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GlossaryHair Shaft Alterations

changes in hair's structure affecting thickness, texture, or strength

Hair Shaft Alterations refer to changes or abnormalities in the structure of the hair shaft, which is the visible part of the hair that extends above the scalp. These alterations can include variations in thickness, texture, strength, and overall appearance, and can be caused by genetic factors, environmental damage, or underlying health conditions. For professionals, understanding these alterations is crucial for diagnosing hair disorders and recommending appropriate treatments.

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research Gefitinib-induced hair alterations: Figure 1

7 citations , January 2009 in “BMJ Case Reports”

Gefitinib can cause slower, finer, brittle, and curly scalp hair.

research Coactivator MED1 Ablation in Keratinocytes Results in Hair-Cycling Defects and Epidermal Alterations

41 citations , December 2011 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Deleting MED1 in skin cells causes hair loss and skin changes.

research Ultrastructural alterations and environmental exposure influence the opiate concentrations in hair of drug addicts

33 citations , June 1995 in “International journal of legal medicine”

Environmental factors can greatly reduce drug levels in hair.

research Photochemical alterations in human hair. I. Artificial irradiation and investigations of hair proteins

27 citations , January 1995

Melanin in black hair protects it from sun damage better than light-brown hair.

research Hair cosmetic alterations

September 1998 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

The document concludes that individualized treatments for hair issues are effective, certain hair changes can indicate neurocutaneous diseases, specific lotions improve skin health, laser hair removal works but needs more study on long-term effects, men's cosmetics are diverse, peeling is effective but can have side effects, and facial pigmentation is often due to overactive skin cells.

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community Addressing the fake allegations on my 200 day dut progress

in Chat 33 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation is about a user defending their hair loss progress photos against accusations of being fake, explaining changes in hair color and texture due to dyeing and straightening. The user shares their treatment timeline, using dutasteride and minoxidil, and addresses side effects and skepticism from others.

community My Experience with Fin for Young Dudes Like Me

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 5 years ago

A 19-year-old male shared his negative experience with finasteride, including side effects like vision issues, genital changes, pain, swollen lymph nodes, and mood alterations, which resolved after stopping the medication. He suggests alternative hair loss treatments like exercise, diet, possibly avoiding masturbation, topical anti-androgens, and dermarolling, emphasizing mental health over aesthetics.

community Hair regrowth without drugs (99% natural) 25M

in Progress Pictures 423 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared their experience with hair regrowth using supplements like NAC and DIM, and briefly using minoxidil with microneedling. They reported some improvement in hair density, but the community questioned the effectiveness compared to traditional treatments like finasteride.

community Is someone like Elon Musk still on fin and min after hair transplant?

in Transplants 3 years ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil, being used by wealthy individuals to combat their genetic predisposition to baldness. It also discussed other potential treatments such as RU58841 and dutasteride.

community Why is dht bad for scalp hair but good for hair on the rest of body?

in Satire 109 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses why DHT (dihydrotestosterone) negatively affects scalp hair but promotes growth elsewhere on the body. Various opinions include genetic predispositions, differences in hair follicle reactions to DHT, and the potential role of Omega-3 in reducing inflammation and promoting hair health.

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