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GlossaryImmunodeficiency

condition where the immune system can't effectively fight infections

Immunodeficiency, also known as immune deficiency, refers to a state where the immune system's ability to fight infectious diseases and cancer is compromised or entirely absent. This can be due to genetic conditions (primary immunodeficiency) or external factors such as infections, malnutrition, or medical treatments like chemotherapy (secondary immunodeficiency).

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research Immunodeficiency Disorders: Evaluation and Management of Primary and Secondary Immunodeficiencies in Children

21 citations , May 2019 in “Pediatrics in review”

People with primary immunodeficiencies often have frequent, severe, or unusual infections and may need special tests and management strategies.

A Spontaneous Deletion Within the Desmoglein 3 Extracellular Domain of Mice Results in Hypomorphic Protein Expression, Immunodeficiency, and a Wasting Disease Phenotype

research A Spontaneous Deletion Within the Desmoglein 3 Extracellular Domain of Mice Results in Hypomorphic Protein Expression, Immunodeficiency, and a Wasting Disease Phenotype

11 citations , December 2014 in “The American journal of pathology”

A gene deletion in mice causes weak protein, immune issues, hair loss, airway problems, and wasting disease.

research The Impact of HIV-Related Diseases on Pigmented Skin Types

7 citations , October 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

HIV can cause skin disorders, which are often the first sign of infection, especially in people with darker skin.

research Patients with Compound Heterozygous Mutations in Forkhead Box N1 Have Severe Immunodeficiency While Maintaining Normal Skin and Hair Development

May 2017 in “The journal of immunology/The Journal of immunology”

Patients with certain FoxN1 gene mutations have severe immune issues but normal skin and hair.

research T Cell Immunodeficiency, Congenital Alopecia, And Nail Dystrophy

January 2022

A rare genetic mutation causes severe immune issues, hair loss, and nail problems.

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community Medications that cause extra hair growth

in Research/Science 123 upvotes 2 years ago

The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.

community Why isn't anyone using Way-316606? If it works then it grows a full head of hair back on most people

in Treatment 134 upvotes 9 months ago

Way-316606 is considered a potential hair loss treatment but is avoided due to safety concerns and lack of research. Minoxidil and Finasteride are preferred as established treatments.

community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia

in Research/Science 17 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.

community Dht kills hair, but no one says why?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 40 upvotes 3 months ago

DHT affects hair follicles, contributing to hair loss, but the exact mechanism is unclear. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, though they may have side effects and varying effectiveness.

community Pyrilutamide cease and desist from Kintor

in Transplants 12 upvotes 2 years ago

Considering a hair transplant, using Pyrilutamide, the potential availability of CosmeRNA, and the significance of taking Minoxidil and Finasteride for long-term results.

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