research Ex Vivo Detection of SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein in Human Hair Follicles and Potential Link to Telogen Effluvium
COVID-19 may cause hair loss by affecting hair follicles.
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Spironolactone may help reduce COVID-19 severity in men by blocking harmful effects of certain hormones.
research Structural Insights Into SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein and Its Natural Mutants Found in Mexican Population
Mutations in the spike protein affect drug binding and effectiveness.
research The Variable Cell
Hairless protein is key for hair growth, cell differences cause gene expression variation, and the N-end rule pathway senses nitric oxide for protein breakdown.
research The Secret Identities of TMPRSS2: Fertility Factor, Virus Trafficker, Inflammation Moderator, Prostate Protector and Tumor Suppressor
TMPRSS2 helps viruses enter cells and protects the prostate from inflammation-related cancer.
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5 / 497 resultscommunity Roomate found my meds and made fun of me
A college student is embarrassed after their roommate found and mocked their hair loss medications, including Minoxidil and finasteride. The student is advised to report the privacy violation and consider finding a new roommate.
community Can Whey Protein isolate make your AGA worse?
Whey protein isolate may worsen androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to its potential to increase DHT levels, but finasteride use has helped maintain hair. Some users suggest avoiding protein supplements due to possible contaminants and additives that could affect hair health.
community Does whey protein and creatine aggravate hair loss?
The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users report hair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.
community Creatine and increased MPB Hair Loss
Creatine may increase hair loss in those with male pattern baldness (MPB) due to increased DHT, but whey protein generally does not affect hair loss. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, and some users report increased shedding with creatine but not with whey protein.
community What other factors than DHT causes hair loss – and what to do about it?
Factors that can cause hair loss other than DHT, such as inflammation and diet, and potential treatments like scalp massages, minoxidil, citrulline, stretches, meditation, iron sulfate/Vitamin C, Vitamin D, protein and Dutasteride.