research Utilizing Functional Genomics Approaches to Characterize Risk Genes in Alopecia Areata
Certain genetic changes in the STX17 and KRT82 genes contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata.
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Characterization of the Lipid Composition at the Proximal Root Regions of Human Hair
Human hair contains various lipids that vary among individuals and help protect the hair.
research Shortcutting the Diagnostic Odyssey: The Multidisciplinary Program for Undiagnosed Rare Diseases in Adults (UD-PrOZA)
The UD-PrOZA program successfully diagnosed 18% of adult patients with rare diseases, often using genetic testing.
research Whole Exome Sequencing in Alopecia Areata Patients Identifies a Hotspot Mutation in the Type II Hair Keratin Gene, KRT82
A mutation in the KRT82 gene is significantly associated with Alopecia Areata.
research Establishment of an Evaluation Method to Detect Drug Distribution in Hair Follicles
Researchers developed a method to measure drugs in hair follicles and found that both water-loving and fat-loving drugs can be detected after being applied to the skin.
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5 / 306 resultscommunity 32 Sept 2021 – January 23 (18 months) – 5mg oral minoxidil, 1.5mm Microneedling 1 x wk using a pen, 0.5mg/day dutasteride
A user's 18-month progress on their hair loss treatment regimen, which includes 5mg oral minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling with a pen once weekly, and 0.5mg/day dutasteride; other users noted the positive effects of finasteride and dutasteride in reducing DHT levels.
community Anyone ever try peptides for hair growth?
The conversation is about using GHK-CU peptide for hair regrowth. Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are also mentioned as potential treatments for hair loss.
community Community progress images being misused for marketing snake oil on instagram. Images attached.
Instagram accounts are misusing community hair progress pictures for marketing scams. Users suggest watermarking images to prevent misuse.
community (23) daily 0.5 Dut + 5mg Min for 2 years, hair thinned considerably. thoughts?
A 23-year-old has been using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 5mg oral Minoxidil daily for two years, but their hair has thinned considerably. Suggestions include increasing the Dutasteride dose, adding Finasteride, or considering a hair transplant.
community My balding/recovery rollercoaster story so far. I've regrown and lost my hair like 8 times in the last few years. Developed gyno but luckily it's reversible for me. M27
A 27-year-old man experienced hair regrowth and gynecomastia from finasteride, leading to a cycle of stopping and restarting the treatment. He is considering gyno surgery and consulting an endocrinologist as potential solutions.