The genes KRT25 and SP6 affect curlyhair in horses, with KRT25 also causing hair loss. If both genes are mutated, the horse gets curlyhair and hair loss. KRT25 can hide the effect of SP6.
Curly and wavy hair can make hair loss appear worse due to clumping, but using less product, shorter cuts, and leave-in conditioner can help manage appearance. Minoxidil and finasteride are considered for treatment, and some find that styling can hide thinning areas.
A user noticed their hair became curly after using ketoconazole shampoo and wonders if the shampoo caused the change. They like the new curls and want to maintain them.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.
The conversation discusses a user experiencing short, curly, wiry hair above and behind the ears, linking it to pattern baldness. The user suggests starting treatment early but personally chose not to pursue treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 due to the hassle.