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GlossaryEDAR gene

provides instructions for a protein crucial in hair development

The EDAR gene provides instructions for making a protein that is crucial for the development of hair, teeth, and sweat glands. Mutations in this gene can lead to conditions like hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia, which affects these structures, resulting in sparse hair, missing teeth, and reduced ability to sweat.

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research Cosmeceutical Treatments for Androgenetic Alopecia

August 2015

AGA is caused by genetics and androgens, treatable with finasteride and minoxidil.

research New-Generation Therapies for the Treatment of Hair Loss in Men

15 citations , October 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

New treatments for male hair loss show promise but need more research for safety and effectiveness.

research Decay of Skin-Specific Gene Modules in Pangolins

1 citations , May 2023 in “Journal of molecular evolution”

Pangolins have lost some skin-related genes, but kept others, leading to their unique scales and skin features.

research Convergent Decay of Skin-Specific Gene Modules in Pangolins

1 citations , December 2022 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)”

Pangolins have lost some skin-related genes, but kept others, showing complex skin evolution.

research Molecular Basis of Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia: An Update

85 citations , August 2015 in “Journal of Applied Genetics”

Mutations in specific genes disrupt development of sweat glands, teeth, hair, skin, and nails in HED.

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community Why is nobody studying the difference between donor and balding hair?

in Chat 89 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 44 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.