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GlossaryKeratin 17

protein crucial for skin, hair, and nail structure

Keratin 17 (K17) is a type of protein found in the skin, hair follicles, and nails, playing a crucial role in their structural integrity and resilience. It is also involved in cellular processes like growth and repair, and its abnormal expression is linked to certain skin disorders and cancers.

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research A Novel Mouse Type I Intermediate Filament Gene, Keratin 17n (K17n), Exhibits Preferred Expression in Nail Tissue

31 citations , April 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

A new mouse gene, Keratin 17n, is mainly found in nail tissue and may explain why mice without Keratin 17 don't have nail issues.

research Keratin 17 modulates hair follicle cycling in a TNFα-dependent fashion

169 citations , May 2006 in “Genes & Development”

Keratin 17 is crucial for normal hair growth by regulating hair cycle transitions with TNFα.

research Keratin 17 null mice exhibit age- and strain-dependent alopecia

122 citations , June 2002 in “Genes & Development”

Keratin 17 is crucial for early hair strength and cell survival.

Characterization of a Cluster of Human High/Ultrahigh Sulfur Keratin-Associated Protein Genes Embedded in the Type I Keratin Gene Domain on Chromosome 17q12-21

research Characterization of a Cluster of Human High/Ultrahigh Sulfur Keratin-associated Protein Genes Embedded in the Type I Keratin Gene Domain on Chromosome 17q12-21

98 citations , June 2001 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry”

A cluster of sulfur-rich hair protein genes was found on chromosome 17.

research Keratin 17 Expression in the Hard Epithelial Context of the Hair and Nail, and its Relevance for the Pachyonychia Congenita Phenotype

88 citations , June 2000 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Keratin 17 is important for hair and nail structure and affects pachyonychia congenita symptoms.

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community Balding absolutely ruined my life at 17.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 210 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is struggling with hair loss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.

community Reminder to stop lurking and start to address your hair loss, from a teenager 17M

in Chat 17 upvotes 3 years ago

Teenager with hair loss shares experience and encourages others to address their hair loss early. They use a stack of topical finasteride/minoxidil, derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo for treatment.

community (UPDATE) 1y and 4m progress. 1mg fin daily, minoxidil foam twice a day, keto shampoo every other hair wash and hims thick fix shampoo and conditioner. Added saw palmetto, biotin + keratin and dermarolling into my routine. super happy, so glad hair loss isn’t consuming my life anymore

in Progress Pictures 39 upvotes 3 years ago

The individual has seen hair regrowth over a period of 1 year and 4 months using 1mg finasteride daily, minoxidil foam twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo, thick fix shampoo and conditioner, saw palmetto, biotin, keratin, and dermarolling. They are pleased with the results and no longer feel overwhelmed by hair loss.

community Regrowing my hair in just 7 weeks. No drugs, just massage and natural oils with microneedling and Keratin shampoo

in Progress Pictures 139 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about a person regrowing their hair in 7 weeks using scalp massages, peppermint oil, microneedling, and keratin shampoo without drugs. They experienced initial shedding but saw improvement after consistent treatment and shampooing every other day.

community 7 years on oral finasteride/topical minoxidil/ket (Pics included). Losing ground... what more can I do to stop the loss and gain more hair?

in Update 28 upvotes 4 years ago

A user's journey to try and stop their hair loss, including the use of oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, Cynatine Keratin supplements, and The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density; and advice from other users regarding trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and lifestyle changes.

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