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May 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Identical p53 gene mutations in different cancers suggest the need for careful treatment.
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June 2022 in “Chinese medical journal/Chinese Medical Journal” Two new mutations in the CDH3 gene cause hair loss and vision problems in a young girl.
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Genetic mutations linked to ectodermal dysplasias and hair loss were identified in Pakistani families.
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Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.