research This month in JAAD Case Reports: October 2023—Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in Black men
CCCA affects Black men too, with a genetic link found in the PADI3 gene.
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450-480 / 1000+ resultsresearch A Small Deletion Hotspot in the Type II Keratin GenemK6irs1/Krt2-6gon Mouse Chromosome 15, a Candidate for Causing the Wavy Hair of the Caracul (Ca) Mutation
The mK6irs1/Krt2-6g gene likely causes wavy hair in mice.
research Mandibulofacial dysostosis with alopecia results from ETAR gain-of-function mutations via allosteric effects on ligand binding
Specific mutations in a receptor cause facial abnormalities and hair loss.
research Kartagener Syndrome With Ectodermal Anomalies in An Adolescent Female: A Case Report
A 17-year-old girl with Kartagener's syndrome also has unusual skin, hair, and nail issues.
research Frontal fibrosing alopecia
Frontal fibrosing alopecia causes hair loss at the front hairline, and no effective treatment exists.
research P142 – 3046: Encephalocraniocutaneous lipomatosis, a rare neurocutaneous disorder: Report of additional three cases
ECCL should be considered in patients with specific skin and eye lesions.
research Variant PADI3 in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Mutations in the PADI3 gene are linked to a higher risk of scarring hair loss in women of African descent.
research MIXED CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISEASE EVOLVING FROM THE SEQUENTIAL OVERLAP OF SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS, SJÖGREN’S SYNDROME, RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS AND DERMATOMYOSITIS: A FOLLOW-UP
Mixed Connective Tissue Disease can develop from overlapping symptoms of several autoimmune diseases, making diagnosis complex.
research Topical prostaglandin f2α analog induced poliosis
Using topical prostaglandin F2α for glaucoma may cause loss of eyelash or eyebrow pigment.
research Short-Term Topical Minoxidil Use Associated with Acute Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: A Case Report
Short-term use of topical minoxidil can cause eye issues, but stopping it can resolve the problem.
research Alopecia Areata Mimicking Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
A woman's hair loss was initially misdiagnosed as scarring hair loss but was actually a treatable autoimmune hair loss.
research Pilomatricoma in the Infraorbital Region
Pilomatricoma is a rare, harmless skin lump that needs accurate diagnosis and timely treatment.
research Cicatricial Alopecia Symposium 2011: Lipids, Inflammation and Stem Cells
The symposium concluded that a specific lipid might cause hair loss, inflammation is a key factor, and stem cells in bald scalps aren't working right, suggesting new treatment targets.
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 Clinical factors and hair care practices influencing outcomes in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Certain health conditions and hair care habits affect the treatment results for a scalp condition called Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia.
research Isolated eyebrow and eyelash trichotillomania mimicking alopecia areata
Some children and young adults with eyebrow and eyelash hair loss actually have a hair-pulling disorder, often with related psychological issues.
research The Impact of Androgenetic Alopecia on Ocular Health: An Investigation of Dry Eye and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: Cross-Sectional Study
Androgenetic alopecia may improve meibum quality in eyes.
research Localized Scleroderma morphea-like in a cat.
The cat's skin condition was resistant to treatment and did not improve.
research Generalized hair follicle hamartoma associated with alopecia and myasthenia gravis: report of a second case*
A possible link exists between hair follicle abnormalities, hair loss, and muscle weakness.
research Comma Hairs: A New Dermoscopic Marker for Tinea Capitis
Comma hairs are a new sign for identifying scalp fungal infections.
research Comorbid conditions in lichen planopilaris: A retrospective data analysis of 334 patients
Lichen planopilaris patients often have other health conditions too.
research Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome With Alopecia Universalis and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
A man with four autoimmune diseases suggests a new category for multiple autoimmune syndrome.
research Functionally enhanced placenta-derived mesenchymal stem cells inhibit adipogenesis in orbital fibroblasts with Graves’ ophthalmopathy
Enhanced stem cells from the placenta can reduce fat buildup in eye tissue for Graves' disease.
research Report from the Cicatricial Alopecia Colloquium
More research is needed to understand and treat cicatricial alopecias.
research Chronic delayed-type hypersensitivity reaction as a means to treat alopecia areata
SADBE treatment led to complete hair regrowth in mice with alopecia areata by altering immune cell movement.
research Odontogenic Keratocysts Arise from Quiescent Epithelial Rests and Are Associated with Deregulated Hedgehog Signaling in Mice and Humans
Odontogenic keratocysts are caused by abnormal Hedgehog signaling and can lead to tooth and bone issues.
research 42146 Concurrent improvement in scalp hair and eyebrow or eyelash regrowth in patients with severe alopecia areata treated with baricitinib
Baricitinib treatment can help regrow scalp hair and eyebrows or eyelashes in people with severe alopecia areata.
research Functionally enhanced placenta-derived mesenchymal stem cells inhibit adipogenesis in orbital fibroblasts with Graves’ ophthalmopathy
Enhanced stem cells can reduce fat buildup in eye tissue for Graves' disease.
research Parasitic Perifollicular Dermatitis in the Egyptian Lesser Blind Mole Rat (Spalax leucodon egyptiacus)
Ectoparasites cause skin issues in Egyptian lesser blind mole rats, affecting their population.
research Case report: Heterozygous mutation in HTRA1 causing typical cerebral autosomal recessive arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts and leukoencephalopathy
A heterozygous mutation in HTRA1 can cause severe CARASIL symptoms.