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GlossaryGPR44

protein receptor involved in immune response and inflammation

GPR44, also known as CRTH2 or the DP2 receptor, is a type of protein found on the surface of certain cells that plays a role in the body's immune response. It is involved in the process of inflammation and allergic reactions by binding to prostaglandin D2, a molecule that can cause symptoms like itching, swelling, and redness. This receptor is also being studied for its potential role in conditions like asthma and alopecia, where it may influence hair growth and immune system activity.

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research Clues About The Causes Of Male Pattern Baldness

June 2012 in “Nature digest”

A substance called prostaglandin D2 is linked to stopping hair growth in men with common baldness.

research Does Prostaglandin D2 Hold the Cure to Male Pattern Baldness?

57 citations, February 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology”

Prostaglandin D₂ might be targeted for new male pattern baldness treatments.

research News Updates

April 2012 in “Lab Animal”

Early exposure to germs may protect against autoimmune diseases, lack of sex increases alcohol preference in fruit flies, a potential baldness treatment could involve blocking a specific receptor, skin memory cells help prevent re-infection, high-fat diets can affect brain cells related to weight, and the link between social status, stress, and heart disease in primates is unclear.

research Prostaglandin D2 Inhibits Hair Growth and Is Elevated in Bald Scalp of Men With Androgenetic Alopecia

June 2012 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature”

Prostaglandin D2, found in higher levels in bald scalps, stops hair growth and could be a target for treating hair loss.

research Prostaglandin D2 Inhibits Hair Growth and Is Elevated in Bald Scalp of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia

May 2012 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature”

Prostaglandin D2, found in higher levels in bald scalps, stops hair growth, suggesting that blocking its receptor could potentially treat hair loss.

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community What should I expect from dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 3 years ago

The user tried Minoxidil, PRP, Hair Carboxytherapy, and topical Dutasteride with limited success and is now on oral Dutasteride. They are experiencing some hair loss reduction but no significant density improvement, leading to feelings of depression.

community Fevipiprant 2019!

17 upvotes 8 years ago

The conversation discusses Fevipiprant, an asthma drug that may block CRTH2 and potentially stop male pattern baldness (MPB) without inhibiting DHT. It also mentions the use of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss.