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    observable traits resulting from genetic and environmental interactions

    A phenotype is the set of observable characteristics or traits of an organism, such as its physical appearance, behavior, and biochemical properties. These traits result from the interaction of the organism's genetic makeup (genotype) with the environment. For example, in the context of hair, the phenotype would include attributes like hair color, texture, and density.

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      community Why I am not balding unlike my family?

      in General  71 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is questioning why they are not experiencing hair loss like their family members. They are considering whether genetics or preventive treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 might be influencing their hair retention.

      community Sugar and Hair loss connections

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 1 month ago
      High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.

      community My personal thoughts on DHT. belive it or not

      in Research/Science 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses a personal theory on the role of DHT in stress and reproduction, suggesting it converts testosterone for reproductive traits. The discussion includes skepticism and mentions individual differences in physiology and neurochemistry.

      community My country is 100 years behind the US in treating hairloss

      in Treatment  188 upvotes 10 months ago
      In the Czech Republic, doctors are largely unaware of hair loss treatments beyond minoxidil, and finasteride is hard to obtain. Many users suggest buying treatments like finasteride and minoxidil from other countries or online.