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Glossary Chromosome 17

contains genes crucial for cell growth and DNA repair

Chromosome 17 is one of the 23 pairs of chromosomes in humans and contains approximately 83 million base pairs, which represent about 2.5% of the total DNA in cells. It is notable for housing several important genes, including those related to the production of proteins involved in cell growth, DNA repair, and the development of the nervous system. Mutations or alterations in genes on Chromosome 17 can lead to various medical conditions, such as certain types of cancer and neurological disorders.

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research Several variants on chromosome 10 are associated with coarse hair diameter in Dazu black goats (Capra hircus)

3 citations , January 2025 in “Animal Genetics”

In this study, researchers conducting a genome-wide association study on 263 adult female goats identified significant genomic variants linked to coarse hair diameter, particularly emphasizing a crucial region on Chromosome 10. These findings enhance understanding of the genetic factors influencing fiber diameter in goats.

A 10 Mb Duplication in Chromosome Band 5q31.3–5q33.1 Associated with Late-Onset Lipodystrophy, Ichthyosis, Epilepsy, and Glomerulonephritis

research A 10 Mb duplication in chromosome band 5q31.3–5q33.1 associated with late-onset lipodystrophy, ichthyosis, epilepsy and glomerulonephritis

5 citations , May 2011 in “European Journal of Medical Genetics”

This case report describes a 44-year-old patient with late-onset partial lipodystrophy, mental retardation, epilepsy, ichthyosis, and glomerulonephritis, linked to a 10 Mb duplication of chromosome region 5q31.3-5q32.1.

research Susceptibility variants on chromosome 7p21.1 suggest HDAC9 as a new candidate gene for male-pattern baldness

51 citations , November 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study suggests that the HDAC9 gene is a third susceptibility gene for male-pattern baldness, with significant associations found in both German and Australian samples.

research A locus on distal chromosome 10 (ahl4) affecting age-related hearing loss in A/J mice

62 citations , April 2008 in “Neurobiology of aging”

This study identified a new genetic locus, ahl4, on distal Chromosome 10 that contributes to the early-onset, severe hearing loss in A/J mice compared to B6 mice.

research Human Trichohyalin Gene Is Clustered with the Genes for Other Epidermal Structural Proteins and Calcium-Binding Proteins at Chromosomal Locus 1q21

January 1993

This study demonstrates that the trichohyalin gene is located at chromosomal region 1q21, where several other genes related to epidermal differentiation also map.

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community Supposedly dairy contains precursors to DHT that are already 5a-reduced and convert to DHT independent of 5a-reductase inhibition

26 upvotes 5 months ago

Dairy may contain DHT precursors that could affect hair loss and prostate health, with some users noting reduced hair shedding after eliminating dairy. Individual responses to dairy and DHT blockers vary, with some attributing hair health to diet changes and others seeing no impact.

community IVF process on Finasteride and effects of stopping finasteride.

138 upvotes 9 months ago

Concerns about finasteride affecting sperm quality and embryo abnormalities during IVF. The user plans to stop finasteride for 6 months and use minoxidil, microneedling, a red light cap, and saw palmetto shampoo to manage hair loss.

community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

55 upvotes 2 years ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

community Do we think the great Winston Churchill could have been saved by min and fin?

in Satire 176 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation humorously discusses whether Winston Churchill could have been saved from baldness using Minoxidil and finasteride, with users joking about his lifestyle and hair habits. It includes satire and sarcasm about historical figures and hair loss treatments.

community What can finasteride do for you if you are destined to go NW6?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 27 upvotes 10 months ago

Finasteride can effectively slow or halt hair loss, even for those genetically predisposed to significant balding, like Norwood 6 or 7. Many users report long-term maintenance or improvement, often combining it with other treatments like Dutasteride or Minoxidil for better results.

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

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