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    GlossaryBirth Defects (Congenital Defects)

    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 Methimazole, Carbimazole, And Congenital Skin Defects

      132 citations , January 1987 in “Annals of Internal Medicine”
      The document discussed the potential risks associated with the use of methimazole and carbimazole, antithyroid drugs, during pregnancy. It highlighted concerns about congenital skin defects, specifically aplasia cutis, which were reported in some cases where mothers took methimazole while pregnant. The document referenced studies from the early 1970s that observed congenital scalp defects in 12 patients, with methimazole exposure noted in 3 cases, including a pair of fraternal twins. These findings led to recommendations against the use of methimazole in pregnant women with hyperthyroidism due to the potential teratogenic effects.
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      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      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  217 upvotes 6 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 I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  468 upvotes 1 year 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.

      community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I

      in Update  118 upvotes 4 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.
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