research The hairless gene mutated in congenital hair loss disorders encodes a novel nuclear receptor corepressor
The mutated hairless gene causes hair loss by acting as a new type of corepressor affecting thyroid hormone receptors.
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research Congenital hair loss disorders: Rare, but not too rare
Some hair loss disorders are caused by genetic mutations affecting hair growth.
research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders with Fragility—Part I
Some congenital hair disorders improve in childhood or with treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while others like Netherton syndrome and trichothiodystrophy have a poor prognosis.
research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders without Fragility—Part II
Some congenital hair disorders improve with age and can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, retinoids, supplements, and gentle hair care, but there's no cure.
research AN UPDATE OF HAIR SHAFT DISORDERS
Advances in genetics may lead to targeted treatments for hair disorders.
research Disorders of hair in children
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and understanding the type of hair disorder are crucial for treating hair loss in children.
research Trichoscopy in hair disorders in darker skin: An approach to diagnosis
Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders in people with darker skin.
research Polarized microscopy in genetic hair disorders: case series
Polarized microscopy helps identify hair irregularities in genetic disorders.
research Role of trichoscopy in diagnosis of different hair and scalp disorders in pediatrics
Trichoscopy is a useful, painless tool for diagnosing and monitoring children's hair and scalp issues.
research Hair loss disorders in domestic animals
The book explains causes, diagnosis, and treatments for hair loss in pets.
research Hair and nail disorders
Hair loss can have various causes and treatments vary in effectiveness.
research A polarizing light microscopy can be an easy and reliable diagnostic tool of congenital keratinizing disorders including Netherton syndrome
Polarizing light microscopy can easily and reliably diagnose congenital keratinizing disorders like Netherton syndrome.
research PATHOGENESIS OF GENETIC HUMAN HAIR DISORDERS
All major hair defects involve cuticle abnormalities.
research Hair biology and hair loss disorders: An update and new concepts
Recent discoveries have improved our understanding of hair loss, but challenges in treatment and knowledge among specialists still exist.
research Hair Disorders
Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.
research Cholesterol homeostasis: Links to hair follicle biology and hair disorders
Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.
research Hair and nail disorders of childhood
The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
research Methods of hair loss evaluation in patients with endocrine disorders.
The document concludes that most patients with endocrine disorders experience diffuse, non-scarring hair loss, with scarring hair loss being rare.
research Glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids in hair: facilitating accurate diagnosis of adrenal-related endocrine disorders
Hair analysis can help diagnose adrenal disorders non-invasively.
research Mutation detection of type II hair cortex keratin gene KRT86 in a Chinese Han family with congenital monilethrix
A specific gene mutation in KRT86 is linked to hair disorder in a Chinese Han family.
research Hair Loss in Children
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair loss in children is crucial due to limited treatment options and the condition's psychological impact.
research Hair follicles and their role in skin health
Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.
research Clinical relevance of hair microscopy in alopecia
Hair microscopy is useful for diagnosing certain hair loss conditions but has limitations and must be interpreted carefully.
research Novel small‐insertion mutation in the LIPH gene in a patient with autosomal recessive woolly hair/hypotrichosis
Researchers found a new mutation in the LIPH gene of a woman with a rare hair condition.
research Hair Loss in Children
The most common cause of hair loss in children is tinea capitis, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.
research The hair in childhood and old age
Hair growth issues can be linked to genetics, diseases, or medications, and new treatments are being developed.
research Woolly hair generalizado: caso clínico e revisão da literatura
Woolly hair is a rare genetic condition with no effective treatments.
research Congenital atrichia and hypotrichosis
The document emphasizes the importance of correctly identifying and classifying genetic hair disorders to help diagnose related health conditions.
research Hair loss.
Up to 50% of scalp hair can be lost before it appears thin, and treatment is only needed for hair loss caused by diseases or deficiencies.
research Molecular evolution of HR, a gene that regulates the postnatal cycle of the hair follicle
Changes in the HR gene have influenced hair growth and may lead to hair loss conditions in humans.