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    GlossaryDopamine Agonists (DA agonists)

    medications that mimic dopamine by stimulating its brain receptors

    Dopamine agonists, also known as dopamine receptor agonists or DA agonists, are medications that mimic the action of dopamine by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain. They are commonly used to treat conditions like Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome by compensating for low dopamine levels, thereby improving symptoms such as motor control and mood.

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      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.

      community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?

      in Finasteride  42 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.
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