Genetic and Environmental Factors Affecting Hair Density in East Asian Populations

April 2025 in “ British Journal of Dermatology ”

Qili Qian, Yingying Gu, Junyu Luo … Sijia Wang

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Studysummary This study identified three genetic loci influencing hair density in East Asian populations and found associations with demographic and lifestyle factors like age, sex, and BMI. The results also suggest possible genotype-specific responses to finasteride for managing hair disorders.

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