research Monilethrix: A rare hereditary condition
This case report on a 13-year-old boy with monilethrix observed slight improvement after a two-month trial of oral N-acetyl cysteine, but overall hair density did not improve further.
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research Distinct Conditions Support a Novel Classification for Bradykinin-Mediated Angio-Oedema
This study found multiple factors, both inherited and acquired, that may lead to bradykinin-mediated angio-oedema, proposing a new classification based on bradykinin production and catabolism imbalance.
research Hereditary Hypotrichosis and Localized Morphea: A New Clinical Entity
This study reported a previously undescribed form of hereditary hypotrichosis in a family, characterized by childhood-onset hair loss, morphea, and probable autosomal dominant inheritance.
research Iron Screening in Alopecia Areata Patients May Catch Hereditary Hemochromatosis Early
This article suggests that alopecia areata may be an early skin manifestation of hereditary hemochromatosis in individuals predisposed to autoimmunity, recommending iron status evaluation during AA diagnosis; it reports no new clinical results.
research Marie‐Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis: Case Report and Review of the Literature
This case report and literature review discusses Marie-Unna hereditary hypotrichosis and presents no new clinical results.
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5 / 51 resultscommunity Hair Loss "a matter of survival" in South Korea
South Korea's president is advocating for hereditary hair loss to be covered by national health insurance due to its impact on mental health and daily functioning. The discussion highlights the societal pressure in South Korea regarding appearance and the potential benefits of treating hair loss to improve mental health.
community Still receding at 8 months on finasteride?
The user has been using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, and microneedling to address hair loss but continues to experience recession after 8 months. Suggestions include being patient as treatments can take 12-18 months to show effects, considering a switch to dutasteride, and consulting a dermatologist for potential underlying scalp conditions.
community The pessimism about the Crisp Cas 9 is excessive
CRISPR Cas9 could potentially treat baldness by targeting specific genes in hair follicles without affecting other body functions. There is optimism about its future use, despite ethical concerns and the current reliance on treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
community Attention Finasteride / Dutasteride and Your liver
Finasteride may cause elevated liver enzymes, potentially leading to liver issues, though this is rare. Users should monitor liver function and consider topical alternatives if liver sensitivity occurs.
community Don't discount diet for the sake of scalp health. Meds had no effect for 2+ years. 3.5 months since new diet / Shampoo routine.
Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.
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