research Male-pattern baldness susceptibility locus at 20p11
Researchers found a new gene area linked to male-pattern baldness, which, along with another gene, significantly increases the risk of hair loss in men.
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150-180 / 1000+ results research Defects in Androgen Biosynthesis Causing 46,XY Disorders of Sexual Development
Genetic defects in androgen production are linked to male developmental disorders and are improving treatment understanding.
research Androgen receptor gene polymorphisms and risk for androgenetic alopecia: a meta-analysis
G allele of AR Stul polymorphism linked to higher hair loss risk, especially in white people.
research Prevalence and characteristics of polycystic ovary syndrome in Brazilian women: protocol for a nation-wide case–control study
PCOS is common in Brazilian women and linked to metabolic and reproductive issues.
research Alopecia in IL-10-deficient mouse pups is c-kit-dependent and can be triggered by iron deficiency
Hair loss in certain young mice is linked to a specific gene and can be caused by lack of iron.
research Androgen Receptor Polymorphism-Dependent Variation in Prostate-Specific Antigen Concentrations of European Men
Certain genetic variants in the androgen receptor are linked to higher PSA levels, potentially affecting prostate cancer screening outcomes.
research Association of Autoimmune Regulator Gene Rs2075876 Variant, but Not Gene Expression with Alopecia Areata in Males: A Case–control Study
The AIRE gene variant rs2075876 is linked to a higher risk of alopecia areata in males.
research KERATIN 17-related recessive atypical pachyonychia congenita with variable hair and tooth anomalies
A new type of pachyonychia congenita linked to a specific keratin gene mutation was found in two Pakistani families.
research Acne
Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.
research Investigating the relationship between the hair fiber proteome and hair quality
Hair quality is genetically determined and linked to its composition and strength.
research Vitiligo – Study In view of familial occurence
Vitiligo often runs in families and is linked to genetics and autoimmune factors.
research The systemic wrinkled skin phenotype involves aberrant expression and variation of genes related to the oxidative stress and extracellular matrix in Xiang pigs
Wrinkled skin in Xiang pigs is linked to gene changes related to oxidative stress and the extracellular matrix.
research Magnitude and contributing factors responsible for premature greying of hair: A cross-sectional study
Premature greying of hair in young adults is linked to genetics, lifestyle, and nutrient deficiencies.
research Alopecia Areata in Children
Alopecia areata in children is often linked to genetics, autoimmune issues, and stress, and is treated with corticoids or PUVA therapy.
research [Association of eight single nucleotide polymorphisms of chromosomes 20 and X with androgenetic alopecia among ethnic Han Chinese from Yunnan].
Certain genetic markers on chromosome 20 are linked to hair loss in the Han Chinese from Yunnan.
research A gene for pachyonychia congenita is closely linked to the keratin gene cluster on 17q12-q21.
Pachyonychia congenita is linked to a keratin gene on chromosome 17.
research Central hair loss in African American women: Incidence and potential risk factors
Some African American women's central scalp hair loss is linked to genetics and past fungal scalp infections, with more research needed on other causes.
research Analysis of hidradenitis suppurativa–linked mutations in four genes and the effects of PSEN1-P242LfsX11 on cytokine and chemokine expression in macrophages
The document concludes that certain mutations may contribute to the inflammation in hidradenitis suppurativa and suggests that targeting TNFα could be a treatment strategy.
research A New Clinical Variant of Hereditary Localized Alopecia: Report of a Chinese Family Mapped to Chromosome 2p25.1–2p23.2
A new type of hereditary hair loss in a Chinese family is linked to chromosome 2p25.1–2p23.2.
research BH28 Breaking the pattern: frontal fibrosing alopecia in men, a case series
Frontal fibrosing alopecia can occur in men and may be linked to immune triggers like vaccines.
research Overcoming genetic drivers in alopecia areata: hair regrowth in a patient with AIRE gene mutation (autoimmune polyendocrinopathy–candidiasis–ectodermal dystrophy, APECED syndrome) treated with ruxolitinib
Ruxolitinib helped a patient with alopecia areata regrow hair.
research Global Burden of Alopecia Areata and Associated Diseases: A Trend Analysis From 1990 to 2021.
Alopecia areata cases have increased globally, affecting mostly women aged 30-34, with links to other health issues.
research Prioritizing Susceptibility Genes for the Prognosis of Male-pattern Baldness with Transcriptome-wide Association Study
The research identified genes linked to male-pattern baldness and potential drug targets for treatment.
research ALX4-related frontonasal dysplasia sequence presenting with alopecia in a 12 year old girl
A 12-year-old girl's hair loss was linked to a rare genetic condition called ALX4-related frontonasal dysplasia.
research Ichthyosis Follicularis, Alopecia, and Photophobia Syndrome in a Saudi Child: A Case Report
An 8-year-old Saudi boy was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder causing hair loss, skin issues, and light sensitivity.
research Disorders of Keratinization
The chapter explains that there are many genetic skin disorders affecting skin cell formation, including both common and rare types.
research Genomewide Scan for Linkage Reveals Evidence of Several Susceptibility Loci for Alopecia Areata
Certain genes on chromosomes 6, 10, 16, and 18 may increase the risk of alopecia areata.
research THE PATTERN AND CLINICAL PROFILE OF ALOPECIA AREATA. PANORAMIC REVIEW: UPDATE AND ADVANCES ON ETIOPATHOGENESIS, ASSOCIATED FACTORS, DIAGNOSIS, COMPLICATIONS, MANAGEMENT AND PROGNOSIS IN TREATMENT 2023
Alopecia areata causes sudden hair loss, has genetic links, and can be managed but not cured.
research A Study of the androgen receptor gene polymorphism and the level of expression of the androgen receptor in androgenetic alopecia among Egyptians
The study suggests that a specific gene variation and higher gene activity are linked to increased baldness in Egyptian men.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia in the Adolescent Population: An Overview of Available Literature
CCCA affects adolescents too, with genetic and environmental links, requiring careful diagnosis.