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August 2010 in “Hereditas (Beijing)” Hoxc13 is essential for hair growth and follicle development.
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January 2018 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Researchers found specific genes in the part of hair follicles that could help treat hair disorders.
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December 2023 in “Journal of Molecular Cell Biology” Removing Gsdma1/2/3 genes reduces skin cell overgrowth by blocking a specific cell pathway.
July 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology” New treatments for hair growth and psoriasis may be possible, and gene differences could affect baldness and the severity of skin conditions.
Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often treated cosmetically or with hormone therapy if contraception is also desired.
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April 2020 in “medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The study found that Tourette Syndrome may be linked to certain immune system processes and synaptic signaling.
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January 2010 in “Reproduction, Fertility and Development” A certain gene variant may increase the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in Chinese women.
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April 2019 in “The journal of immunology/The Journal of immunology” Malt1 protease is essential for regulatory T cell function and could be targeted to boost antitumor immunity.
A genetic mutation in the EDA gene causes hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia in cats.
November 2025 in “Figshare” SQSTM1 is linked to increased risk of alopecia areata.
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August 2020 in “Scientific reports” Genes related to keratin, skin cell differentiation, and immune functions are key in hedgehog skin and spine development.
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September 2014 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention” Certain genetic variants in the androgen receptor are linked to higher PSA levels, potentially affecting prostate cancer screening outcomes.
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December 2013 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” February 2024 in “Zagazig University Medical Journal” TCF7L2 gene polymorphism is linked to alopecia areata, but it doesn't affect the success of PRP or conventional treatments.
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