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    GlossaryGene Expression Analysis

    technique to measure gene activity in different conditions

    Gene Expression Analysis is a technique used to study how genes are turned on or off in cells, which helps scientists understand how genes contribute to various biological processes and diseases. By measuring the levels of RNA produced from genes, researchers can determine which genes are active in different tissues or under different conditions, providing insights into functions like hair growth or the mechanisms behind conditions like alopecia.

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      community Minoxidil is a 5ar inhibitor according to research

      in Research/Science  147 upvotes 1 month ago
      Minoxidil may inhibit androgen receptors and affect hormonal pathways, potentially explaining its effectiveness in treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Users discuss its varying effectiveness on scalp versus facial hair and note fewer side effects with topical use compared to oral.

      community Journey against alopecia - Finasteride 3 month

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 26-year-old man from France started experiencing hair loss in September 2020 and began using finasteride in June 2021, reporting some improvement after three months without side effects. He plans to continue finasteride for a year before considering additional treatments like minoxidil or dermarolling.

      community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

      in Treatment  55 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.