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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch The Psychology of Gray Hair
Stress can cause hair to turn gray by depleting pigment-producing cells through the release of a stress hormone.
research A Study of the Androgen Receptor Gene Polymorphism and the Level of Expression of the Androgen Receptor in Androgenetic Alopecia Among Egyptians
The study suggests that a specific gene variation and higher gene activity are linked to increased baldness in Egyptian men.
research Biomedical Applications of Organoids in Genetic Diseases
Organoids help study and treat genetic diseases, offering personalized medicine and therapy testing.
research Psychology’s Medicalization of Male Baldness
The article suggests that the view of male baldness as a medical issue is influenced by commercial bias and calls for more unbiased research.
research Autoimmunity and Autoimmune Co-Morbidities in Psoriasis
Psoriasis is linked to other autoimmune diseases and involves a specific inflammatory process.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity PP405 Hair Loss Drug: Phase 1 Human Results & Biopsy Insights
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 Is Curing People Right Now. Genetic Hair Loss is Next?
CRISPR shows promise for treating hair loss by targeting specific genes. Current treatments include Minoxidil and finasteride, but CRISPR could offer a more precise solution, though it is still expensive and in early stages.
community Ik I’ll get hate but I’ll say it anyway
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.
community My hair journey as a 20+ year old with genetic hair loss and thoughts of pregnancy soon
A 28-year-old woman with genetic hair loss has tried various treatments, including oral minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, exosome needling, and hair extensions. She plans to pause treatments for pregnancy and is concerned about potential hair loss during that time.
community Genetic testing to determine individualized hairloss treatment?
A user discusses a company, Roots by Genetic Arts, that offers a genetic test for hair loss to create personalized treatments, and is curious about its legitimacy and the science behind it. The company tests 16 genes related to hair loss and compounds a topical treatment based on the results.