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GlossaryTumor Suppressor Gene

regulates cell growth by preventing uncontrolled cell division

A tumor suppressor gene is a type of gene that helps regulate cell growth by preventing cells from dividing too quickly or in an uncontrolled way. When these genes are mutated or inactivated, it can lead to the development of cancer because the normal checks on cell division are lost. Examples include the TP53 gene, which produces a protein that can trigger cell death if DNA damage is detected, thereby preventing the propagation of potentially cancerous cells.

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research Non-Invasive Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer from Body Fluids Using a Panel of Tumor Suppressor Genes

March 2011 in “European Urology Supplements”

Blood tests for tumor cells could improve prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment; hair loss severity linked to a gene affecting prostate conditions.

research Development of Heritable Melanoma in Transgenic Mice

75 citations, March 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

The transgene likely activated an oncogene or interrupted a tumor suppressor gene, causing melanoma in mice.

research Molecular Regulation of Melanocyte Senescence

85 citations, July 2002 in “Pigment Cell Research”

The article concludes that while we understand a lot about how melanocytes age and how this can prevent cancer, there are still unanswered questions about certain pathways and genes involved.

research Coinheritance of BRCA2 and CYLD Germline Pathogenic Variants Associated with Targetable Metastatic Malignant Cylindroma

June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Coinheritance of BRCA2 and CYLD genes may lead to new treatment options for certain cancers.

research Epigenetic Regulation in Adult Stem Cells and Cancers

20 citations, January 2013 in “Cell & Bioscience”

Understanding how epigenetic regulation affects stem cells is key to cancer insights and new treatments.

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community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

in Research/Science 39 upvotes 1 year ago

HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

in Research/Science 81 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.

community Why is nobody studying the difference between donor and balding hair?

in Chat 89 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses why the difference between donor and balding hair isn't studied more to find a cure for hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community to all people who cannot tolerate anti androgens (loe dose topical fin, pyrilutamide, CB) i am getting desperate, looking for a solution

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 1 year ago

The user tried Minoxidil without success, and Finasteride worked but caused sexual side effects even at a very low dose. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss as they cannot tolerate anti-androgens and are also in therapy for mental health.

community The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia

in Research/Science 667 upvotes 2 months ago

Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.

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