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research Touch Receptors Undergo Rapid Remodeling in Healthy Skin
Touch sensitivity in mouse skin decreases during hair growth due to changes in touch receptors.
research 50285 Oxytocin receptor is present in keratinocytes near touch and pain sensory neurons
Oxytocin receptors are found in skin cells near touch and pain neurons.
research Tactile sensitivity in the rat: a correlation between receptor structure and function
Rats have different touch receptors in their paws that help with movement and handling objects.
research KCNQ Potassium Channels Modulate Sensitivity of Skin Down-hair (D-hair) Mechanoreceptors
KCNQ potassium channels help control the sensitivity of touch receptors in the skin.
research Joint Public Review: Touch receptor end-organ innervation and function require sensory neuron expression of the transcription factor Meis2
Meis2 is essential for touch sensation and nerve function in mice.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 2 Years on Fin — Early Gains, Acne Flare, and Ongoing Scalp Sensitivity
The user has been on finasteride for over two years, experiencing early hair regrowth, acne, and scalp sensitivity, but now faces thinning hair and questions about dosage and long-term effectiveness. They also used retinal to help with acne and are seeking advice on whether to adjust their finasteride dose.
community Steve Assanti from my 600lbs life. As unhealthy as you can be yet rocks a thick NW1.
Hair loss is mainly influenced by genetics and DHT sensitivity. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, oral minoxidil, and finasteride.
community Why does finasteride stop working?
Finasteride may seem less effective over time due to increased DHT sensitivity or aging, but it still suppresses DHT. Switching to dutasteride offers stronger DHT suppression but may increase estrogen levels.
community Case study: 1mo progress microneedling + minox, no fin.
A user shared their experience with microneedling and minoxidil for hair loss, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about systemic hormone effects. They reported slight hair regrowth after one month and plan to continue the regimen, noting improvements in skin sensitivity and managing dandruff with anti-dandruff shampoo.
community I wish I were a man so bad. Life is cruel
A woman with androgenetic alopecia uses Dutasteride and Bicalutamide but feels devastated due to increased sensitivity to DHT. She considers wigs, Minoxidil, and seeks advice on options like spironolactone, hair transplants, and therapy.