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research Support for Dermatological Research in Sub-Saharan Africa: Insights from African Hair and Skin Research Programs

February 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

The document concludes that more local research on African skin and hair is needed despite increased scientific output from Sub-Saharan Africa.

research Genetic Susceptibility to Alopecia

5 citations , February 2019 in “The New England Journal of Medicine”

Certain mutations in the PADI3 gene may increase the risk of developing a type of scarring hair loss common in women of African descent.

research Mutations in Three Genes Encoding Proteins Involved in Hair Shaft Formation Cause Uncombable Hair Syndrome

119 citations , November 2016 in “American journal of human genetics”

Mutations in three genes cause Uncombable Hair Syndrome, leading to frizzy hair that can't be combed flat.

research Variant PADI3 in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

95 citations , February 2019 in “The New England Journal of Medicine”

Mutations in the PADI3 gene are linked to a higher risk of scarring hair loss in women of African descent.

research Deciphering the Pathogenesis of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

CCCA in women of African ancestry may be caused by PADI3 gene mutations and intense hair grooming.

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community Detailed 6 months update for FUE HT and 4 years of FIN-MIN journey

in Progress Pictures 193 upvotes 2 years ago

A 25-year-old who has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 4 years to treat hair loss, underwent a successful FUE hair transplant in Mumbai, India, in April 2023. The user reported positive results, including increased hair density and reduced frizziness, and plans to continue treatment for further growth.

community 21F AGA - 4 month hair growth progress (Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, theradome LLLT, viviscal vitamins, PRP twice)

in Progress Pictures 257 upvotes 4 years ago

A 21-year-old female shared her 4-month hair growth progress using Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, Theradome LLLT, Viviscal vitamins, and PRP treatments twice. Commenters praised her progress and discussed other treatments like microneedling, but she noted her dermatologist advised against it due to potential scalp damage.

community Three years + or - on the Big 3. Plus Biotin.

in Progress Pictures 667 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses a user's hair regrowth over three years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and a hair transplant, along with Biotin supplementation. Some users question the authenticity of the results and the organization of the before-and-after photos.

community Do you think people of previous generations had better hair? What changed?

in Chat 2172 upvotes 5 months ago

Hair loss is less common now due to accessible treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants. Improved hair care, skincare, and lifestyle changes contribute to people looking younger today.