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GlossaryHair Shaft Defects

refer to structural abnormalities in hair strands

Hair Shaft Defects refer to abnormalities in the structure of the hair strand that can lead to issues like brittleness, breakage, and an overall unhealthy appearance. These defects can be caused by genetic conditions, environmental damage, or improper hair care practices, and they often require specific treatments or changes in hair care routines to manage effectively.

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research MULTIPLE DEFECTS OF THE HAIR SHAFT IN NETHERTON'S DISEASE.

58 citations , November 1969 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Netherton's disease causes multiple hair defects.

research Acquired pili torti--a structural hair shaft defect in anorexia nervosa.

15 citations , March 1996 in “PubMed”

Anorexia nervosa may cause a hair defect called pili torti due to malnutrition and high vitamin A levels.

research Transgenic Kallikrein 14 Mice Display Major Hair Shaft Defects Associated with Desmoglein 3 and 4 Degradation, Abnormal Epidermal Differentiation, and IL-36 Signature

15 citations , June 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Mice with extra human KLK14 had hair and skin problems, including weaker cell bonds and inflammation, linked to Netherton syndrome.

research Correction of Hair Shaft Defects through Allele-Specific Silencing of Mutant Krt75

6 citations , September 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Using special RNA to target a mutant gene fixed hair problems in mice.

research Hair Shaft Defect in a Teenage Girl: Trichoscopy Saves the Day!

December 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

Trichoscopy helped diagnose a teenage girl's hair loss as monilethrix.

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community Hair loss research is a money grab

in Chat 227 upvotes 9 months ago

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 Accelerated Hair Loss from Creatine

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 134 upvotes 9 months ago

Creatine may cause hair loss in some individuals, especially those on finasteride, despite no scientific link. Personal experiences suggest individual sensitivity to DHT could be a factor.

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 10 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 [20M] Hair Regrowth with Minoxidil ONLY- Need Opinions

in Minoxidil 244 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old is using minoxidil for hair regrowth and considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride to maintain gains, with recommendations to start with a low dose or use a topical form to minimize side effects.

community Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants

in Side effects? 200 upvotes 7 months ago

A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.

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