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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Montagna Symposium 2016: The Skin, Our Sensory Organ for Itch, Pain, Touch, and Pleasure
The symposium highlighted the skin's role in sensing itch, pain, touch, and pleasure, and discussed new research and techniques for understanding and treating these sensations.
research Association of Autoimmune Regulator Gene Rs2075876 Variant, but Not Gene Expression, with Alopecia Areata in Males: A Case-Control Study
The AIRE gene variant rs2075876 is linked to a higher risk of alopecia areata in males.
research The Epithelial Stem Cell Niche in Skin
Skin's epithelial stem cells are crucial for repair and maintenance, and understanding them could improve treatments for skin problems.
research Genetic Architecture of Thermotolerance Traits in Beef Cattle: A Novel Integration of SNP and Breed-of-Origin Effects
Combining genetic models helps improve heat tolerance in beef cattle.
research IGF2BP2 and IGFBP3 Genotypes, Haplotypes, and Genetic Models Studies in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Certain genetic variations in IGF2BP2 and IGFBP3 are linked to a higher risk of PCOS.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.
Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.
community Yes, most models are absolutely on finasteride
The conversation discusses how many male models and celebrities likely use finasteride to prevent hair loss, with some expressing surprise that it's not just good genetics keeping their hair intact. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride and, in one query, minoxidil.
community Hair loss research is a money grab
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 "We're about 5 years away from scientific technology being able to give you a full head of hair" - Bruce Willis, 1999 (at 2m20s)
Bruce Willis's past comments on hair restoration and the progress of hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and transplants. Users discuss the challenges of hair loss, the limited number of bald celebrities who are seen as role models, and the ongoing hope for future treatments.
community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.