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research Three-Dimensional Analysis of Sex- and Gonadal Status-Dependent Microglial Activation in a Mouse Model of Parkinson's Disease
Sex and sex hormones can affect brain inflammation in Parkinson's disease, with male mice being more affected and female mice showing a protective effect.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Management of Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Clinical Evidence
Activated PRP effectively increases hair density and reduces hair loss in alopecia.
research Oral Administration of Berberine Represses Macrophage Activation-Associated Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Pivotal Involvement of the NF-κB
Berberine may reduce prostate enlargement by blocking inflammation.
research Matriptase Expression and Zymogen Activation in Human Pilosebaceous Unit
Matriptase is highly active in hair follicles and sebaceous glands, especially during hair growth phases.
research Endocannabinoids Limit Excessive Mast Cell Maturation And Activation In Human Skin
Endocannabinoids help control mast cell activity in human skin.
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5 / 238 resultscommunity Evolution theory: AGA is your body trying to reduce the risk of prostate cancer by exposing your scalp to more UV
Androgenic alopecia (AGA) might have evolved to reduce prostate cancer risk by increasing UV exposure to the scalp, but this theory is debated. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are used for AGA, though the exact causes and evolutionary reasons for hair loss are unclear.
community [Update] My Final Results – Finasteride, Minoxidil & Microneedling Journey 2020-25
The user successfully regrew hair using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and microneedling, achieving thicker hair and a fuller hairline. They recommend this method over hair transplants, highlighting the importance of patience and consistency.
community Huberman tweet about finasteride
The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hair loss treatment.
community Finally, some real breakthroughs. A comparison of the two leading baldness treatments: PP405 versus ABS-201
PP405 and ABS-201 are promising treatments for male pattern baldness. PP405 shows rapid hair growth in human trials, while ABS-201 shows significant regrowth in animal studies but is still in early human trials.
community Don’t Get Too Hyped About PP405. We've Seen This Movie Before.
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment showing early promise with a 20% hair density increase, but skepticism exists due to past failures of similar treatments like Pyrilutamide, RU58841, and Bimatoprost. Users debate its potential effectiveness, with some hopeful due to Google's involvement, while others urge caution without more evidence.