research The hairless gene mutated in congenital hair loss disorders encodes a novel nuclear receptor corepressor
The mutated hairless gene causes hair loss by acting as a new type of corepressor affecting thyroid hormone receptors.
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research Congenital hair loss disorders: Rare, but not too rare
Some hair loss disorders are caused by genetic mutations affecting hair growth.
research Hair biology and hair loss disorders: An update and new concepts
Recent discoveries have improved our understanding of hair loss, but challenges in treatment and knowledge among specialists still exist.
research Hair loss disorders in domestic animals
The book explains causes, diagnosis, and treatments for hair loss in pets.
research Methods of hair loss evaluation in patients with endocrine disorders.
The document concludes that most patients with endocrine disorders experience diffuse, non-scarring hair loss, with scarring hair loss being rare.
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5 / 28 resultscommunity Hair loss research is a money grab
Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.
community if Post Finasteride Syndrome is real. Why is it only the negative effects and not positive have log term effect?
Finasteride is used for hair loss, with mixed reports of no side effects and claims of long-term negative effects known as Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). The conversation debates the existence and causes of PFS, with differing opinions on whether it is psychological or real.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community Male (24) Using Dutasteride Since 2020 – Concerns About Having Kids
A 24-year-old male using dutasteride for hair loss is worried about its effects on fertility and future children's health. Users advise consulting a doctor, possibly switching to finasteride, or stopping dutasteride before conception due to its impact on sperm count.
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The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.
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