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    GlossaryGenetic Mutation (Mutation)

    change in the DNA sequence of a gene

    A genetic mutation is a change in the DNA sequence of a gene. These alterations can occur naturally during DNA replication or be induced by environmental factors like radiation or chemicals. Mutations can lead to variations in protein function, which may result in different traits or health conditions, such as alopecia.

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      community Testosterone and Androgenetic Alopecia

      in Chat  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      How androgens, including testosterone, can cause hair follicles to miniaturize in people with sensitivity to androgens, and treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, or fluridil may be used in combination for long-term treatment.

      community PSA: Caffeine and Hair Transplants

      in Transplants  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with a hair transplant, emphasizing the importance of avoiding caffeine 7 days before the procedure. Ignoring this advice led to reduced effectiveness of the numbing agent, causing significant discomfort during the transplant.

      community Can low level of vitamins cause hair loss?

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is that the user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community Sharing what worked for me (PCOS related hair loss)

      in Female  34 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with PCOS experienced hair loss and found success using a triple dose of O.N.E Omega by Pure Encapsulations after discovering low Omega fatty acids. Biotin provided minimal improvement, but the Omega supplement significantly restored hair.