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GlossaryTyrosinase Activity

enzyme's role in producing melanin from tyrosine

Tyrosinase activity refers to the function of the enzyme tyrosinase in catalyzing the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for the color of skin, hair, and eyes. This enzyme is crucial in the biochemical pathway that converts the amino acid tyrosine into melanin, and its activity level can influence pigmentation and conditions like albinism or hyperpigmentation.

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community I'm tired, boss. I fought. Now I seem to be losing.

in Update 23 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is struggling with hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and addressing vitamin D and ferritin deficiencies. They experienced a temporary improvement but are now shedding hair again and feeling stressed.

community This sub is very toxic towards people who don’t blindly follow the fin mafia

in Treatment 226 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.

community This is the treatment protocol i'm going to take and i'd love to hear what you think

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing hair loss and plans to use a treatment protocol including Saw Palmetto Berries, MCT Oil, Zinc, testosterone balancers, L-tyrosine, and L-theanine. They also use a specific dandruff shampoo and are open to non-prescription treatments.

community Beating gyno symptoms on fin: my recent success

in Update 18 upvotes 2 years ago

A user successfully managed finasteride-induced gyno symptoms by making lifestyle changes, including fasting, avoiding soy, and increasing cardio. They resumed finasteride with a lower dose combined with minoxidil and P7 vitamins without recurrence of symptoms.

community 2.5 months of 1mg fin + 1.25mg OM + dermarolling. Progress or wishful thinking?

in Is this regrowth? 203 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's 2.5 months of finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dermarolling treatments for hair loss, with various users giving their opinion on the progress made.

community Soo.. uhh.. one year... wondering when Dutasteride is going to stop hair loss

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 132 upvotes 1 year ago

User has been on finasteride and switched to Dutasteride 6 months ago, using minoxidil, tretinoin, microneedling, and RU-58841, but still experiencing hair loss. Advice given includes waiting 6-18 months for Dutasteride results and checking if it's definitely MPB.

community I don’t even care about my hair I just like taking drugs

in Satire 1 year ago

A user's experimentation with various hair loss treatments, including medications and topical applications; as well as their desire to experience unusual sensations through the use of drugs.

community Boyfriend’s [31M] progress photos after 6 months on The Hairy Pill (Australian subscription combination of Finasteride/Minoxidil/vitamin supplements)

in Progress Pictures 558 upvotes 1 year ago

KittaLockwood shared progress photos of their boyfriend's hair after 6 months of taking a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements prescribed in an Australian subscription service. They received encouraging responses from other users about supporting their significant other through the journey.

community Trestolone (MENT) as a nuclear treatment

in Treatment 99 upvotes 2 years ago

Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.

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

in Finasteride 42 upvotes 5 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.