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    GlossaryMercury (Hg)

    heavy, toxic metal liquid at room temperature

    Mercury, also known as Hg or quicksilver, is a heavy, silvery metal that is liquid at room temperature. It is used in various applications, including thermometers, dental amalgams, and fluorescent lighting. However, mercury is highly toxic and can cause serious health issues, including neurological and developmental damage, particularly when inhaled or ingested.

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      community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair

      in Progress Pictures  492 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.

      community Is IGF-1 the reason why some people don't respond well to min-fin treatment?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who didn't respond well to minoxidil and finasteride is considering the role of IGF-1 in hair loss treatment effectiveness. They discuss the potential of using HGH to improve hair growth and other health issues, referencing several sources that suggest IGF-1 levels may influence hair loss and treatment response.

      community Does low HGH leading to hairloss?

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiencing diffuse hair loss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hair loss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hair loss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hair loss.