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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch A New Clinical Variant of Hereditary Localized Alopecia: Report of a Chinese Family Mapped to Chromosome 2p25.1–2p23.2
A new type of hereditary hair loss in a Chinese family is linked to chromosome 2p25.1–2p23.2.
research Hereditary Hypotrichosis and Localized Morphea: A New Clinical Entity
A family showed a new condition with inherited hair loss and skin changes, possibly due to one genetic disorder.
research An Autosomal Recessive Form of Monilethrix Is Caused by Mutations in DSG4: Clinical Overlap with Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis
Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause a severe form of brittle hair and skin issues.
research Mutations in SNRPE, which Encodes a Core Protein of the Spliceosome, Cause Autosomal-Dominant Hypotrichosis Simplex
Mutations in the SNRPE gene cause hereditary hair loss.
research Banded Scalp Hair with an Unusual Glistening Appearance in a Teenager: A Quiz
A teenager's hair with alternating white and dark bands, known as Pili annulati, is a genetic condition that is usually harmless and often considered attractive.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Why do we have head hair in first place if we evolved to start losing it in some cases as soon as puberty hits
Hair loss is influenced by genetics and sensitivity to hormones like DHT. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used, and baldness persists as it doesn't affect reproductive success.
community Why balding gets worse in every generation?
Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
community Androgenic alopecia exclusively on the vertex of the scalp
A user experienced androgenic alopecia starting at the vertex without frontal hairline recession and is seeking information on this pattern. Another user noted that vertex or diffuse hair loss is common among men.
community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution
A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.