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    type of white blood cell crucial for immune defense

    Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell that play a crucial role in the immune system by helping the body fight off infections and diseases. There are two main types: B cells, which produce antibodies to neutralize pathogens, and T cells, which destroy infected cells and coordinate the immune response.

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      community You will lose hair if your prostaglandins aren't in balance

      in Research/Science  54 upvotes 1 week ago
      Prostaglandin balance affects hair loss, particularly in conditions like Lichen Planopilaris, where an imbalance can lead to hair follicle damage. Treatments mentioned include prostaglandin analogs and Pioglitazone HCL, with a focus on maintaining prostaglandin equilibrium for potential hair regrowth.

      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 6 months ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 7 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.