research Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects
The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.
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450-480 / 1000+ results research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Underlie Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis with Monilethrix Hairs and Congenital Scalp Erosions
Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause specific hair and scalp issues.
research Bilateral nevus comedonicus of the eyelids: An unusual cause of ptosis and ectropion
A rare skin condition caused droopy and outward-turning eyelids in a patient.
research Monilethrix
A 12-year-old girl was diagnosed with monilethrix, a genetic condition causing fragile, beaded hair that breaks easily, with no effective treatment available.
research Diseases of Hair and Nails
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 LB965 Follicular trochanters: A potential mechanism for stem cell depletion in scarring alopecia
Hair follicle bumps with stem cells might contribute to permanent hair loss by getting disconnected due to scarring.
research Dermoscopic Approach to a Small Round to Oval Hairless Patch on the Scalp
Dermoscopic examination helps diagnose different types of hair loss conditions by showing specific patterns.
research Madarosis, milphosis, eyelash trichomegaly, and dermatochalasis
The document concludes that changes in eyelashes and eyelid skin can indicate various local and systemic diseases.
research Adult-onset porokeratotic eccrine ostial and dermal duct nevus:dermatoscopic findings and treatment with tazarotene
An adult with a rare skin condition improved with tazarotene treatment.
research A New Case of Isolated Trichothiodystrophy
A rare case of isolated trichothiodystrophy was identified, marked by brittle hair with low sulfur content.
research Nail Brace Application
research Mice Expressing a Mutant Krt75 (K6hf) Allele Develop Hair and Nail Defects Resembling Pachyonychia Congenita
research Localized Acquired Hypertrichosis Associated with the Application of a Splint
A 16-year-old boy's arm hair grew more after wearing a splint, but it returned to normal in 8 months.
research Teloptosis, a Turning Point in Hair Shedding Biorhythms
Teloptosis is a key point in hair loss that could help in creating prevention-focused hair care strategies.
research Trichorrhexis Nodosa After Hair Transplantation: Dermoscopic, Pathologic and Electron Microscopy Analyses
Hair transplant complications were likely due to deep graft placement and rough handling.
research Traumatic Alopecia (without Traction Alopecia)
Traumatic alopecia causes hair loss from pulling or rubbing, leading to broken hairs and changes in the scalp.
research Keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans: a family study of seven male cases and six female carriers.
The study found that males with KFSD had severe skin and eye symptoms, while female carriers had milder symptoms.
research A case report of verruca vulgaris on basis of alopecia areata successfully treated with diphenylcyclopropenone
Diphenylcyclopropenone (DPCP) effectively treated both alopecia areata and verruca vulgaris.
research Localized Donor Area Acute Telogen Effluvium following Follicular Unit Extraction: Key Trichoscopic Findings
Hair loss can occur in the area where hair was taken for a transplant.
research A Case to Tear One's Hair Out: Trichotillomania in Wilson's Disease
A patient with Wilson's disease showed hair-pulling behavior as an initial symptom.
research Nailing It
The document concludes that a new training model could improve dermatology residents' skills in nail procedures and lead to more nail cases being treated by dermatologists.
research Contents Vol. 2, 2016
The document discusses various nail and hair disorders and their treatments.
research Porokeratotic adnexal ostial naevus: review on the entity and therapeutic approach
Laser treatments are the most effective for porokeratotic adnexal ostial nevus.
research Hypotrichosis in a child with olmsted syndrome
A child with Olmsted syndrome showed mild improvement in hair and skin issues with treatment.
research [P233] A case of acquired trichorrhexis nodosa with iron deficiency anemia
Iron deficiency anemia can cause hair breakage.
research Coexpression of Keratins Characteristic of Skin and Hair Differentiation in Nail Cells
research Dedicator of Cytokinesis 5 Regulates Keratinocyte Function and Promotes Diabetic Wound Healing
Dock5 is important for skin healing and could help treat diabetic wounds.
research In vivo alteration of the keratin 17 gene in hair follicles by oligonucleotide‐directed gene targeting
Altering the keratin 17 gene in mice hair follicles caused temporary hair issues, but changes were minimal and short-lived.
research Pathologic Hairpulling, Skin Picking, and Nail Biting
Hairpulling, skin picking, and nail biting cause significant harm and need more research for better treatments.