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The research shows that a gene called Wnt3 affects hair growth and structure, causing short hair and balding when overactive.

A49T gene variant linked to higher prostate cancer risk, lower hormone levels, and slightly reduced balding risk.

The study found that horizontal sections of scalp biopsies are better for analyzing hair loss, showing fewer hairs and more fine hairs in balding areas.

Androgenetic alopecia is a condition causing noticeable hair loss, especially in middle age, which is more severe than normal balding.

Most older adults experience pattern hair loss due to shrinking hair follicles, with men and women showing different balding patterns.

Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a unique hair loss condition with inflammation and scarring, resembling but distinct from common balding.

Moles on the scalp are more common in people with more body moles and atypical moles, but not linked to balding.

Hair loss is due to thinner hairs, not less hairs; hair diameter indicates balding progression and treatment effectiveness.

Understanding hair follicle anatomy helps diagnose hair disorders.

Oxidative stress contributes to hair graying and loss as we age.

Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.

Bald men are often viewed more negatively and as older than they really are.

The hair follicle is a great model for research to improve hair growth treatments.

Minoxidil applied twice daily can help regrow hair in some people with hereditary baldness, with no serious side effects.

Topical minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss caused by androgenetic alopecia.

The Cross-section Trichometer is a new tool that can measure hair quantity and detect hair loss and growth.

Follicular transplantation can greatly improve hair restoration if done with detailed planning and patient evaluation.

Commercial hair loss websites promote Propecia by making men feel insecure about baldness and suggesting it's a medical issue needing treatment.

Brothers of women with PCOS tend to have higher levels of a hormone called DHEAS, indicating a possible genetic link.

Human skin cells contain Protease Nexin-1, and male hormones can decrease its levels, potentially affecting hair growth.

Women's ovarian hormones and adrenal androgens change throughout life, affecting hair loss and health.

Men with hair loss may have lower self-esteem and could benefit from treatment and psychological support.

Acceptance reduces hair loss distress and medical consultations; coping mechanisms increase them.

Aging scalp skin contributes to hair aging and loss, and more research is needed to develop better hair loss treatments.

Mast cells might contribute to hair loss by causing skin thickening.

Higher androgen levels do not cause baldness in men.

Wnt/β-catenin and TGF-β pathways affect hair loss, and activating Wnt/β-catenin could be a potential treatment.

FUE hair transplant is a promising method with benefits like less scarring, but requires a skilled surgeon and can damage hair follicles.

Researchers created a cell line to study hair growth and found specific genes affected by dihydrotestosterone.

Surgeons need to understand natural hair patterns for better hair restoration results.