research Disease causing homozygous variants in the human hairless gene
New and known mutations in the hairless gene cause a hair loss condition called Atrichia with papular lesions.
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research MendelVar: gene prioritization at GWAS loci using phenotypic enrichment of Mendelian disease genes
MendelVar is a tool that helps identify important genes by combining GWAS data with Mendelian disease information.
research A disease-causing novel missense mutation in the ST14 gene underlies autosomal recessive ichthyosis with hypotrichosis syndrome in a consanguineous family
A new mutation in the ST14 gene causes a rare skin and hair disorder in a specific family.
research Investigation of Transcriptional Gene Profiling in Normal Murine Hair Follicular Substructures Using Next-Generation Sequencing to Provide Potential Insights into Skin Disease
Hair follicles have a more inactive cell cycle than other skin cells, which may help develop targeted therapies for skin diseases and cancer.
research Identifying critical cell types and gene regulatory pathways for hair and skin disease
Researchers identified key cell types and genes involved in hair and skin diseases.
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5 / 838 resultscommunity ‘Long term use of fin/dut may be associated with health risks including fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dry eye disease and potential kidney disease.’
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride may be linked to health risks like fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dry eye disease, and potential kidney disease. Some users believe the risks are low and the medications are generally safe.
community Autoimmune disease and balding
A user diagnosed with Crohn's disease is concerned it might contribute to balding. They have been using keto shampoo, finasteride, and oral minoxidil, which improved their hair but not significantly.
community How far are we from gene editing stem cells and implanting them?
Gene editing for hair loss is not yet viable due to technological and economic challenges. Current treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants remain the most practical options.
community CRISPR Is Curing People Right Now. Genetic Hair Loss is Next?
CRISPR shows promise for treating hair loss by targeting specific genes. Current treatments include Minoxidil and finasteride, but CRISPR could offer a more precise solution, though it is still expensive and in early stages.
community How uninformed the general public is about hair loss
The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hair loss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.
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mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth
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Microscopic delivery system that sends growth-promoting signals to hair follicles
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technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
