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    GlossaryBirth Defects (Congenital Disorders)

    structural or functional abnormalities present at birth

    Birth defects, also known as congenital disorders or congenital anomalies, are structural or functional abnormalities that occur during intrauterine development. These defects can affect various parts of the body, including the heart, brain, or limbs, and can result from genetic factors, environmental exposures, or a combination of both. They can range from minor issues that may not require treatment to severe conditions that can significantly impact a person's quality of life or even be life-threatening.

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      research Hair And Nail Disorders

      January 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”
      Hair loss can have various causes and treatments vary in effectiveness.
      Hair and Scalp Disorders

      research Hair and Scalp Disorders

      2 citations, December 2004 in “Medicine”
      Different hair and scalp disorders cause hair loss or excess hair growth, with various treatments available depending on the specific condition.
      Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders

      research Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders

      68 citations, March 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
      Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.
      Hair Physiology and Its Disorders

      research Hair Physiology and Its Disorders

      31 citations, June 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms”
      Different hair growth problems are caused by genetic issues or changes in hair growth cycles, and new treatments are being developed.
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      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 1 month ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

      community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I

      in Update  118 upvotes 3 years ago
      A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.

      community I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  468 upvotes 2 months ago
      User took 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, saw hair growth but stopped due to excessive body hair. Recently started finasteride and plans to update progress.
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