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    GlossaryPro-inflammatory markers

    substances indicating inflammation in the body

    Pro-inflammatory markers are substances in the body that indicate the presence of inflammation. These markers, such as cytokines and C-reactive protein (CRP), are produced by the immune system and can be measured in blood tests to help diagnose and monitor conditions like infections, autoimmune diseases, and even hair loss disorders like alopecia.

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      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 9 months ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community Efficacy of Dut at 0.5mg VS 1mg VS 2.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  49 upvotes 1 month ago
      Higher doses of dutasteride, such as 2.5mg, are more effective at reducing scalp DHT than 0.5mg, but are costly and inconvenient. A 1mg dose is considered a more affordable and practical option, though its efficacy is uncertain.

      community First 3 pics are at 6 months .5 mg fin daily, last 3 are 13 months

      in Progress Pictures  74 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair at 6 months using 0.5 mg finasteride daily but noticed more scalp visibility and potential hair loss at 13 months, questioning if this was due to shedding or the treatment not working. Some respondents suggested the possibility of a shed or scalp inflammation, while others observed improvements or advised checking for underlying scalp conditions.