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research 313 Different polyamine levels in the vertex and occipital hair of pattern hair loss patients

September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study found that polyamine levels were higher in the vertex hair than in occipital hair among patients with pattern baldness, suggesting a relation to hair loss development in the scalp's vertex region.

research Response: Finasteride's Effect on Frontal and Vertex Hair Loss

December 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Finasteride's effectiveness on the frontal hair loss area is not well-studied or confirmed.

The 5alpha-Reductase Type 1, But Not Type 2, Gene Is Expressed in Anagen Hairs Plucked from the Vertex Area of the Scalp of Hirsute Women and Normal Individuals

research The 5alpha-reductase type 1, but not type 2, gene is expressed in anagen hairs plucked from the vertex area of the scalp of hirsute women and normal individuals

17 citations , October 2003 in “Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research”

This study found that SDR5A1 gene expression was similar between hirsute women, normal women, and men, suggesting it may not explain differences in hair growth among these groups.

research What is the best sampling region for endocrine hair analysis? A comparison between the posterior vertex and occipital region and recommendation for standardization

9 citations , April 2025 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology”

This study found no consistent differences between the posterior vertex and occipital region for hair hormone analysis, but noted significant variations in specific hormone concentrations, highlighting the need for standardized sampling practices.

research Vertex Accentuation in Female Pattern Hair Loss in Asians

May 2016 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)”

This study found that vertex accentuation is the second most common pattern of female pattern hair loss in Asian women, following the diffuse type.

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community Is this how regrowth begins? Tiny little blond hairs on my vertex 50th day - Dutasteride 0.5mg + Minoxidil 2mg

in Is this regrowth? 38 upvotes 1 year ago

Tiny blond hairs on the vertex may indicate early hair regrowth from using dutasteride and minoxidil. Consistent treatment is advised, with potential for thicker hair over time, but a hair transplant might be needed for significant results.

community Dutasteride vs. Finasteride: Some interesting data about vertex hair regrowth

323 upvotes 2 months ago

Dutasteride 2.5mg is more effective for vertex hair regrowth than finasteride and lower doses of dutasteride, with effects lasting longer after discontinuation. Finasteride's effectiveness decreases after 36 weeks, and sexual side effects are similar between the two treatments.

community M 26, had to cut my hair short for mandatory military service and I saw a lot more of my vertex than I was anticipating.

5 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the anti-androgen component CB 03 01 and its systemic absorption and safety compared to finasteride. It highlights concerns about inhibiting DHT conversion and the safety of using clascoterone for hair loss.

community Hows the bro science feeling about 5mg oral min once a day or 2.5 twice?

4 upvotes 1 year ago

Oral minoxidil boosted vertex hair but not the hairline, with a stack including 5mg minoxidil, 2mg dutasteride, topical foam minoxidil, fluridil, and Nizoral. Users discuss dosing strategies, with some suggesting 2.5mg twice daily for sustained levels, while others recommend 5mg once daily based on clinical trials.

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in Is this regrowth? 553 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is pleased with their hair transplant results but is concerned about the vertex area. They use Minoxidil and finasteride daily and had the procedure at a clinic in Athens.

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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

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