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research The hairless gene in androgenetic alopecia: results of a systematic mutation screening and a family-based association approach

15 citations , April 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found no strong evidence that the human hairless gene is significantly involved in the development of androgenetic alopecia, though a minor role cannot be completely ruled out.

research Screening Guidelines for Thyroid Function in Children With Alopecia Areata

35 citations , October 2017 in “JAMA dermatology”

This study recommends limiting routine thyroid function screening to children with alopecia areata who have medical histories of Down syndrome, atopy, or family histories of thyroid disease.

research FOXN1 Italian founder mutation in Indian family: Implications in prenatal diagnosis

17 citations , June 2017 in “Gene”

This is the first report of the FOXN1 p.R255X mutation from India, demonstrating the global spread of this genetic mutation previously found only in an Italian community.

research Visible-to-Near IR Quantum Dot–Based Hypermulticolor High-Content Screening of Herbal Medicines for the Efficacy Monitoring of Hair Growth Promotion and Hair Loss Inhibition

14 citations , November 2012 in “SLAS discovery”

This study observed that certain herbal extracts may promote hair growth and inhibit hair loss in cell lines by affecting specific protein expressions similarly to minoxidil.

research A new locus for hereditary hypotrichosis simplex maps to chromosome 13q12.12∼12.3 in a Chinese family

7 citations , May 2010 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology”

This study identified a novel locus for hereditary hypotrichosis simplex on chromosome 13q12.12~12.3 in a four-generation Chinese family.

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community The medical establishment and society are completely failing young men

in Treatment 34 upvotes 5 months ago

Young men often lack awareness of hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, causing stress and anxiety. There is a need for increased awareness and early screening to address the psychological effects of hair loss.

community Pattern hair loss before the age of 35 is associated with higher chances of prostate cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and metabolic syndrome later in life

1075 upvotes 3 months ago

Pattern hair loss before age 35 may be linked to higher risks of prostate cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and metabolic syndrome later in life. Finasteride is discussed as a treatment that may lower PSA levels and potentially prevent prostate issues.

community Why not just take the drugs before hair loss?

in Chat 123 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed as preventative treatments for hair loss, with some advocating for early use and others concerned about side effects, especially before full maturity. Many regret not starting these treatments earlier due to their effectiveness in preventing or slowing hair loss.

community Stopping fin after 1.8 Years??!!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 9 months ago

The user is considering stopping finasteride after 1.8 years due to concerns about side effects and is exploring alternatives like minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are also considering microneedling and are advised to wait for new treatments like breezula/clascoterone.

community Minoxidil hairs not growing to full length

in Minoxidil 22 upvotes 1 year ago

New hair growth from minoxidil and finasteride is not reaching full length, possibly due to slow growth cycles. Users discuss dosing strategies for oral minoxidil to improve efficacy and minimize side effects, with advice against consuming topical minoxidil orally.

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