5 years of hair treatments, including a hair transplant, finasteride, minoxidil, PRP, vegan shampoo, and more. They are considering switching to dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and improving their microneedling routine.

      community Looking for suggestions on vitamins

      in Female  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is seeking affordable hair vitamins without biotin, already taking zinc and D3+K2, and has been dealing with chronic telogen effluvium since 2013. They previously used Nutrafol Vegan but found it too expensive.