A Story About Hair

    October 2018 in “ Oncology Times ”
    George W. Sledge
    TLDR Hair is important for aging and cancer treatment, affecting emotions, culture, and health.
    The document discussed the significance of hair in the context of aging and cancer treatment, highlighting its role as a biomarker of aging and its sensitivity to chemotherapy. It explored the biological overlap between hair and cancer, noting how treatments like EGFR inhibitors and JAK-STAT pathway inhibitors affect hair. The narrative included anecdotes from cancer patients about hair loss and regrowth, emphasizing the emotional and social importance of hair. The document also touched on the historical and cultural aspects of hair, including its economic impact, and mentioned the complex relationship between hair products and health risks, such as cancer.
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