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research Iron Deficiency in Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Skin Diseases: A Missing Link Between Systemic Inflammation, Immunometabolism, and Disease Burden

March 2026 in “Cells”

Iron deficiency worsens inflammatory skin diseases by disrupting iron balance and increasing inflammation.

research Diseases That Turn African Hair Silky

10 citations , November 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Certain diseases like AIDS and lupus can make African hair become silky.

research Alopecia in Three Women of Southeast Asian Descent with Chronic Renal Failure: Possible Association with Erythropoietin Use

1 citations , January 2001 in “American Journal of Kidney Diseases”

Hair loss in three Southeast Asian women with kidney failure may be linked to their anemia treatment with erythropoietin.

research Telogen Effluvium: A Review of Acute and Chronic Forms

67 citations , January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”

Chronic Telogen Effluvium may resolve after years and is diagnosed by examining the patient's history and clinical signs, with treatment aimed at underlying causes and possibly minoxidil.

research Alopecias

January 2015 in “Springer eBooks”

Chronic kidney disease can cause hair loss, which may be related to zinc deficiency or certain medications, and sometimes hair grows back when the underlying issue is treated.

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community The pessimism about the Crisp Cas 9 is excessive

in Chat 12 upvotes 5 months ago

CRISPR Cas9 could potentially treat baldness by targeting specific genes in hair follicles without affecting other body functions. There is optimism about its future use, despite ethical concerns and the current reliance on treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

community Medications that cause extra hair growth

in Research/Science 123 upvotes 2 years ago

The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.

community Why do we have head hair in first place if we evolved to start losing it in some cases as soon as puberty hits

in Chat 138 upvotes 5 months ago

Hair loss is influenced by genetics and sensitivity to hormones like DHT. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used, and baldness persists as it doesn't affect reproductive success.

community Will PP405 need to be used indefinitely, like minoxidil?

in Research/Science 33 upvotes 4 months ago

PP405 may not need daily use like minoxidil, but finasteride might still be needed to maintain hair regrowth. PP405 reawakens dormant hair follicles, potentially offering a long-term solution, though not a permanent cure.

community 26F Thinner hair due to vitamin deficiencies?

in Female 12 upvotes 2 years ago

A female user with chronic anemia and vitamin deficiencies is experiencing finer, straighter hair and seeks recommendations for scalp products to improve circulation and prevent potential hair thinning. She is considering growth oils but is unsure of their effectiveness.

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