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GlossaryOpportunistic pathogen

microorganism causing disease in weakened immune systems

An opportunistic pathogen is a type of microorganism that normally doesn't cause disease in a healthy individual but can lead to infections when the person's immune system is weakened or compromised. For example, people with conditions like HIV/AIDS, undergoing chemotherapy, or taking immunosuppressive drugs are more susceptible to these pathogens.

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research Pityrosporum Species as a Cause of Allergy and Infection

89 citations, May 1999 in “Allergy”

The yeast Pityrosporum ovale can cause skin allergies and infections, and antifungal treatments like ketoconazole are effective against it.

research Natural Pathogens of Laboratory Animals and Their Effects on Research

28 citations, January 2000 in “Medical Mycology”

Fungal infections in lab animals can interfere with research.

research Possible Role of ILC1 in the Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata

3 citations, April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

ILC1 cells contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata.

research Distinct Phenotypic and Genomic Signatures Underlie Contrasting Pathogenic Potential of Staphylococcus Epidermidis Clonal Lineages

37 citations, August 2019 in “Frontiers in Microbiology”

Staphylococcus epidermidis A/C strains are more antibiotic-resistant and infection-adapted, while B strains thrive in hair follicles.

Combination of an Engineered Lactococcus Lactis Expressing CXCL12 with Light-Emitting Diode Yellow Light as a Treatment for Scalded Skin in Mice

research Combination of an Engineered Lactococcus Lactis Expressing CXCL12 with Light-Emitting Diode Yellow Light as a Treatment for Scalded Skin in Mice

6 citations, July 2021 in “Microbial biotechnology”

The combined treatment with engineered bacteria and yellow LED light improved wound healing in mice.

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community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

in Research/Science 11 upvotes 1 month ago

Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.

community Medications that cause extra hair growth

in Research/Science 123 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.

community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I

in Update 118 upvotes 3 years ago

A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.