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    GlossaryPain Mediator

    substance that transmits and modulates pain signals in the body

    A pain mediator, also known as a pain signaling molecule, is a substance in the body that plays a crucial role in the transmission and modulation of pain signals. These molecules, such as prostaglandins, bradykinin, and substance P, are released in response to injury or inflammation and interact with nerve receptors to amplify the sensation of pain. Understanding pain mediators is essential for developing effective pain management therapies.

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      community Why I really believe the tension theory is the cause of MPB

      in Research/Science  70 upvotes   3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the tension theory as a cause of male pattern baldness (MPB), suggesting that scalp tension and reduced subcutaneous fat layer contribute to hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and Botox.

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      in Update  47 upvotes   2 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.

      community Scalp pain, diffuse thinning and Fin+nizoral

      in Chat  7 upvotes   5 months ago
      A user experiencing scalp pain and diffuse hair thinning is taking finasteride and using Nizoral shampoo. They plan to continue finasteride for 6 months and consider adding minoxidil if no improvement is seen.

      community Topical Minoxidil is a pain in the ass for diffuse thinners

      in Minoxidil  95 upvotes   1 year ago
      Topical minoxidil being a difficult product to apply, with users considering finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil as alternative treatments for diffuse thinning hair. Other advice includes shaving the head in the first 3 months of using minoxidil and finding ways to apply it without saturating the hair.