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Glossary Hair Shaft Alterations

changes in hair's structure affecting thickness, texture, or strength

Hair Shaft Alterations refer to changes or abnormalities in the structure of the hair shaft, which is the visible part of the hair that extends above the scalp. These alterations can include variations in thickness, texture, strength, and overall appearance, and can be caused by genetic factors, environmental damage, or underlying health conditions. For professionals, understanding these alterations is crucial for diagnosing hair disorders and recommending appropriate treatments.

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research Gefitinib-induced hair alterations: Figure 1

7 citations , January 2009 in “BMJ Case Reports”

This report describes a rare case of a non-small-cell lung cancer patient experiencing hair changes after prolonged gefitinib treatment, potentially linked to EGFR inhibition, with limited understanding of its cause.

research Coactivator MED1 Ablation in Keratinocytes Results in Hair-Cycling Defects and Epidermal Alterations

41 citations , December 2011 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study reported that deleting the MED1 subunit from the MED complex in keratinocytes resulted in disrupted hair differentiation and cycling, leading to hair loss in mice.

research Ultrastructural alterations and environmental exposure influence the opiate concentrations in hair of drug addicts

33 citations , June 1995 in “International journal of legal medicine”

This study observed that prolonged water or soil exposure can lead to significant reductions in drug levels in bleached and natural hair samples.

research Photochemical alterations in human hair. I. Artificial irradiation and investigations of hair proteins

27 citations , January 1995

This study found that higher melanin concentration in black hair offers photoprotection against sunlight-induced protein damage in the cortex, whereas the cuticle experiences similar photodamage regardless of hair pigmentation.

research Hair EtG: Alterations in segment levels accompanying hair growth

8 citations , August 2018 in “Drug testing and analysis”

This study observed that ethyl glucuronide (EtG) concentrations in hair decreased significantly during an abstinent period, suggesting possible wash-out effects or other factors affecting EtG levels.

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community Addressing the fake allegations on my 200 day dut progress

in Chat 33 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation is about a user defending their hair loss progress photos against accusations of being fake, explaining changes in hair color and texture due to dyeing and straightening. The user shares their treatment timeline, using dutasteride and minoxidil, and addresses side effects and skepticism from others.

community Hair regrowth without drugs (99% natural) 25M

528 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their experience with hair regrowth using supplements like NAC and DIM, and briefly using minoxidil with microneedling. They reported some improvement in hair density, but the community questioned the effectiveness compared to traditional treatments like finasteride.

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learn Hair Fibers

cosmetic product that temporarily makes hair appear thicker

Do hair fibers really make thinning hair look fuller, or is it just an illusion? Hair fibers create an optical illusion of fullness but do not actually thicken hair.
How do you apply hair fibers correctly so they stay in place all day? Apply hair fibers to clean, dry hair and use a setting spray for better hold.
Can hair fibers be used along with medical treatments like minoxidil or finasteride? Hair fibers have no known interaction with minoxidil or finasteride, but no study has tested the combination.
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learn Hair Multiplication

extract, clone, and reinsert your own hair cells

learn Hair Transplant

Surgery that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas

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