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    GlossaryNatural Killer Cells

    cells that destroy virus-infected or cancerous cells

    Natural Killer Cells, often abbreviated as NK cells, are a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the body's immune system. They are part of the innate immune response and are responsible for identifying and destroying cells that are infected by viruses or have become cancerous, without the need for prior exposure to these threats.

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      community Been on Dut for 2 1/2 years. AMA

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shares a positive experience with Dutasteride for hair loss, noting increased hair density and minimal side effects after switching from Finasteride. They prefer oral Dutasteride and avoid Minoxidil due to its inconvenience and potential risks.

      community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

      in Research/Science  2449 upvotes 4 years ago
      The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.

      community How all hormones affect our hair follicles. Not just DHT. Take a look at this paper. Prolactin, melatonin, cortisol, progesterone, testosterone and more

      in Research/Science  126 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses various factors affecting hair loss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hair loss.

      community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in

      in Treatment  83 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.

      community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily

      in Update  47 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.