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Glossary Androgen Receptor mRNA

carries genetic instructions to produce the androgen receptor protein

Androgen Receptor mRNA (AR mRNA) is the messenger RNA that carries the genetic instructions from DNA to produce the androgen receptor protein. This protein binds to androgens, which are hormones like testosterone, and plays a crucial role in the development and maintenance of male characteristics, as well as in conditions like androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss).

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Expression of mRNA for Androgen Receptor, 5α-Reductase, and 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Human Dermal Papilla Cells

research Expression of mRNA for androgen receptor, 5alpha-reductase and 17beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase in human dermal papilla cells

63 citations , November 1999 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

This study observes the expression of mRNA for androgen receptor, 5α‐reductase, and 17β‐hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase in human dermal papilla cells.

research The Association of Gene Expression and Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (rs 6152 SNP) in Androgen Receptor Gene with Recurrent Spontaneous Abortion (RSA) in Iraqi Women

March 2021 in “Medico-Legal Update”

In this study, no significant change in androgen receptor gene expression was found in females with recurrent spontaneous abortion, but a mutant genotype may offer some protection against the condition.

Early Androgen Activity After Birth Determines the Hypothalamic Expression of Androgen and Estrogen Receptors in Adulthood in Female but Not in Male Rats

research Early androgen activity after birth determines the hypothalamic expression of androgen and estrogen receptors in adulthood in female but not in male rats

July 2025 in “Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology”

This study found that early postnatal androgen activity affects the long-term expression of hormone receptors differently in female Wistar rats, influencing neural system programming during development.

research Polymorphism of CAG and GGN repeats of androgen receptor gene in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

9 citations , September 2015 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online”

This study suggests that longer GGN repeat polymorphisms in the androgen receptor gene are associated with polycystic ovary syndrome in women.

research Polymorphic CAG Repeat Numbers in the Androgen Receptor Gene of Female Pattern Hair Loss in a Han Chinese Population

5 citations , January 2016 in “Dermatology”

This study found no significant difference in CAG repeat numbers of the androgen receptor gene between Han Chinese women with female pattern hair loss and healthy controls, suggesting it may not be a genetic marker for FPHL in this population.

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community Minoxidil is a 5ar inhibitor according to research

150 upvotes 11 months ago

Minoxidil may inhibit androgen receptors and affect hormonal pathways, potentially explaining its effectiveness in treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Users discuss its varying effectiveness on scalp versus facial hair and note fewer side effects with topical use compared to oral.

community Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens.

2 upvotes 1 year ago

A method for treating androgenic alopecia using minoxidil, antiandrogens, exercise, and cold exposure to promote hair growth. Environmental factors and lifestyle changes, like diet and exercise, can improve treatment effectiveness.

community Prolactin the Cause of Hair Loss? ABS-201 the Cure?

29 upvotes 2 months ago

Prolactin may contribute to hair loss, but targeting its receptor won't cure androgenetic alopecia. ABS-201 could be a useful alternative or adjuvant therapy, similar to JAK inhibitors, but not more effective than HMI-115.

community We already know how to permanently fix hair loss. The science is done. The only thing missing is the funding to run one experiment.

in Technology 613 upvotes 4 months ago

A permanent hair loss solution could involve reprogramming hair follicles to resist DHT using mRNA and siRNA. However, high costs, safety concerns, and the pharmaceutical industry's preference for ongoing treatments over one-time cures are major obstacles, with finasteride and minoxidil remaining standard treatments.

community Genomic Sequencing for Hair Loss

in Research/Science 156 upvotes 5 months ago

Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and potential mRNA therapies are discussed. There is skepticism about targeting specific genes due to the complex genetic nature of hair loss.

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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