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research Genomewide Scan for Linkage Reveals Evidence of Several Susceptibility Loci for Alopecia Areata

143 citations , January 2007 in “The American Journal of Human Genetics”

Certain genes on chromosomes 6, 10, 16, and 18 may increase the risk of alopecia areata.

research Susceptibility variants for male-pattern baldness on chromosome 20p11

140 citations , October 2008 in “Nature Genetics”

research Identification and molecular characterization of a new ovarian cancer susceptibility locus at 17q21.31

106 citations , March 2013 in “Nature Communications”

A new genetic region, 17q21.31, is linked to higher ovarian cancer risk.

research Six Novel Susceptibility Loci for Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Unexpected Association with Common Diseases

87 citations , May 2012 in “PLOS Genetics”

Six new genetic regions linked to early hair loss also connect to Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer, possibly leading to new treatments.

research Susceptibility variants on chromosome 7p21.1 suggest HDAC9 as a new candidate gene for male-pattern baldness

51 citations , November 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

A gene called HDAC9 might be a new factor in male-pattern baldness.

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community Suspicious about my dermatologist

in Product 10 upvotes 2 years ago

A 17-year-old is concerned about hair loss and questions his dermatologist's advice against using finasteride due to age. The dermatologist recommended a serum with aloe vera, saw palmetto, biotin, and dexpanthenol, but the user is skeptical and considers using minoxidil instead.

community Sustaining minoxidil dependent hairs?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 2 years ago

Minoxidil-dependent hairs fall out if minoxidil is stopped. New treatments like GT20029, FOL055, or TDM105795 might help sustain these hairs.

community Is sustained Finasteride use safe?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 upvotes 4 months ago

A 28-year-old experienced hair loss and found success with daily 1mg Finasteride, noticing thicker hair without side effects. Despite this, their dermatologist suggested switching to expensive peptide serums, prompting the individual to seek a second opinion on long-term Finasteride and oral Minoxidil use.

community U.S Court let Merck hide secrets about Finasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 303 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss discussion involving finasteride's side effects and effectiveness. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting side effects and others seeing positive results.

community Tom Cruise at the Mission Impossible premiere hair.(He's 61 y/o)

in Chat 392 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation speculates on whether Tom Cruise uses hair loss treatments like Finasteride or Dutasteride, with some suggesting he naturally has good hair like Brad Pitt, while others joke about Scientology or genetics playing a role. Specific treatments mentioned include Finasteride, Dutasteride, and possibly high-quality hair products or procedures like PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma).

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