research Hair Anomalies in a 6-Year-Old Girl
A 6-year-old girl was diagnosed with a rare hair disorder called monilethrix.
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research Commentary on: Hairless and the polyamine putrescine form a negative regulatory loop in the epidermis
The commentary explains that a balance of HR protein and putrescine is important for normal hair growth.
research A unique insertion/duplication in the VDR gene that truncates the VDR causing hereditary 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D-resistant rickets without alopecia
A unique gene mutation causes vitamin D-resistant rickets without causing hair loss.
research Frontal fibrosing alopecia associated with lichen planus pigmentosum
research Netherton Syndrome in a 9-Month-Old Child: Unraveling a Complex Dermatologic Disorder
Early diagnosis and comprehensive management improve life quality for Netherton syndrome patients.
research Deficiency in Nucleotide Excision Repair Family Gene Activity, Especially ERCC3, Is Associated with Non-Pigmented Hair Fiber Growth
Low ERCC3 gene activity is linked to non-pigmented hair growth.
research Monilethrix with Acitretin
Acitretin improved monilethrix symptoms temporarily, but they returned after stopping treatment.
research A homozygous single T deletion found in the GGCX gene with PXE-like phenotypes
A gene mutation worsens skin irritation in mice due to a lack of certain fats.
research CYP21A2 Mutations in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Mutations in the CYP21A2 gene are not a major factor in causing PCOS.
research Mutation in 5′ upstream region of GCH I gene causes familial dopa-responsive dystonia
A specific gene mutation is linked to a hereditary form of dystonia that responds well to certain medications.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome: a dermatologic approach
Early treatment of PCOS is crucial for better health and quality of life.
research Hereditary 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D Resistant Rickets due to a Mutation Causing Multiple Defects in Vitamin D Receptor Function
A specific gene mutation causes vitamin D resistance, but certain vitamin D analogs might help.
research First case of V281+I172N/V281L CYP21A2 genotype associated with congenital adrenal hyperplasia form. A case report from South Italy
New genotype linked to non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia found in Italian siblings.
research Effects of antiandrogen therapy of cyproteron acetate on androgen effects on the skin including androgenetic alopecia in menopausal women – case report: 10 years follow up –
Cyproterone acetate therapy improved hair loss and reduced testosterone levels in a menopausal woman.
research Tyrosine kinase inhibition and grey hair
Imatinib can repigment grey hair, while SU11428 can cause temporary hair depigmentation.
research Stratum-Specific Expression of Human Transferrin Receptor Increases Iron in Mouse Epidermis
Transferrin receptor expression increases iron in mouse skin cells without causing damage.
research A case of treatment-resistant erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp
Combination therapy may be more effective for difficult-to-treat scalp conditions.
research Development of a mouse model for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome reveal defects in adult stem cell maintenance
The mouse model showed defects in adult stem cell maintenance related to Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome.
research Acrodermatitis enteropathica in an adult.
The woman's skin and health issues were due to a severe zinc deficiency.
research The human promyelocytic leukemia protein is a tumor suppressor for murine skin carcinogenesis
The PML protein helps prevent skin cancer in mice.
research Lichen Planus Pigmentosus in North Africa: A Series of 17 Cases
Lichen planus pigmentosus is hard to treat and may be more common in North Africa than previously thought.
research 420 Severe thiopurine-induced myelotoxicity and hair loss in Japanese patients with NUDT15 gene variant: A retrospective case-control study
Screening for the NUDT15 gene variant can prevent severe side effects from thiopurine drugs in East-Asian people.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia During Treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C: A Case Report
Hepatitis C treatment may cause frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Dermoscopy: A rapid bedside tool to assess monilethrix
Dermoscopy quickly and accurately diagnosed a rare hair disorder in a 12-year-old girl.
research Ultraviolet Light-Induced Leukoderma of the Scalp Associated with Androgenetic Alopecia: Senescent Actinic Depigmentation of the Scalp
UV light causes skin color loss in bald areas; wear a cap and use sunscreen.
research Clinical Efficacy of Diphenylcyclopropenone in Alopecia Areata: Retrospective Data Analysis of 50 Patients
Diphenylcyclopropenone (DPCP) can help regrow hair in many alopecia areata patients but may cause side effects and relapses.
research Use of pegvaliase in the management of phenylketonuria: Case series of early experience in US clinics
Pegvaliase effectively reduces blood phenylalanine levels in most PKU patients, but requires personalized plans and good communication to manage side effects.
research Evaluation of E- cadherin and Hydrogen Peroxide in Skin of Patients with Vitiligo
Vitiligo patients have higher hydrogen peroxide levels and lower E-cadherin, affecting skin cell adhesion and pigmentation.
research Biomarker of Oxidative Stress in Premature Hair Graying at Young Age
People with premature hair graying have an imbalance between harmful and protective molecules in their body, hinting that antioxidants might help.
research Ultrastructural aspect of the keratinolytic activity of piedra.
Piedraia hortae fungi dissolve both the outer and inner layers of hair.