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    GlossaryEpigenome

    chemical modifications to DNA and histones regulating gene expression

    The epigenome consists of chemical modifications to DNA and histone proteins that regulate gene expression without altering the underlying DNA sequence. These modifications can be influenced by environmental factors and can affect how genes are turned on or off, playing a crucial role in development, disease, and even conditions like alopecia.

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      community Why is it barely impossible to find balding South Korean men

      in Research/Science  251 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the rarity of baldness among South Korean men. Users suggest this could be due to early treatment, high beauty standards, accessibility of healthcare, and genetics. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are commonly used, and hair transplants are also popular.