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    GlossaryMelanocyte-Stimulating Hormone

    regulates melanin production, affecting skin and hair pigmentation

    Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone (MSH) is a peptide hormone produced by the pituitary gland that regulates the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin, hair, and eye color. It plays a crucial role in protecting the skin from UV radiation by increasing melanin synthesis, which can lead to tanning.

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      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

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