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Trichotillomania is a chronic hair-pulling disorder, more common in females, treated with therapy and sometimes medication.
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research Epilepsy and Neurodegeneration: Clues in the Hair and Blood Vessels!
The document concludes that specific hair and blood vessel abnormalities in infants with seizures and developmental issues may indicate Menkes disease, which lacks a cure and is often fatal by age 3.
research 1123 COPPER LOADING (CuL) STUDIES IN BRINDLED (Br) MOUSE HEMIZYGOTES AND HETEROZYGOTES
Copper treatments increase copper in all tissues, but brindled female mice accumulate much more copper in their kidneys without clinical effects, unlike brindled male mice where brain copper deficiency is clinically significant.
research Altered brain and pituitary androgen metabolism by prenatal, perinatal or pre- and postnatal finasteride, flutamide or dihydrotestosterone treatment in juvenile male rats
Treatment during development affects hormone balance and sexual behavior in male rats.
research Exploring the “brain-skin connection”: Leads and lessons from the hair follicle
Hair follicles on the scalp interact with and respond to the nervous system, influencing their own behavior and growth.
research Long-Term Administration of Triterpenoids From Ganoderma lucidum Mitigates Age-Associated Brain Physiological Decline via Regulating Sphingolipid Metabolism and Enhancing Autophagy in Mice
Taking triterpenoids from Ganoderma lucidum over a long time can help slow down brain aging and improve overall health in mice.
research Vitamin B-Complex and its Relationship with the Health of Vegetarian People
Vegetarians should take B vitamin supplements to avoid health issues.
research Cloning of the human phenol sulfotransferase gene family: three genes implicated in the metabolism of catecholamines, thyroid hormones and drugs
Scientists identified three genes important for processing certain brain chemicals, thyroid hormones, and medications.
research Lipoatrophy and severe metabolic disturbance in mice with fat-specific deletion of PPARγ
Mice lacking the PPARγ gene in their fat cells had almost no fat tissue, severe metabolic problems, and abnormal development of other fat-related tissues.
research An Overview of Growth Factors as the Potential Link between Psoriasis and Metabolic Syndrome
Abnormal growth factor metabolism may link psoriasis and metabolic syndrome, and obesity can affect psoriasis treatment effectiveness.
research Long-term Treatment with a 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor AlleviatesDepression-like Behavior in Obese Male Rats
Long-term finasteride treatment reduces depression and brain issues in obese male rats.
research Scalp whorls
Abnormal scalp whorls can indicate brain development issues but may also be seen in neurologically normal people.
research Cicatricial alopecia: What’s new in etiology?
Cicatricial alopecia, a permanent hair loss condition, is mainly caused by damage to specific hair follicle stem cells and abnormal immune responses, with gene regulator PPAR-y and lipid metabolism disorders playing significant roles.
research Toxic and Metabolic Disorders of the Nervous System
Certain vitamins in wrong amounts, alcohol abuse, metals, and other toxins can cause serious brain and nerve damage.
research Role of S-Palmitoylation by ZDHHC13 in Mitochondrial function and Metabolism in Liver
ZDHHC13 is important for normal liver function and metabolism, affecting mitochondrial activity.
research Transcriptome Meta-Analysis Confirms the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Pathogenic Triad: Upregulated Inflammation, Altered Epithelial Organization, and Dysregulated Metabolic Signaling
The research confirms that Hidradenitis Suppurativa is characterized by increased inflammation, disrupted skin cell organization, and abnormal metabolic processes.
research Adrenal Disorders and the Paediatric Brain: Pathophysiological Considerations and Clinical Implications
Adrenal disorders can cause lasting brain and behavior issues in children.
research Metabolism and skin diseases
Skin health and diseases are closely linked to metabolic processes.
research SCALP HAIR CHARACTERISTICS IN THE NEWBORN INFANT
Assessing newborn scalp hair can reveal important health information.
research Reproductive dysfunction in women with epilepsy: recommendations for evaluation and management
Women with epilepsy should be monitored for reproductive issues, which can be caused by epilepsy or its treatments, especially when using valproate.
research How to diagnose a lipodystrophy syndrome
The document concludes that recognizing and properly diagnosing lipodystrophy syndromes is crucial for effective management and treatment.
research Metabolic Syndrome and Skin Diseases
Metabolic Syndrome is linked to several skin conditions, and stem cell therapy might help treat them.
research Menkes Syndrome Presenting as Myoclonic Seizures: Neuroimaging and EEG Observations
An 11-month-old boy with Menkes disease had severe brain shrinkage and abnormal blood vessels, and didn't respond well to treatment.
research The role of aquaporins in polycystic ovary syndrome – A way towards a novel drug target in PCOS
Aquaporins could be new drug targets for treating polycystic ovary syndrome.
research The role of glucose metabolism in wound healing: an overview
Glucose metabolism is crucial for wound healing but can delay healing in chronic wounds due to increased stress and inflammation.
research Transcranial photobiomodulation for brain diseases: review of animal and human studies including mechanisms and emerging trends
Light therapy on the brain shows promise for treating brain diseases and improving brain function.
research Riboflavin-responsive glutaryl CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
Taking riboflavin and eating less lysine can help some people with a specific genetic disorder avoid brain damage.
research Sindrom Fahr: Kalsifikasi Intraserebral Patologis
Fahr syndrome causes brain calcification and is managed by treating symptoms and underlying issues.
research Neuroendocrine, Neurotransmitter, and Gut Microbiota Imbalance Contributing to Potential Psychiatric Disorder Prevalence in PCOS
PCOS may increase the risk of mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
research Relationship between androgenic alopecia and white matter hyperintensities in apparently healthy subjects
Hair loss can indicate brain aging and potential small vessel disease, but more research is needed to understand the clinical impact.