Search
for

    Did you mean gene treatment?
    GlossaryGene Therapy (gene treatment)

    involves altering genes to treat or prevent diseases

    Gene therapy is a medical technique that involves altering the genes inside a person's cells to treat or prevent disease. This can be done by replacing a faulty gene with a healthy one, inactivating a malfunctioning gene, or introducing a new gene to help fight a disease. It holds promise for treating a range of conditions, including genetic disorders, some types of cancer, and certain viral infections.

    Related Terms

    Learn

    5 / 10 results

      learn SCUBE3

      a signaling molecule from dermal papilla cells being actively researched

      learn HMI-115

      much-hyped research compound targeting prolactin receptor in scalp

      learn Neem Oil

      natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

      learn Osteopontin

      signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

    Research

    5 / 1000+ results

    Community Join

    5 / 1000+ results

      community PP405 Hair Loss Drug: Phase 1 Human Results & Biopsy Insights

      in Research/Science  211 upvotes 8 months ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment undergoing trials, with discussions on its effectiveness and comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is skepticism about its status as a cure, with hopes for future advancements in genetic treatments like CRISPR.

      community CRISPR treatment for AGA on the horizon after approval for blood disorders

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      CRISPR treatments for blood disorders have been approved, leading to discussions about its potential for treating hair loss (AGA). A study showed that editing a gene related to DHT sensitivity could lead to hair regrowth, suggesting CRISPR may eventually be used for AGA, but it's expected to be expensive and not soon available.

      community Ik I’ll get hate but I’ll say it anyway

      in Chat  111 upvotes 5 months ago
      A clean diet, including cutting sugar, gluten, and dairy, improved hair health and reduced shedding for a user on oral minoxidil and finasteride, but reverting to an old diet worsened hair condition. While diet impacts hair health, genetic factors and treatments like topical ketoconazole and hydrocortisone are also important for managing hair loss.