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research Monilethrix, a rare inherited hair shaft disorder in siblings

4 citations , January 2014 in “Indian dermatology online journal”

This article discusses the genetic hair disorder monilethrix, characterized by beaded, fragile hair due to defective keratin genes, and reports no effective treatment currently available; variability in severity was noted among affected siblings.

research Desmoglein 4 is regulated by transcription factors implicated in hair shaft differentiation

35 citations , August 2009 in “Differentiation”

This study found that transcription factors HOXC13, LEF1, and FOXN1 repress DSG4 transcription, with the Notch pathway possibly involved in maintaining DSG4 expression in hair follicles.

research Monilethrix: Beaded hair and hypotrichosis in a child

January 2026 in “Cosmoderma”

In this clinical case study, a 9-year-old girl was diagnosed with monilethrix, a hereditary hair shaft disorder characterized by weak, beaded hair, with management focusing on minimizing hair trauma.

research Differential diagnosis of hair loss in children. Differentialdiagnose des Haarausfalls bei Kindern

30 citations , May 2004 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

This review proposes a classification system for childhood hair loss based on clinical appearance, age of onset, and associated symptoms, but reports no new clinical results.

research Diseases of the hair and scalp

January 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

The book is a valuable resource for understanding hair and scalp problems but could be updated with more information on certain conditions.

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community ‘Matter of survival’: South Korean president urges public health cover for hair loss

655 upvotes 9 months ago

Hair loss impacts mental health and should be covered by healthcare, with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil being affordable and effective. Some argue hair loss is cosmetic and shouldn't be funded, while others highlight its broader health implications.

community Diffuse thinner with hair transplant no longer an option. Any other viable treatments I can add to my regimen?

4 upvotes 7 years ago

The user is exploring alternatives to hair transplants due to a weak donor area and is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, dermapen, low-level laser therapy, Nizoral shampoo, and a high-protein diet. They plan to switch to dutasteride and consider adding RU58841, while rejecting hair systems and considering a buzz cut.

community Not balding just low density hair

597 upvotes 5 months ago

A person with low-density hair likely experiencing diffuse thinning. Suggested treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

community Just a tad bit swollen but anything for hair right babe?

in Transplants 516 upvotes 7 months ago

A user experienced significant swelling after a hair and beard transplant, possibly due to an allergic reaction or improper post-surgery care. Despite dissatisfaction with the clinic's handling of grafts and customer service, the user appreciates the clinic's skill in achieving natural hairline density.

community The guys at /bald are allergic to hair regrowth

103 upvotes 1 year ago

Some embrace baldness, while others promote treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Opinions differ on accepting baldness versus pursuing hair regrowth.

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