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research Effects of Copper (II) Albumin Complex on Thermal Skin Burn
Copper (II) albumin complex improves healing of severe burns by its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and pain relief properties.
research Effect of Flutamide and Two Novel Synthetic Steroids on GABA, Glutamine, and Some Oxidative Stress Markers in Rat Brain and Prostate
Flutamide and a new synthetic steroid affected brain and prostate chemicals and showed potential for treating androgen-related conditions and epilepsy.
research Relationships Between Hair-Follicle Afferent Axons and Glycine-Immunoreactive Profiles in Cat Spinal Dorsal Horn
Aδ-LTMRs have complex synapses with glycine, while Aβ-LTMRs have simpler ones.
research Microglia: Sculptors of the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome-Like Brain?
Microglia, the brain's immune cells, may contribute to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) by altering the female brain's structure and function, with kisspeptin neurons and GABA neurotransmitters also playing a role.
research Sodium Valproate Improves Skin Flap Survival via Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid and Histone Deacetylase Inhibitory System
Sodium valproate helps skin healing by affecting GABA and histone deacetylase.
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5 / 58 resultscommunity (M26) Can minoxidil alone maintain my hair for at least 3-4 years from now?
User with hair loss asks if minoxidil alone can maintain hair for 3-4 years. Replies suggest trying low dose topical finasteride and addressing insomnia with lifestyle changes.
community Progressive insomnia (treatment-resistant) due to Finasteride
A medical student experienced hair loss slowing with Finasteride but developed severe, treatment-resistant insomnia. They tried various medications with little effect, suspecting Post-Finasteride Syndrome, and others suggested the insomnia might be linked to Finasteride's impact on neurosteroids.
community Anyone else feel like a victim of medical misinformation towards finasteride?
Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, expressing regret over delayed use due to misinformation and sharing mixed outcomes, including side effects and benefits. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.