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    GlossaryMatrix Metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2)

    enzyme that breaks down proteins in the extracellular matrix

    Matrix Metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2), also known as Gelatinase A, is an enzyme that breaks down proteins in the extracellular matrix, particularly type IV collagen. This process is crucial for tissue remodeling, wound healing, and angiogenesis, but excessive MMP-2 activity can contribute to diseases like cancer and fibrosis by promoting abnormal tissue degradation.

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      community Doubts about my new exosomes treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 22-year-old is frustrated with ongoing hair loss despite using treatments like topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, oral dutasteride, and oral minoxidil. Their dermatologist suggests treating scalp inflammation with oral tretinoin and using exosomes for alopecia.

      community Dudasteride/Minoxidil for 3 years. Anything else?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for over three years with good results and is seeking additional treatments to improve hair growth by 10-15%. Suggestions include derma stamping, red light therapy, deep massage, caffeinated shampoos, and biotin supplementation.