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GlossaryIonizing Radiation

high-energy particles or waves that can remove electrons from atoms

Ionizing radiation (IR) refers to high-energy particles or waves, such as X-rays, gamma rays, and certain particles, that have enough energy to remove tightly bound electrons from atoms, creating ions. This process can damage or alter the DNA in cells, which is why it is used in medical imaging and cancer treatment, but also why it poses risks such as radiation sickness and increased cancer risk with excessive exposure.

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research Cultured Human Foreskin as a Model System for Evaluating Ionizing Radiation-Induced Skin Injury

4 citations , August 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”

Human foreskin does not show aging or reduced cell growth after radiation, and H2A.J is not a good marker for radiation-induced aging.

research From Genotoxic Stresses to Skin Damage: Distinct, Novel Mechanisms of Skin and Hair Damage in Chemo/Radiation Therapy

April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Chemotherapy and radiation therapy cause skin and hair damage by altering gene expression and signaling pathways.

research Keratinocyte Stem Cells but Not Melanocyte Stem Cells Are the Primary Target for Radiation-Induced Hair Graying

30 citations , April 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Radiation mainly affects keratinocyte stem cells, not melanocyte stem cells, causing hair to gray.

research Effects of Ionizing Radiation on Murine Gene Expression in Skin and Bone

January 2017 in “NASA Technical Reports Server (NASA)”

Early changes in skin gene expression can predict later bone mass loss after radiation exposure.

research A Therapeutic Role for Survivin in Mitigating the Harmful Effects of Ionizing Radiation

2 citations , January 2016 in “Sarcoma”

Inducing survivin in normal tissues can protect against radiation damage.

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community Making your own RT1640 in China

in Research/Science 4 years ago

RT1640, a combination of cyclosporin A, minoxidil, and RT175, is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth and repigmentation. The unique formulation aims to enhance hair follicle growth and restore hair pigment without the negative side effects of immunosuppressants.

community Why balding gets worse in every generation?

in Chat 81 upvotes 1 year ago

Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community Doctor won’t put me on fin or dut until my wife gives birth. Is this normal?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 1 year ago

A doctor advised against using finasteride or dutasteride during pregnancy. The user continues with oral and topical minoxidil, microneedling, tretinoin, Nizoral, and pyrilutamide.

community Three years on finasteride regrowth

in Satire 745 upvotes 10 months ago

Hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and herbal supplements, with a humorous tone. Users discuss the challenges and sacrifices of hair loss and hair restoration efforts.

community Why should more people explore the "new frontiers" of treatment (Megathread).

in Treatment 9 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses exploring new hair loss treatments beyond popular ones like Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole. Specific treatments mentioned include ozone therapy, Dutasteride mesotherapy, RegeneraActiva, microcurrent electrical hair stimulation, Nourkrin, and BioEqua Enercharger.