research A Variable Monilethrix Phenotype Associated With a Novel Mutation, Glu402Lys, in the Helix Termination Motif of the Type II Hair Keratin hHb1
A new mutation, Glu402Lys, in hair keratin is linked to variable symptoms of monilethrix.
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300-330 / 1000+ resultsresearch Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Presenting with Irregular Patchy Alopecia on the Lateral and Posterior Scalp
The report found a new type of hair loss in African-American women that affects more areas of the scalp than previously thought.
research Nail involvement in frontal fibrosing alopecia
Frontal fibrosing alopecia may affect nails and could be a type of lichen planus, treatable with certain medications.
research Morphologic and immunologic characterization of a canine isthmus mural folliculitis resembling pseudopelade of humans
Dogs have a skin condition like human pseudopelade, causing hair loss that doesn't improve with treatment.
research Viewpoint 6
Nicotine from smoking may worsen hidradenitis suppurativa by affecting immune function and promoting inflammation.
research A case of congenital pili multigemini
A rare, harmless hair condition was found in an infant's eyebrow, needing no treatment.
research An Integrated Approach of Management of Androgenic Alopecia with Homeopathic and Stem Cell Intervention- A Case Report
Combining homeopathy and supportive therapies improved hair growth and confidence in a 37-year-old man with hair loss.
research BH15 Nonsyndromic hypotrichosis: a rare case of congenital hypotrichosis 15 and management with minoxidil
Topical minoxidil may help improve hair growth in rare congenital hypotrichosis.
research Nevus Sebaceous
Nevus sebaceous is identified by unique skin changes, including thickened skin, fewer hair follicles, and many sebaceous glands.
research Widespread and eruptive comedonal lesions with alopecia
A man with skin and hair symptoms improved partially with specific treatment.
research Mutations in γ-secretase subunit–encoding PSENEN underlie Dowling-Degos disease associated with acne inversa
PSENEN gene mutations can cause both Dowling-Degos disease and acne inversa.
research Report from the Cicatricial Alopecia Colloquium
More research is needed to understand and treat cicatricial alopecias.
research Comorbidities and Treatment Options for Acne Keloidalis Nuchae
AKN is a chronic scalp condition in African-descended males, treated with topicals, antibiotics, steroids, and sometimes surgery or laser.
research Asebia-2J (Scd1ab2J): A New Allele and a Model for Scarring Alopecia
The absence of functional sebaceous glands causes hair follicle destruction and scarring alopecia.
research Hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) activator expressed in hair follicles is involved in in vitro HGF-dependent hair follicle elongation
HGF activator helps convert HGF to its active form, promoting hair growth.
research Therapeutic effects of stem cells in different body systems, a novel method that is yet to gain trust: A comprehensive review
Stem cell therapy is promising for treating various health conditions, but more research is needed to understand its full potential and address challenges.
research Nodular-cystic eruption in course of sorafenib administration for hepatocarcinoma: An unconventional skin reaction requiring unconventional treatment
Photodynamic therapy improved skin issues from sorafenib when other treatments failed.
research Methodologies to Evaluate the Hair Follicle-Targeted Drug Delivery Provided by Nanoparticles
Nanoparticle-based drug delivery to hair follicles is more effective when tested under conditions that match skin behavior.
research A Novel Treatment of Acne Vulgaris Using a 1927 nm Fractional Thulium Laser: A Case Series
The 1927 nm fractional thulium laser effectively treats acne by targeting and improving affected skin areas.
research Alopecia Secondary to Hyaluronic Acid Injection: A Case Report and Literature Review
Hyaluronic acid injections can cause temporary hair loss, but hair can regrow with early treatment.
research Comprehensive Review on Hair Loss and Restorative Techniques: Advances in Diagnostic, Artistry, and Surgical Innovation
Advancements in diagnostics, treatments, and technology have improved hair loss detection and restoration, with some types being reversible.
research Saponins of Paris polyphylla for the Improvement of Acne: Anti-Inflammatory, Antibacterial, Antioxidant and Immunomodulatory Effects
Paris polyphylla saponins may effectively treat acne due to their antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
research Trichoscopic Differentiation in Alopecia: Retrospective Case Series Comparing Lichen Planopilaris, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus, and Alopecia Areata
Exclamation-mark hairs and yellow dots indicate alopecia areata, while follicular ostia loss and white scarring indicate lichen planopilaris and discoid lupus erythematosus.
research Plasticity and Cytokinetic Dynamics of the Hair Follicle Mesenchyme: Implications for Hair Growth Control
Hair growth is influenced by dynamic changes in hair follicle cells, which could help treat hair loss.
research An Autosomal Recessive Form of Monilethrix Is Caused by Mutations in DSG4: Clinical Overlap with Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis
Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause a severe form of brittle hair and skin issues.
research Epidermal Stem Cells do not Communicate Through Gap Junctions
Epidermal stem cells don't use gap junctions to communicate.
research Hair follicle targeting with curcumin nanocrystals: Influence of the formulation properties on the penetration efficacy
Curcumin nanocrystals in simple gels effectively penetrate hair follicles, but humectants can reduce this efficacy.
research Relation of Skin Polyamines to the Hairless Phenotype in Transgenic Mice Overexpressing Spermidine/Spermine N1-Acetyltransferase
Excessive putrescine causes hair loss in transgenic mice by disrupting hair follicle development.
research Monilethrix: A Novel Mutation (Glu402Lys) in the Helix Termination Motif and the First Causative Mutation (Asn114Asp) in the Helix Initiation Motif of the Type II Hair Keratin hHb6
New mutations in hair keratin genes cause the rare hair disorder monilethrix.
research What causes acne inversa (or hidradenitis suppurativa)? – the debate continues
The exact cause of hidradenitis suppurativa is still unknown.