research A Keratinocyte-Specific Epoxygenase, CYP2B12, Metabolizes Arachidonic Acid with Unusual Selectivity, Producing a Single Major Epoxyeicosatrienoic Acid
CYP2B12 enzyme in skin cells converts arachidonic acid into specific bioactive lipids.
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research Skin Regeneration with Conical and Hair Follicle Structure of Deep Second-Degree Scalding Injuries via Combined Expression of the EPO Receptor and Beta Common Receptor by Local Subcutaneous Injection of Nanosized rhEPO
Local injections of nanosized rhEPO can speed up skin healing and improve quality after deep second-degree burns.
research Wear Characteristics of Epoxy-Based Hybrid Composites Reinforced with Short Hair Fibers and Glass Micro Spheres
Adding human hair fibers and glass micro-spheres to epoxy improves its wear resistance and strength.
research Crystal Structure and Synthesis of 17α-Acetoxy-6,7-Epoxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
A new compound was made that might help treat diseases related to male hormones.
research Role of the Soluble Epoxide Hydrolase in Hair Follicle Stem Cell Homeostasis and Hair Growth
The enzyme sEH is important for hair growth and its inhibition could help treat hair loss.
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5 / 7 resultscommunity Stopping finasteride for chemo
A user diagnosed with lymphoma is advised to stop finasteride during chemotherapy, with suggestions to consider treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil post-recovery. The focus is on prioritizing health over hair loss, with encouragement and advice from others who have experienced similar situations.
community How do athletes maintain their hair transplants? Or do they not?
Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notable examples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.
community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
community People treat me so different when I was bald compared to my comb over.
The user feels treated better with a comb-over than when bald due to cancer. They are considering a hair transplant and using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.
community Finasteride vs Dutasteride, some helpfully info I put together as a physician
The conversation discusses the pros and cons of dutasteride for male pattern baldness, with a focus on its long half-life. The user, a physician, also mentions that switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause temporary hair loss until dutasteride reaches effective levels or accelerates the hair cycle.