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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 Scraggly, a new hair loss mutation on mouse Chromosome 19

14 citations , September 1999 in “Mammalian genome”

In this study, researchers generated a mouse mutation called scraggly, related to hair and skin defects, and mapped it to a genetic location on mouse Chromosome 19 distinct from similar mutations.

research Genomic Organization and Amplification of the Human Keratin 15 and Keratin 19 Genes

12 citations , January 2000 in “Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications”

This study characterized the intron-exon organization of human keratin 15 and keratin 19 genes to aid future mutation detection analyses related to potential genetic disorders of keratinization.

research Sex-Chromosome-Related Dimorphism in Steroidogenic Enzymes and Androgen Receptor in Response to Testosterone Treatment: An In Vitro Study on Human Primary Skeletal Muscle Cells

December 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences”

This in vitro study found sex chromosome differences affect steroidogenic enzyme activity and androgen receptor expression in human skeletal muscle cells, showing varied responses to testosterone exposure between 46XY and 46XX cells.

research It’s X-Related: Biological Bases of Increased COVID-19 Morbidity and Mortality in Men

1 citations , September 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

Men have worse COVID-19 outcomes than women due to genetic and hormonal differences.

research Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) trilogy: a translational and clinical review

26 citations , August 2008 in “Clinical endocrinology”

This paper summarizes proceedings from a PCOS Special Interest Group, reporting recent advances in the understanding of PCOS follicular abnormalities, associated cardiovascular risks, and dermatological issues, but does not present new clinical findings.

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community Anyone else find themselves staring at other men with full heads of hair?

in Chat 207 upvotes 9 months ago

A 19-year-old discusses feelings of envy towards men with full heads of hair, sharing their experience with hair loss since age 16. They have been using oral minoxidil and topical finasteride for two years, with initial improvement but continued shedding, and are considering switching to dutasteride.

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

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 27 upvotes 11 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.

community REVOLUTION in AUGUST: New possibilities according to Dr. Muñoz (pinacidil, cromakalim, diazoxide and nicorandil)

13 upvotes 1 year ago

Dr. Muñoz's discovery suggests that targeting potassium channels in fibroblasts could reactivate hair growth, offering new treatment possibilities for alopecia. Potential strategies include using minoxidil, diazoxide, and other potassium channel openers, as well as bioelectric devices and direct growth factor applications.

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 Why do we have head hair in first place if we evolved to start losing it in some cases as soon as puberty hits

140 upvotes 11 months ago

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.

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learn Osteopontin

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

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