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GlossaryMuscle Atrophy

decrease in muscle mass and strength due to inactivity

Muscle atrophy, also known as muscle wasting, refers to the decrease in muscle mass and strength due to a variety of factors such as prolonged inactivity, aging, malnutrition, or certain medical conditions like ALS or muscular dystrophy. This condition results from an imbalance between protein synthesis and degradation within muscle tissues, leading to the shrinkage and weakening of muscle fibers.

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research Nestin-Expressing Stem Cells from the Hair Follicle Can Differentiate Into Motor Neurons and Reduce Muscle Atrophy after Transplantation to Injured Nerves

7 citations , September 2013 in “Tissue engineering. Part A”

Hair follicle stem cells can become motor neurons and reduce muscle loss after nerve injury.

The Anti-Muscle Atrophy Effects of Ishige Sinicola in LPS-Induced C2C12 Myotubes Through Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Actions

research The Anti-Muscle Atrophy Effects of Ishige sinicola in LPS-Induced C2C12 Myotubes through Its Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Actions

1 citations , September 2023 in “Applied sciences (Basel)”

Ishige sinicola extract may help prevent muscle atrophy through its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

Skin Physiology in Microgravity: A 3-Month Stay Aboard ISS Induces Dermal Atrophy and Affects Cutaneous Muscle and Hair Follicles Cycling in Mice

research Skin physiology in microgravity: a 3-month stay aboard ISS induces dermal atrophy and affects cutaneous muscle and hair follicles cycling in mice

48 citations , May 2015 in “NPJ microgravity”

A 3-month stay in space causes skin thinning, disrupts hair growth, and changes muscle-related genes in mice.

research Lambertianic Acid from Platycladus orientalis Inhibits Muscle Atrophy in Dexamethasone-Induced C2C12 Muscle Atrophy Cells

2 citations , April 2025 in “Plants”

Lambertianic acid helps prevent muscle wasting.

research Long-Term Superiority of Composite Versus Muscle-Only Free Flaps for Skull Coverage

14 citations , May 2004 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery”

Composite flaps are better than muscle-only flaps for long-term skull coverage.

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community My muscles & butt are disappearing on finas, and I’m only taking it because my hair was vanishing too. Help! Details below.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 5 years ago

A 39 year old female who has been taking finasteride for 1.5 months and is experiencing side effects such as muscle and butt shrinkage, and weight loss despite still having tight clothing. The user is seeking advice from those with knowledge of bodybuilding and hormones to help figure out the issue.

community induce goosebumps to reverse hairloss

in Satire 18 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation humorously discusses inducing goosebumps to potentially reverse hair loss, with mentions of using cold therapy and muscle exercises. It also references other unconventional ideas like removing a testicle to lower DHT.

community Nandrolone Replacement Therapy

in Treatment 43 upvotes 3 years ago

A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.

community Turkey is constantly pouring money into fear mongering around finasteride in order to protect its hair transplant economy

in Satire 116 upvotes 4 months ago

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 Adipose tissue layer and stem cells.

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 9 months ago

Adipose fat cells and stem cells may help treat hair loss by restoring the scalp's thickness. Treatments like NanoFat injections and Botox are discussed for their potential to promote hair growth.

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