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GlossaryChromosome 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 The Human Type II Keratin Gene Cluster on Chromosome 12q13.13: Final Count or Hidden Secrets?

9 citations, February 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

The document concludes that the human keratin gene cluster is complex, with a need for updated naming to reflect over 50 functional genes important for hair and skin biology.

research Discordant Phenotype in Monozygotic Twins with Mosaic Trisomy 12p in Lymphocytes

13 citations, June 2012 in “European journal of medical genetics”

Identical twins had different symptoms because one had more cells with an extra chromosome fragment in different tissues.

Characterization and Chromosomal Localization of Human Hair-Specific Keratin Genes and Comparative Expression During the Hair Growth Cycle

research Characterization and Chromosomal Localization of Human Hair-Specific Keratin Genes and Comparative Expression During the Hair Growth Cycle

32 citations, February 1998 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Two specific hair keratin genes are active during hair growth and decline as hair transitions to rest.

research The Hair Shaft: Normality, Abnormality, and Genetics

11 citations, March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Hair microscopy is useful for diagnosing hair disorders, but clear definitions are needed for accurate genetic analysis.

research Monilethrix

4 citations, January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology”

Monilethrix has no effective treatment, but avoiding hair trauma helps manage it.

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community Is it possible for androgenic alopecia to begin at early adolescent years?

in Chat 70 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.

community Hair Loss Treatment Iceberg Chart

in Satire 1378 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, ass hair transplant, topical Viagra, castration, and transitioning to female. A user mentions an experimental drug called M4U-5 (Mousteride) that turns you into a mouse.

community No side effects on pyrilutamide / KX-826 so far

in Research/Science 207 upvotes 3 years ago

User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hair growth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.

community What the hell happened in my family genes?

in Chat 116 upvotes 6 months ago

A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.

community 2.5 yrs progress: Min + dermaroll + niz

in Progress Pictures 76 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's 2.5 year hair loss progress with Minoxidil, dermarolling, and Nizoral treatments, as well as taking biotin and a multivitamin supplement, with the intention of trying DIY topical finasteride in the future.

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