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GlossaryHypoxia

condition of insufficient oxygen reaching body tissues

Hypoxia refers to a condition where there is a deficiency of oxygen in the tissues of the body. This can occur due to various reasons such as high altitudes, respiratory diseases, or circulatory issues, and can lead to symptoms like shortness of breath, confusion, and cyanosis. For professionals, understanding the underlying cause of hypoxia is crucial for effective treatment, as it can impact cellular metabolism and organ function.

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community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

in Research/Science 92 upvotes 2 years ago

The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

community Question regarding Stemoxydine

in Product 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Stemoxydine is a hair loss treatment discussed in a forum. Its effectiveness is questioned by users.

community Topical caffeine is a common ingredient in formulas to prevent hair loss and to induce hair regrowth. (What’s your take on this?)

in Treatment 11 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses whether topical caffeine is effective for hair loss, with some users questioning its role due to its vasoconstrictive and vasodilative properties, while another suggests that temporary vasoconstriction might be beneficial by promoting angiogenesis. Specific treatments mentioned include caffeine shampoo, which one user believes is ineffective.

community Opinions on Scalp fibrosis and DHT?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the theory that scalp fibrosis contributes to male pattern baldness (MPB) by increasing DHT concentration, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil. The user seeks opinions on the theory and the effectiveness of scalp massages.

community Have any minoxidil non-responders ever gotten results after adding stemoxydine?

in Minoxidil 9 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss discussion involves minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Minoxidil non-responders may see results after adding stemoxydine due to increased enzyme presence.

community Treatment of Male Pattern Baldness with Botulinum Toxin

in Treatment 12 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses using Botox to treat male pattern baldness, suggesting it may promote hair growth by increasing scalp blood flow and oxygen, reducing dihydrotestosterone levels. The user wonders why this treatment is not widely discussed or if it has been discredited.

community NMN Promotes Cell Proliferation and Hair Growth by Reducing Oxidative Stress

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 5 months ago

NMN shows promise in promoting hair growth by reducing oxidative stress and weakening androgens. It may be a beneficial addition to hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community The theory that explains everything. The malloclusion theory has been proven.

in Research/Science 28 upvotes 1 year ago

Brian Dye's theory links skeletal malocclusion type II to hair loss, suggesting it's a blood flow issue. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and anti-inflammatory drugs like benaxoprofen.

community Effectiveness and Safety of Botulinum Toxin Type A in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 4 years ago

Botox injections increase hair density in patients with androgenetic alopecia. Combining Botox with finasteride yields even better results.

community Why is nobody studying the difference between donor and balding hair?

in Chat 89 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Any New Findings or Interesting Research?

in Research/Science 24 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation is about seeking new research on hair loss treatments beyond the commonly known ones like Minoxidil and Finasteride. Additions to the list of treatments include topical caffeine, alfatradiol, fluridil, stemoxydine, and upcoming treatments like TDM-105795 and verteporfin.

community Diffuse thinning is the worst man

in Chat 248 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.

community Why only the top of the head?!

in Chat 2 years ago

Why the top of the head is affected by hair loss more than other areas, and treatments such as surgery, medications like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 to treat it.

community A Different Take on Curing MBP

16 upvotes 5 years ago

Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

community Does anyone have any experience with Stemoxydine?

in Product 10 upvotes 2 years ago

Using Stemoxydine, a hair growth promoter, in conjunction with Fin and Minoxidil to help counter shedding induced by the latter two treatments. Another user also shared their experience of using Stemoxydine for three months along with dermastamp.

community What about botox injections on the scalp?

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Botox injections on the scalp may help with hair loss, as one small study showed improvement in 8 out of 10 subjects. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Stemoxydine, anyone use it, is it a nice add-on?

in Minoxidil 14 upvotes 2 years ago

Treatments for hair loss (Dutasteride, Finasteride and Minoxidil) and the potential benefits of adding Stemoxydine to the treatment.

community When someone posts a scalp tension theory

in Satire 267 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss theories discussed include poor blood flow, scalp tension, inflammation, and DHT. Treatments mentioned are massaging scalp, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community UPDATE: The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

in Research/Science 449 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.

community Extreme hair and beard growth from Stemoxydine. Big 3 + 1?

in Product 23 upvotes 3 years ago

Using a combination of Stemoxydine, minoxidil, dutasteride, and keto shampoo to achieve extreme hair and beard growth. The user has experienced positive results with terminal hairs at the hairline and an increase in density to their stubble after several weeks of use.