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GlossaryMuscle

tissue that contracts to produce movement in the body

Muscle, also known as muscle tissue, is a type of biological tissue that has the ability to contract and produce movement in the body. It is composed of specialized cells called muscle fibers, which are capable of generating force and motion. There are three main types of muscle tissue: skeletal muscle, which is responsible for voluntary movements; cardiac muscle, which makes up the heart and is responsible for pumping blood; and smooth muscle, which is found in the walls of internal organs and helps regulate functions such as digestion and blood flow.

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research Destruction of the Arrector Pili Muscle and Fat Infiltration in Androgenic Alopecia

35 citations, March 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Hair loss in male pattern baldness involves muscle degeneration and increased scalp fat.

Pro-Insulin-Like Growth Factor-II Ameliorates Age-Related Inefficient Regenerative Response by Orchestrating Self-Reinforcement Mechanism of Muscle Regeneration

research Pro-Insulin-Like Growth Factor-II Ameliorates Age-Related Inefficient Regenerative Response by Orchestrating Self-Reinforcement Mechanism of Muscle Regeneration

19 citations, April 2015 in “Stem Cells”

Pro-IGF-II improves muscle repair in old mice.

research Long-Term Superiority of Composite Versus Muscle-Only Free Flaps for Skull Coverage

14 citations, May 2004 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery”

Composite flaps are better than muscle-only flaps for long-term skull coverage.

Single Follicular Unit Transplantation Reconstructs Arrector Pili Muscle and Nerve Connections and Restores Functional Hair Follicle Piloerection

research Single Follicular Unit Transplantation Reconstructs Arrector Pili Muscle and Nerve Connections and Restores Functional Hair Follicle Piloerection

13 citations, March 2012 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

Hair transplant surgery can rebuild muscle and nerve connections, allowing transplanted hairs to stand up like normal hairs.

research Nestin-Expressing Stem Cells from the Hair Follicle Can Differentiate into Motor Neurons and Reduce Muscle Atrophy After Transplantation to Injured Nerves

7 citations, September 2013 in “Tissue engineering. Part A”

Hair follicle stem cells can become motor neurons and reduce muscle loss after nerve injury.

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community My muscles & butt are disappearing on finas, and I’m only taking it because my hair was vanishing too. Help! Details below.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 4 years ago

A 39 year old female who has been taking finasteride for 1.5 months and is experiencing side effects such as muscle and butt shrinkage, and weight loss despite still having tight clothing. The user is seeking advice from those with knowledge of bodybuilding and hormones to help figure out the issue.

community Masseter Muscles and the Tension Theory of Baldness

in Treatment 6 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses the tension theory of baldness, suggesting that over-developed masseter muscles may harm hair follicles. Botox injections to relax these muscles reportedly led to an 18% increase in hair count in men with AGA.

community Train your forehead and scalp muscles

in Research/Science 23 upvotes 1 month ago

Training scalp muscles to absorb more DHT is suggested as a hair loss solution, but users debate its effectiveness compared to medications like dutasteride and finasteride. Concerns about side effects of DHT blockers, such as reduced libido, are discussed, with some advocating for natural remedies like scalp massages and healthy living.

community Bicalutamide and muscles growth

in Female 6 upvotes 1 month ago

A 30-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia is considering bicalutamide to slow hair loss but is concerned about its impact on muscle growth due to its anti-androgen effects. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, spironolactone, RU58841, and minoxidil, with concerns about bicalutamide's side effects.

community Topical aldactone for men’s hair and muscle effects

in Treatments 18 upvotes 5 months ago

Topical aldactone is discussed for its effects on men's hair and muscles. The conversation explores its potential benefits and side effects compared to other treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

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