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    GlossaryCell Membrane

    thin barrier controlling substance movement in and out of cells

    The cell membrane, also known as the plasma membrane or plasmalemma, is a thin, flexible barrier that surrounds the cell, providing structure and protection. It is composed of a double layer of lipids (lipid bilayer) with embedded proteins, which control the movement of substances in and out of the cell, thus maintaining the internal environment and facilitating communication with other cells.

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      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 1 month 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.

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      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user questions if ingesting topical minoxidil could be an alternative to oral minoxidil for hair loss. Another user reports success with this method, noting they saw results and experienced no adverse effects.

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      in Technology  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses making a topical melatonin solution for hair loss treatment, questioning if isopropyl alcohol can dissolve melatonin. Melatonin is soluble in lipids and alcohol, but it's unstable and should be mixed fresh regularly; it may help hair growth by affecting certain cellular signaling pathways and has anti-androgenic effects.

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      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  50 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.