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Glossary Lead

heavy metal toxic to humans, affecting hair growth

Lead, also known by its chemical symbol Pb (from the Latin "plumbum"), is a heavy metal that is toxic to humans and animals. It can accumulate in the body over time, leading to serious health issues such as neurological damage, especially in children. In the context of hair and alopecia, lead exposure can disrupt normal hair growth and contribute to hair loss by interfering with cellular processes and damaging hair follicles.

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research Lead, Mercury, and Arsenic Poisoning Due to Topical Use of Traditional Chinese Medicines

68 citations , May 2013 in “The American journal of medicine”

This report documents two cases of severe systemic poisoning from heavy metals after short-term use of traditional Chinese medicines for treating damaged or infected tissue.

research Lead-revealed lipid organization in human hair

35 citations , February 2003 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - General Subjects”

This study found that lead treatment enhances the imaging of organized hair lipid structures, revealing their orientation and possible composition as lead and calcium soaps, with potential applications in various fields.

research Early lead exposure and pubertal development in a Mexico City population

29 citations , February 2019 in “Environment international”

This study found that higher prenatal and early childhood lead exposure may be associated with delayed pubertal development in girls, but not in boys, in Mexico City.

research Lead, Copper, Zinc, and Magnesium Content in Hair of Children and Young People with Some Neurological Diseases

29 citations , January 2002 in “Biological Trace Element Research”

research Lead, cadmium, copper, zinc, iron, and calcium in human hair as a function of gender, age, smoking, and hair dyeing

22 citations , November 2010 in “Toxicological & Environmental Chemistry Reviews”

In this study, higher concentrations of Pb, Cd, Cu, and Zn were found in the hair of smokers and users of hair dyes compared to non-smokers and those with undyed hair.

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community Do all roads lead back to Turkey?

in Chat 40 upvotes 7 months ago

Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride can stabilize hair loss and sometimes regrow hair, but many people still opt for hair transplants, often in Turkey, due to cost and convenience. However, transplants require ongoing medication to maintain results, and not all clinics offer high-quality outcomes.

community Overdoing zinc: can it lead to shedding ?

1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses hair loss and the potential impact of zinc supplementation, with some users suggesting it might contribute to shedding. The original poster is using finasteride and considering adjusting their zinc intake and dosage of finasteride.

community Stem cell feat may lead to fix for baldness

17 upvotes 12 years ago

The conversation discusses the complexity of reversing hair loss and the need for a treatment that specifically targets DHT levels without affecting other bodily functions. It mentions finasteride as a current treatment but highlights the desire for a solution that works solely on the scalp.

community Every road leads to Fin/Dut...

1010 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and topical alternatives, with users sharing personal experiences and concerns about side effects like libido changes. Some users regret delaying treatment due to misinformation, while others report positive results or caution against potential side effects.

community Does low HGH leading to hairloss?

12 upvotes 2 years ago

The user experiencing diffuse hair loss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hair loss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hair loss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hair loss.

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learn Hair Transplant

Does a higher graft count always lead to better results in a hair transplant? Better results depend on graft quality and placement, not just higher graft counts.
Can a hair transplant cause cancer? Hair transplants do not cause cancer according to most providers.
Do hair transplants leave scars? Every hair transplant leaves scars. Clinics say FUE's small dot scars are usually less visible than the line scar from FUT, but they can show when hair is cut very short.
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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

What is Scalp Micropigmentation and how does it help people with visible hair loss? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of hair follicles on the scalp for visible hair loss.

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Hair Transplant Surgeon
Brittany Leader, MD
San Jose, CA, United States

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Brittany Leader, MD