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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 Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders with Fragility—Part I

33 citations , June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

Some congenital hair disorders improve in childhood or with treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while others like Netherton syndrome and trichothiodystrophy have a poor prognosis.

research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders Without Fragility—Part II

14 citations , June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

Some congenital hair disorders improve with age and can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, retinoids, supplements, and gentle hair care, but there's no cure.

research Congenital Hair Anomaly in Association with Hypodontia of Permanent Teeth: A Quiz

January 2020 in “Acta dermato-venereologica”

People with certain hair disorders may also have missing permanent teeth.

research Trichoscopy in Hair Disorders in Darker Skin: An Approach to Diagnosis

3 citations , January 2020 in “Clinical dermatology review”

Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders in people with darker skin.

research PATHOGENESIS OF GENETIC HUMAN HAIR DISORDERS

1 citations , August 1981 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

All major hair defects involve cuticle abnormalities.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 1 year 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 Hair loss research is a money grab

in Chat 208 upvotes 2 days ago

Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.

community Male (24) Using Dutasteride Since 2020 – Concerns About Having Kids

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 90 upvotes 10 months ago

A 24-year-old male using dutasteride for hair loss is worried about its effects on fertility and future children's health. Users advise consulting a doctor, possibly switching to finasteride, or stopping dutasteride before conception due to its impact on sperm count.

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

in Research/Science 111 upvotes 1 year 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 Transient and Permanent Effects of Finasteride Use

in Research/Science 156 upvotes 4 years ago

Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.

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