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Gene scan to predict hair loss


According to Nature Genetics, one in seven men have both genetic variants. Genes that may increase the risk of early baldness among men and have been uncovered by the international researchers team.

The analysis of the DNA among the 5,000 volunteers with and without male pattern baldness found 2 stretches of the genome with the condition. The researchers said to predict hair loss early could boost development of preventive treatments.

The initial study in more than almost 500 men with early on set losing hair and 500 men without the condition highlighted the 2 genetic regions which are substantially increased the risk of baldness.

Male pattern baldness or androgenic alopecia was already known to be partly and hereditary caused by male sex hormones.

Inheritance

X Chromosome which is inherited from the mother that androgen gene which now had been the only gene identified with baldness. According to German researchers that chromosome 20 is inherited in both mother and father and may explained more for similarities in hair loss between father and sons.

Dr Tim Spector, from Kings College London said they found around 14% of men carry both genetic variants. He said “At the moment we have a fairly good diagnostic tool for people who might want to know whether they will lose their hair before they are 50. There probably won’t be many people who want to use that at the moment because there aren’t any preventive treatments.”

Pharmaceutical companies to develop creams, pills or gels to prevent hair loss before it start, he hope it would.

Professor Val Randall, from the Centre for Skin Sciences at the University of Bradford said the work was very exciting, although it was debatable whether men would benefit from finding out about their hair loss risk. He added that it is easy to prevent than replace hair growth.

Male pattern baldness has strong inherited aspect and understanding that will lead to better treatments and novel approaches.

200 Lose Hair, Fingernails Causes with Vitamin Supplement


U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalled the liquid supplement is one of more than 12 supplements. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that users of the supplement suffered hair loss and fingernails, as well as joint pain, nausea, and diarrhea among other symptoms.

It contained excessive amounts of the mineral selenium and chromium of some batches of Total Body Formula and Total Body Mega Formula.

Selenium is an essential trace mineral. It activates an antioxidant enzyme called Glutathione peroxidase, is only needed in small amounts for good health, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) said, and too much of it can cause the symptoms listed above.

Chromium, also a trace mineral. It is used to make stainless steel, and as a color in glass. Can be harmful to humans if breathed in. It can cause anemia, kidney failure and liver damage if too much is ingested.

The company or pharmacy now faces lawsuits from former customer who suffered hair loss and other symptoms or who allege they were poisoned by the product and face long term side effect.

In March, the FDA warned consumers in all states about the link between dietary supplement and adverse side effects including “significant hair loss” after other people suffered “serious reactions” within 7 to 10 days of ingesting the liquid supplements.

Distributor of the supplements voluntarily recalled the product which distributed by Total Body Essential Nutrition of Atlanta.

These are the States were the products have been distributed:
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, California, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Michigan, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

Facts: Top Five Hair Loss


Hair Loss is Curable? Yes, but make sure you read the correct information on hair loss cure. Wrong information on hair loss cure will lead to ineffective treatments. Some important facts that might help you get the right treatment for your specific hair loss condition.

Fact #1: Androgenetic Alopecia is the most common form of hair loss.
Androgenetic Alopecia is hair loss resulting from a genetic predisposition to DHT. It is the DHT that prevents the hairs on the scalp (front and top) from regrowing. Androgenetic Alopecia is the most common form of hair loss. It affects men and can affect women. In men, this condition is also known as male-pattern baldness. Hair is lost in a well-defined pattern, beginning above both temples also termed female pattern baldness.

It has been determined that 95% of hair loss cases that need a hair loss cure are caused by genes and hormones. Some individuals are born with a genetic sensitivity to the hormone DHT that causes hair loss. DHT is present in both men and women in varying amounts. Existing hair will therefore fall out and new hair will be unable to replace whatever is lost. It is because of this main cause of hair loss that a hair loss cure could either focus on blocking DHT or nourishing the scalp and hair.

Fact #2: Other Causes of hair loss.
People who experience extreme physical or emotional stress may also experience temporary hair loss. Some serious disorders and diseases such as anemia, diabetes and autoimmune disorders could lead to some degree of hair loss.

Fact #3: Medical hair loss cure options
Individuals suffering from androgenetic alopecia may benefit from some medicines and medical procedures for hair loss. So far, there are two hair loss cure medicines approved for hair loss for men and one for women.

As some would know though, these medicines usually take time to take effect and may not always provide overly dramatic results. Some also say that there are minor side effects.

Surgery is an option. This option is believed to be the most effective. It is however, quite expensive. Common sense would say that surgical methods also naturally have their own risks of side effects.

Fact #4: There are good hair loss cure products but there are also scams.
If you are not too enthusiastic over medical hair loss cure options, then you can always go for natural choices. You should be careful though. Although there are really effective natural blockers and nourishing products, there are also a handful of scam products from manufacturers who are only after ripping consumers off of their hard earned cash. The products that you should be most wary of are those that promise miracle cures.

It’s important to perform your own product and ingredient research before you use a product. Make sure too to do a thorough product site and content review.

Fact #5: It still makes sense to take care of temporary causes.
Hair loss caused by genetic predisposition is the hardest to find hair loss cure. In this case, nutritional nourishment may not always provide complete hair loss cure. The hair however is still very much a part of our bodies. It still therefore makes a lot of sense to take care of it through proper nutrition, exercise and good habits. Maintain a good diet rich in complex carbohydrates, fruits and vegetables. To ensure that the nutrients reach your scalp and hair, do regular aerobic exercises to help improve blood flow.