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    GlossaryEpithelial Tissues (Epithelial Cells)

    layers of cells covering body surfaces and lining cavities

    Epithelial tissues, also known as epithelia, are layers of cells that cover the surfaces of the body, both inside and out. They form the outer layer of the skin, line the cavities and organs, and are involved in protection, secretion, and absorption. These tissues are crucial for creating barriers and interfaces between different environments, such as the skin protecting against pathogens and the lining of the gut absorbing nutrients.

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      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 3 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 abusing caffeine boosts DHT levels!

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      Caffeine intake may increase DHT levels, but its impact on hair loss is minimal compared to genetic factors. Excessive caffeine can cause health issues, and its effects on hair loss are not directly applicable to humans based on rat studies.