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GlossaryHuman Papillomavirus (HPV)

group of viruses causing warts and potentially cancer

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of more than 200 related viruses, some of which can cause warts on different parts of the body, including the genitals, while others are associated with various cancers, such as cervical, anal, and oropharyngeal cancers. HPV is primarily transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact, often during sexual activity, and certain high-risk strains can lead to serious health complications if not monitored or treated.

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research HPV8 Field Cancerization in a Transgenic Mouse Model Is Due to Lrig1+ Keratinocyte Stem Cell Expansion

25 citations , June 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

HPV8 causes skin cancer by expanding specific skin stem cells.

research The HPV16 Oncogenes Cause Aberrant Stem Cell Mobilization

23 citations , May 2013 in “Virology”

HPV16 oncogenes disrupt the normal activity of hair follicle stem cells.

research Characterization of Novel Cutaneous Human Papillomavirus Genotypes HPV-150 and HPV-151

20 citations , July 2011 in “PLoS ONE”

HPV-150 and HPV-151 are rare skin viruses linked to warts and some skin cancers.

research Human Hair Follicle and Interfollicular Keratinocyte Reactivity to Mouse HPV16-Transformed Cells: An In Vitro Study

9 citations , July 2008 in “Oncology Reports”

HPV16-transformed cells can change human skin cell properties, aiding tumor growth.

HPV8 E6 Induced STAT3 Activation Leads to Hair Follicle Junctional Zone Keratinocyte Stem Cell Proliferation and Expansion in Actinic Keratoses

research HPV8 E6 Induced STAT3 Activation Leads to Hair Follicle Junctional Zone Keratinocyte Stem Cell Proliferation and Expansion in Actinic Keratoses

April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

HPV8 causes hair follicle stem cells to grow, leading to skin lesions.

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community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 750 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.

community Scheduled a transplant… but my hair made a comeback and now I’m confused (18 months progress)

in Progress Pictures 3512 upvotes 7 months ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil, leading to doubts about proceeding with a planned hair transplant. Many suggest postponing the transplant to save grafts for future needs, as the current results are impressive.

community Huge holes on donor area of scalp is this even normal?

in Transplants 106 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hair loss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.