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    GlossaryCandidate Genes

    specific genes believed to influence a particular trait or disease

    Candidate genes are specific genes that researchers believe may be associated with a particular trait or disease, based on their known biological functions or previous studies. For example, in the context of alopecia (hair loss), scientists might identify candidate genes that are involved in hair growth or immune system regulation, as these processes are relevant to the condition. Identifying and studying these genes can help in understanding the underlying mechanisms of the disease and potentially lead to targeted treatments.

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      community Fevipiprant 2019!

       17 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses Fevipiprant, an asthma drug that may block CRTH2 and potentially stop male pattern baldness (MPB) without inhibiting DHT. It also mentions the use of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss.

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      in Progress Pictures  500 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey from 2017 to 2024, detailing the use of finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, supplements, and dermarolling. They experienced significant hair loss after stopping finasteride in 2017, saw some regrowth after resuming treatments in 2023, and are considering a hair transplant.

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      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user has been taking Finasteride for hair loss for 10 months with no results and is considering whether it's due to seasonal shedding or the medication not working. Other users suggest that the dosage might be too low, that some people don't respond to Finasteride, and recommend trying Minoxidil or Dutasteride.