2 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” No clear link between specific gene and hair loss in Mexican brothers.
26 citations,
November 2009 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Certain gene variations are not a major cause of male infertility in Nigerian men.
1 citations,
January 2019 in “Journal of Research in Medical Sciences” Fewer GGC sequences in the androgen receptor gene improve finasteride treatment for hair loss.
December 2017 in “PubMed” Society's pressure to have children later in life favors genes that increase the risk of early baldness in male offspring.
98 citations,
February 2007 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.
11 citations,
January 2001 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” Androgens can cause hair growth in some areas but hair loss on the scalp.
10 citations,
January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair growth is influenced by hormones and goes through different phases; androgens can both promote and inhibit hair growth depending on the body area.
14 citations,
December 2016 in “Sexual Medicine” Finasteride side effects in young men may be linked to specific gene variations.
68 citations,
May 2011 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.
29 citations,
February 2018 in “Genetics research international” Certain genetic variations are linked to increased androgen levels in PCOS, but more research is needed to understand these connections fully.
12 citations,
October 2004 in “Experimental Gerontology” Changes in testosterone and estrogen receptor genes can affect how men age, influencing body fat, hair patterns, and possibly leading to skin disorders.
9 citations,
September 2014 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention” Certain genetic variants in the androgen receptor are linked to higher PSA levels, potentially affecting prostate cancer screening outcomes.
9 citations,
March 2009 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Certain gene variations are linked to better memory in healthy Chinese women.
2 citations,
January 2017 in “Folia biologica” The KRTAP7-1 gene is very similar across different cattle and yak breeds and likely plays a role in hair strength and shape.
14 citations,
July 2001 in “American Journal of Human Genetics” Haplogroup X found in Altaian population supports Amerindian origin.
February 2017 in “Cancer Causes & Control” Swedish men with the E213 A-allele of the androgen receptor have a lower risk of prostate cancer.
21 citations,
March 2013 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention” Early-onset baldness is linked to a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer in African-American men, especially before age 60.
60 citations,
January 2007 in “Human Genetics” AR polyglycine repeat doesn't cause baldness.
7 citations,
December 2015 in “International Journal of Dermatology” New and known mutations in the hairless gene cause a hair loss condition called Atrichia with papular lesions.
195 citations,
July 2005 in “American Journal of Human Genetics” Genetic variation in the androgen receptor gene mainly causes early-onset hair loss, with maternal inheritance playing a key role.
157 citations,
May 2021 in “Endocrine Reviews” Early diagnosis and individualized treatment improve outcomes for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.
153 citations,
March 2017 in “Endocrine” Male pattern baldness involves genetics, hormones, and needs better treatments.
82 citations,
September 2008 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” EDA2R gene linked to hair loss.
51 citations,
January 2012 in “Annals of Dermatology” Asian hair loss differs from Europeans; consider individual needs and psychological well-being for treatment.
29 citations,
March 2019 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Acne is significantly influenced by genetics, and understanding its genetic basis could lead to better, targeted treatments.
27 citations,
December 2013 in “Endocrinology” Researchers created a mouse model for Cushing's syndrome to study glucocorticoid excess and potential treatments.
21 citations,
February 2016 in “Reproductive Biomedicine Online” The conclusion suggests that PCOS may persist due to genetic traits that, while harmful for female fertility, could have provided survival and reproductive benefits to males.
18 citations,
July 2010 in “Expert Review of Endocrinology & Metabolism” The document concludes that PCOS has a strong genetic component, but more research is needed to fully understand the specific genes involved.
8 citations,
July 2011 in “Animal science journal” Keratin 33A is a key protein in goat winter coats, especially in high-producing breeds.
6 citations,
May 2006 in “Skinmed” Androgens contribute to common male hair loss; more research needed for hair growth medication.