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    GlossarySerotonin (5-HT)

    neurotransmitter regulating mood, sleep, and appetite

    Serotonin, also known as 5-HT or 5-Hydroxytryptamine, is a neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in regulating mood, sleep, appetite, and other physiological functions. It is primarily found in the brain, bowels, and blood platelets, and imbalances in serotonin levels are often linked to conditions such as depression, anxiety, and migraines.

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      Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

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      Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity

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      community Small personal success with fin and microneedling

      in Chat  30 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 29-year-old man experienced significant hair thickening at the front and top after using finasteride and microneedling for two months, as noticed by his hairdresser. He used 0.5 mg/day of finasteride orally, switched to a topical solution, and performed microneedling with a Derminator2 every 6-7 days.

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      in Research/Science  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is likely the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, followed by finasteride and minoxidil in various forms and dosages. Users discuss personal experiences, dosages, and potential side effects, with some considering combining treatments for better results.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 5 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.