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research Cutaneous signals of immune system disease
Skin issues can indicate immune system problems.
research What’s Sex Got to Do With COVID-19? Gender-Based Differences in the Host Immune Response to Coronaviruses
Men generally have more severe COVID-19 cases and higher death rates than women due to biological differences.
research Host-microbiome interactions and recent progress into understanding the biology of acne vulgaris
Acne is linked to complex skin microbe interactions, and new findings suggest microbiome-based treatments could be effective.
research Immuno-Endocrinology of COVID-19: The Key Role of Sex Hormones
Sex hormones may affect COVID-19 severity, with estrogen possibly reducing risk and testosterone potentially increasing it.
research Acne: Transient Arrest in the Homeostatic Host–Microbiota Dialog?
Acne is a temporary skin imbalance during puberty that often resolves on its own.
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5 / 85 resultscommunity Turkey is constantly pouring money into fear mongering around finasteride in order to protect its hair transplant economy
Finasteride and minoxidil are commonly recommended by hair transplant clinics, including those in Turkey, despite some negative perceptions and concerns about side effects. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the effectiveness and safety of these treatments, with some users expressing skepticism about side effects and others emphasizing the importance of these medications for successful hair transplants.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
community Story time! The Great Unbalding (PP405)
PP405 is a promising new hair loss treatment that may reactivate dormant hair follicles without side effects. It could surpass traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride if successful in further trials.
community My Theory Regarding a Cause and Cure for Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.
community PP405 mechanism question - looking for discussion
PP405 may promote short-term hair growth by pushing follicles into the growth phase, but concerns exist about long-term effects due to lack of rest phases. Users discuss various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, alfatradiol, and investigational drugs like KX-826 and GT20029 for hair maintenance and regrowth.