Women with androgenetic alopecia (hair loss) have normal prostate specific antigen levels but higher testosterone levels.
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September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” New LPP subtype affects vellus hairs, mimics AGA, and needs biopsy for diagnosis.
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August 2012 in “The American Journal of Human Genetics” Mutations in the RBPJ gene cause Adams-Oliver Syndrome.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Muscarinic acetylcholine receptors in skin cells help regulate and promote hair growth.
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July 2021 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” PHAT may improve hair growth better than PRP alone.
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February 2012 in “The journal of neuroscience/The Journal of neuroscience” Mutations in the PTPRQ gene cause significant balance issues in mice due to hair bundle defects in the inner ear.
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February 2025 in “Poultry Science” TBX5 gene influences feathered feet in Guangxi chickens by affecting cell growth and movement.
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June 2025 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” CuATSM speeds up wound healing and reduces scarring.
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November 2019 in “Gene” The ITGB6 gene is important for tissue repair and hair growth, and mutations can lead to enamel defects and other health issues.
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August 2020 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” ATP helps prevent skin damage from vandetanib by reducing stress.
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September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Estetrol (E4) may help treat female pattern hair loss by prolonging hair growth.
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December 2019 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Differences in gene expression and methylation patterns found in AGA patients suggest potential targets for future treatments.
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February 2019 in “Animal biotechnology” The PLP2 gene affects cashmere fiber quality in goats and is linked to hair growth and loss.
March 2013 in “The Journal of Urology” Hair loss is linked to higher prostate-specific antigen levels and urinary symptoms, likely due to age.
July 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” SIRT3 and SIRT7 decrease, while NFATC1 and PDL-1 increase in Androgenetic Alopecia.
Polygonum multiflorum may help treat hair loss but can be toxic to the liver.
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October 2019 in “Immunological investigations” The AIRE gene variant rs2075876 is linked to a higher risk of alopecia areata in males.
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March 2015 in “Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology” Ultra-high molecular weight poly-γ-glutamic acid may help promote hair growth.
January 2026 in “Figshare” ASLNC168501 may help restore hair growth in androgenetic alopecia by improving hair follicle stem cell function.
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January 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” Androgenetic Alopecia is commonly known as male or female pattern baldness.
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May 1997 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Researchers found a gene in hamsters that responds to male hormones and may be indirectly controlled by them.
January 2010 in “Acta Universitatis Medicinalis Nanjing” Progesterone helps adult male mice's brain cells survive and improves learning and memory.
January 2024 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Botox can help prevent hair loss by blocking cell death in scalp cells.
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January 2019 in “Cells” Gene therapy has potential as a future treatment for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome.
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March 2008 in “AJP Endocrinology and Metabolism” SSAT is a key enzyme affecting cell growth and metabolism, with potential but risky use in disease treatment.
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May 2019 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” Apremilast helps regrow hair in hard-to-treat alopecia areata.
July 2023 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” A positive anagen pull test can help detect active Lichen Planopilaris.
November 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Genes controlling hair growth and immune response are disrupted in male pattern baldness.