This study characterizes a type II keratin intermediate filament gene family involved in early sheep follicle differentiation, detailing gene expression patterns and sequences in hair cortical cells.
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October 1998 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry”
This study discovered nine human type I hairkeratingenes, including a transcribed pseudogene, in a 190 kbp genomic region, revealing three gene subclusters based on sequence homologies.
This study identifies six novel keratingenes from the chromosome 17q21.2 region, suggesting their association with hair follicles, while all 27 keratingenes in the domain have been characterized transcriptionally.
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March 2006 in “Journal of Medical Genetics”
This study identified a homozygous missense mutation in the KRTHB5 gene linked to pure hair–nail ectodermal dysplasias in a large consanguineous Pakistani family, providing new insights into the condition's molecular pathogenesis.
OP is considering using a keratin gel to improve hair quality and is concerned about its safety and visual impact on a slightly balding crown. Users discuss shampoo frequency, with some suggesting less frequent use for better hair health, but OP prefers regular shampoo and conditioner for silky hair.
A person improved hair loss from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2 using a topical formula with minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin, plus oral minoxidil and red light therapy. There is skepticism about the treatment's effectiveness and concerns about misleading comparison photos.
Ketoconazole shampoo can dry out hair, causing it to become frizzy and less manageable. Users suggest using conditioner, trying different shampoos, or reducing the frequency of ketoconazole use to mitigate these effects.
What type of hair loss is Fluocinolone recommended for, and how does it help inflamed scalps?Fluocinolone is a prescription topical corticosteroid used for inflammatory scalp conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis and scarring alopecias. It calms inflammation rather than growing hair, it is not a treatment for pattern hair loss, and its labelling warns against prolonged use.