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    GlossaryDiscoid Lupus Erythematosus

    chronic autoimmune condition causing red, scaly skin patches

    Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) is a chronic autoimmune condition that primarily affects the skin, leading to the development of red, inflamed, and scaly patches, often on the face, scalp, and ears. These lesions can cause scarring and permanent hair loss if they occur on the scalp.

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      much-hyped research compound targeting prolactin receptor in scalp

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      growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair

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      research compound made to degrade androgen receptors in scalp

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      technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp

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      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 3 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community HMI 115 Phase 2 - Leaked pics from Discord

      in Research/Science  361 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses HMI 115, a new hair loss treatment with promising results, showing a significant increase in hair density after two months. Some users are skeptical, while others are hopeful for its release and potential affordability.