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    type of white blood cell involved in immune defense

    Monocytes are a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune system. They circulate in the bloodstream and, when they migrate into tissues, they differentiate into macrophages and dendritic cells, which are essential for phagocytosing pathogens and presenting antigens to T cells, respectively.

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      community Finally live! alcohol-free, propylene glycol–free topical finasteride foam

      in Update  16 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A new alcohol-free, propylene glycol-free topical finasteride foam is available for prescription in Canada and the USA, offering a cleaner alternative for hair loss treatment. The product also offers a combination of 0.1% finasteride with 5% minoxidil and aims to be affordable and less irritating for sensitive scalps.

      community Creatine is the opposite of minoxidil !

      in Research/Science  322 upvotes 1 month ago
      Creatine may counteract minoxidil's hair growth effects by closing potassium ATP channels, potentially leading to hair loss in predisposed individuals. Despite anecdotal reports, there is no conclusive evidence linking creatine to hair loss.

      community Unpopular Opinion: hair cloning kind of sucks as a potential future cure.

      in Technology  26 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair cloning is seen as a distant and potentially less relevant solution for hair loss due to its high cost, invasiveness, and the advancement of other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Many believe that by the time hair cloning becomes viable, other less invasive and more effective treatments will be available.