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Glossary Zinc Transporter

protein that moves zinc ions across cell membranes

A zinc transporter is a type of protein that helps move zinc ions in and out of cells or organelles within cells. These transporters are crucial for maintaining proper zinc levels, which are essential for various biological functions, including immune response, enzyme activity, and hair growth. Inadequate zinc transport can lead to deficiencies or toxicities, impacting overall health and conditions like alopecia.

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research The ZIP7 Gene (Slc39a7) Encodes a Zinc Transporter Involved in Zinc Homeostasis of the Golgi Apparatus

195 citations , February 2005 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry”

This study shows that ZIP7 is a functional zinc transporter in mammalian cells, facilitating the movement of zinc from the Golgi apparatus to the cytoplasm.

research Symptomatic zinc deficiency in a full-term breast-fed infant

20 citations , June 2010 in “Dermatology Online Journal”

This report describes a case of hypozincemia type-II in an exclusively breast-fed infant, which resolved with zinc therapy and weaning, highlighting genetic factors in zinc transporter gene SLC30A2.

research Heterogeneity in the genetic alterations and in the clinical presentation of acrodermatitis enteropathic: Case report and review of the literature

6 citations , December 2015 in “International journal of immunopathology and pharmacology”

A novel mutation in the SLC39A4 gene was identified in an infant with mild, incomplete acrodermatitis enteropathic symptoms, suggesting genetic testing is beneficial even without the full symptom triad.

research Heterozygous Variants of the SLC39A4 Gene and Possible Increased Risk for Developing Acrodermatitis Enteropathica with Kaposi’s Varicelliform Eruption

November 2025 in “American Journal of Case Reports”

This case report describes a child with acrodermatitis enteropathica and normal zinc levels who developed Kaposi's varicelliform eruption, highlighting the role of novel SLC39A4 variants and the importance of early zinc supplementation and antiviral prophylaxis.

research A Rare Case of Acrodermatitis Enteropathica in a One Year Old Child

April 2020 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences”

This report reviews the clinical presentation and genetic aspects of a case of acrodermatitis enteropathica in a one-year-old child but provides no new clinical findings.

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community Finasteride and Oral Minoxidil in Turkey - what I’ve found out

8 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride is available in Turkey without a prescription, with 1mg tablets costing 800 Turkish lira and 5mg tablets costing 150 lira. Oral minoxidil capsules were found at Cerrahpaşa nur eczanesi, also without a prescription.

community Sublingual Minoxidil - Cure to Hairloss?

in Minoxidil 583 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of sublingual minoxidil for hair loss treatment. It suggests that sublingual minoxidil, which bypasses the liver, may have fewer side effects, greater bioavailability, and could be more effective than oral minoxidil.

community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

484 upvotes 2 years ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Could creatine trigger faster hairloss?

29 upvotes 2 years ago

Creatine is reported by many to increase hair loss, though no scientific evidence supports this. Some use finasteride and minoxidil to manage hair loss, while others avoid creatine due to personal experiences.

community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 140 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

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