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specialized proteins in cell membranes that regulate ion flow

Ion channels are specialized proteins embedded in cell membranes that allow ions (such as sodium, potassium, calcium, and chloride) to pass in and out of cells. These channels play a crucial role in various physiological processes, including nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and maintaining the cell's electrical balance. They can open or close in response to specific signals, such as changes in voltage across the membrane or the binding of a chemical messenger.

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community Have you ever seen a "back from the dead" result that DIDNT use microneedling?

in Microneedling 35 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Some users report significant hair regrowth without microneedling, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Others believe microneedling enhances results, but opinions vary on its necessity.

community Progress pictures. 2 months on Fin, 4 on Min.

in Progress Pictures 191 upvotes 1 month ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after using Finasteride for 2 months and Minoxidil for 4 months, along with a derma roller. They reported no side effects from the treatments and noted that Finasteride seemed to contribute most to the progress.

community Solving Hair Loss with Research at MIT

in Research/Science 590 upvotes 1 month ago

Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.

community hairline resurrection — 2 months before/after [5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride everyday, 2% keto shampoo every three days, weekly 0.5mm dermarolling]

in Progress Pictures 483 upvotes 1 year ago

This conversation was about a user named Substantial_Pen_1099 who has been using an regimen of 5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride everyday, 2% keto shampoo every three days, and weekly 0.5mm dermarolling for hair loss treatment over the course of 3 months. Others in the conversation expressed disbelief at their progress, to which Substantial_Pen_1099 provided video proof as evidence.

community Why is Kevin Mann (Haircafe) Hated?

in Chat 62 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments, including microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841; the efficacy of these treatments; criticisms of Kevin Mann's content related to his selective data presentation and biases towards certain treatments; and other topics such as DHT being labeled a "trash hormone" and critiques of other hairloss YouTubers.

community 22M results after 1 year of fin 1.25mg/day

in Progress Pictures 794 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's results after using finasteride (1.25mg/day) for one year, which included improvements to their hair and skin as well as some side effects such as decreased libido and watery semen. They also mentioned they stopped taking creatine around the same time.

community Roughly 1.5 years progress. Dut, Fin, Minox, RU.

in Progress Pictures 799 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's progress with treatments for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU. Other members of the conversation provided tips such as using Microneedling and Tretinoin to increase regrowth and wounding areas of the scalp that are thinning in order to fill them in.

community Electrical devices like violet ray for hair regrowth

in Technology 5 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using a violet ray device for hair regrowth, citing a case where zinc ion treatments showed promising results. It also mentions similar devices like the Growcombr and niostem helmet.

community Black dots coming in along hairline, sign of regrowth?

in Is this regrowth? 1 upvotes 1 year ago

User noticed black dots along the hairline and temples, questioning if it's regrowth. They are using a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, and a compounded topical treatment.

community Maybe oral min was not that good of an idea for someone this naturally hairy

in Satire 413 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses increased body hair after using oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Others share experiences and debate benefits of being hairy versus bald.

community Don’t call it a comeback! Progress pics. 4/14/22- 1/13/23. Been on Fin 1mg daily, min once a day and Keto 2% twice a week.

in Progress Pictures 67 upvotes 1 year ago

The user's progress with hair loss treatments, including Fin 1mg daily, Minoxidil once a day and Keto 2% twice a week. Another user commented in response.

community One year anti androgen update CROWN

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 336 upvotes 1 year ago

User used Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil for one year to treat hair loss. They discussed possibly trying RU58841 or pyrilutamide in the future.

community My fin experience over 13+ years

in Chat 150 upvotes 2 years ago

The user's experience and success with taking finasteride to treat hair loss, which is confirmed by other users who have taken it without side effects. The user also advises that consulting a doctor before starting any kind of treatment for hair loss is important, as opposed to relying on self-made remedies available online.

community Only 10 more days until cassiopea releases their 12 month results for CB-03-01 our best hope of an alternative to finasteride

in Finasteride 151 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses anticipation for CB-03-01, a potential new hair loss treatment that may be more effective and have a cleaner safety profile than finasteride. Users are hopeful but cautious, discussing current treatments like minoxidil, nizoral, and dermarolling, and the possibility of combining them with CB-03-01 for better results.

community Need advice. Am I on the right track or do I need to do more? Currently on 1mg Fin 1mg Min, Dermarolling 1.5mm weekly, using kerastase densifique stemoxydine daily. 1 month in

in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatment using 1mg Fin, 1mg Min, weekly dermarolling, and daily stemoxydine. Advice given: continue for 6 months and consider adding ketoconazole shampoo.

community 6k grafts DHI Method (2 month mark) am I on track for a good result?

in Progress Pictures 5 upvotes 5 months ago

The user is 2 months post-hair transplant with 6,000 grafts using the DHI method and is using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are seeking feedback on their progress.

community Parents think that I need a therapist because I obsess over my hair loss

in Chat 75 upvotes 11 months ago

A 19-year-old is concerned about going bald and disagrees with their parents who suggest therapy, believing hair loss will negatively impact their life. Some suggest therapy can help with the emotional aspects, while others support using finasteride and focusing on what makes the individual happy.

community 3 months on oral Fin 1mg and Oral Min 2.5mg. I am happy with my results so far.

in Is this regrowth? 7 upvotes 2 months ago

OP is happy with hair regrowth results after 3 months on oral Finasteride 1mg and oral Minoxidil 2.5mg, and has added Biotin. Users suggest additional treatments like dermastamping and discuss potential side effects of Minoxidil.

community Coming up on 6 months of treatment. Fin + min, dermaroll 1x per week, Nizoral 3x per week. No sides. Decent gains for the time I’ve been on it I think, hope to see more as time goes on! Last pic was today after a haircut, each photo is captioned.

in Progress Pictures 70 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's progress with treating their hair loss using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and Nizoral 3 times per week over 6 months without any side effects; they are happy with their progress so far and are looking forward to further gains.

community RU58841, Topical dutasteride minoxidil and tretonin, dermarolling, serioxyl, and redensyl for about 3 months. Each picture is about 2 weeks of growth. I used to have thick hair with big curls. Am I on track to get it back? Age 32

in Progress Pictures 25 upvotes 2 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including topical dutasteride minoxidil, tretonin, dermarolling, serioxyl, and redensyl over a period of 3 months; switching from RU58841 to pyrilutamide was suggested with potentially less risk of systemic side effects; and encouragement to not give up hope.

community 3.5 months on 7%Minoxdil - 0.1%Finasteride - .025%Tret (Topical)

in Progress Pictures 347 upvotes 6 months ago

The user noticed a significant improvement in hair loss after 3.5 months using a topical treatment of 7% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, and 0.025% Tretinoin, which was prescribed and shipped from a pharmacy in Indiana. Other users discussed alternative products with varying concentrations of Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community What happened to u/TheAppGod and his self-administered dutasteride mesotherapy?

in Research/Science 39 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who attempted to self-administer dutasteride mesotherapy with no success and other users giving their experiences, suggesting the use of treatments such as Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community How much do you pay a Month for your Medication?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 2 months ago

The user spends around 200€ monthly on hair loss treatments, including Kx826, Alfatradiol, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Stemoxydine, Tretinoin, and a Dermastamp. The total cost is approximately 220$.

community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily

in Update 47 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.

community so pissed off at the world. hairloss is a nightmare in your early 20's (WARNING, RANT)

in Treatment 153 upvotes 2 years ago

User frustrated with lack of results from finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. Others suggest checking for other health issues, focusing on fitness, and considering alternative treatments.