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    Glossaryβ-catenin

    protein involved in cell signaling and hair follicle regulation

    β-catenin is a protein that plays a crucial role in cell signaling and the regulation of cell growth and development. It is a key component of the Wnt signaling pathway, which is important for processes like embryonic development and the maintenance of adult tissues, including hair follicles. Abnormal β-catenin activity is associated with various conditions, including cancer and hair loss disorders like alopecia.

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      community Anyone used Topical Calcipotriol (cream) or VPA ( Valproic Acid)

      in Chat  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses using topical Calcipotriol and Valproic Acid for hair loss, focusing on their mechanisms involving the VDR receptor and Wnt/beta-catenin pathway. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

      in Research/Science  92 upvotes 2 years ago
      The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

      community How true is the statement: dead follicles don't grow back?

      in Research/Science  107 upvotes 1 month ago
      Hair follicles usually go dormant rather than die, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hormone therapy can sometimes reactivate them, though results vary. Complete regrowth is rare, especially in long-term bald areas, but some individuals see significant improvement with these treatments.

      community Better Than Minoxidil? Topical Sodium Valproate

      in Research/Science  52 upvotes 1 month ago
      Topical sodium valproate may promote hair growth by inhibiting GSK3β, allowing beta-catenin to proliferate, but it has potential side effects and requires more research. The conversation also mentions skepticism about a product called Vdphlo1, which includes sodium valproate and other ingredients.