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    GlossaryInterleukin-18 (IL-18)

    cytokine that promotes inflammation and immune responses

    Interleukin-18 (IL-18) is a cytokine, a type of protein that plays a crucial role in the immune system by promoting inflammation. It is involved in the body's defense mechanisms against infections and has been linked to various inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, including alopecia areata, where it can contribute to hair loss by triggering an immune response against hair follicles.

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      community ORAL MIN ,DERMAROLLING AND RU58841 PROGRESS 3 months (18,M)

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about an 18-year-old's progress with hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil, dermarolling, and RU58841 over three months, starting treatment after beginning to lose hair at 16. Participants are impressed with the improvement and encourage continued treatment.

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      in Transplants  104 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about someone considering a hair transplant due to ineffective hair loss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hair loss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.

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      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 50-year-old user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, pumpkin seed oil, derma rolling, biotin shampoo, and Nizoral. They reported significant improvement in hair density and regrowth, especially in the crown and mid-scalp areas, with no side effects.