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GlossaryImmunomodulation

altering the immune system's response to enhance or suppress activity

Immunomodulation refers to the process of altering the immune system's response, either by enhancing or suppressing its activity. This can be achieved through various methods, including medications, therapies, or lifestyle changes, and is often used to treat conditions like autoimmune diseases, allergies, and even some types of hair loss such as alopecia areata.

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diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties

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research Functional Enhancement Strategies for Immunomodulation of Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Their Therapeutic Application

53 citations, September 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy”

New methods to improve the healing abilities of mesenchymal stem cells for disease treatment are promising but need more research.

research Human Hair Follicle-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells from the Lower Dermal Sheath as a Competitive Alternative for Immunomodulation

7 citations, January 2022 in “Biomedicines”

Cells from the lower part of hair follicles are a promising, less invasive option for immune system therapies.

Towards a Consensus Potency Assay for Mesenchymal Stromal Cells: A Matrix Analysis of Cell Source, Donor Variability, and Inflammatory Stimuli to Refine Surrogate Markers of Immunomodulation

research Towards a Consensus Potency Assay for Mesenchymal Stromal Cells: A Matrix Analysis of Cell Source, Donor Variability, and Inflammatory Stimuli to Refine Surrogate Markers of Immunomodulation

3 citations, May 2019 in “Cytotherapy”

ATIR101 improves survival in stem cell transplant patients; Australian stem cell treatment decisions are influenced by regulation changes.

research The Vitamin B5/Coenzyme A Axis: A Target for Immunomodulation?

May 2024 in “European Journal of Immunology”

Vitamin B5 and coenzyme A may help regulate the immune system and could improve treatments for chronic diseases and cancer.

research Current and Potential Agents for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

41 citations, February 2001 in “Current pharmaceutical design”

Current and future treatments for alopecia areata focus on immunosuppression, immunomodulation, and protecting hair follicles.

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community Anyone else taking Litfulo (ritlecitinib) to treat their alopecia?

in Treatment 5 upvotes 1 year ago

A user diagnosed with Alopecia Areata started using Litfulo (ritlecitinib), kenalog shots, and mometasone furoate 0.1%. They shaved their head and are seeking others' experiences with Litfulo.

community The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

in Chat 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.