Hairless mammals evolved quickly in both gene and non-gene areas related to skin and hair.
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
August 2020 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Clouston's syndrome is a rare disorder affecting nails, hair, teeth, and skin, caused by a gene mutation, and currently has no treatment, only supportive care.
June 2019 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Alopecia in patients with epidermolysis bullosa varies in severity and is often caused by skin blistering or trauma.
March 2019 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Rothmund-Thomson syndrome type 2 can cause chronic, poorly healing wounds.
May 2018 in “European Journal of Dermatology” The first Japanese family with Marie Unna hereditary hypotrichosis showed hair condition improvement in a child and highlighted the risk of misdiagnosis.
January 2018 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” A child with Olmsted syndrome showed mild improvement in hair and skin issues with treatment.
Controlling Tslp can improve health in AEC syndrome patients.
May 2015 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Researchers found a new area on chromosome 2 linked to a genetic hair loss condition.
September 2013 in “Molecular Biology” The document suggests that activating autophagy might help with regeneration by removing old and damaged cells.
January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” A new mutation in the TRPS1 gene was found in a Ukrainian girl with Trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type I.
April 2012 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” No effective treatment exists to stimulate hair growth in atrichia with papular lesions.
July 2010 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Scientists found gene mutations that affect hair loss, skin stem cells, and skin disorders, and identified drugs that may help treat blood vessel and skin conditions.
February 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Umbilical cord blood transplantation improved the boy's symptoms despite complications.
Matriptase-2 helps control iron levels by suppressing hepcidin, and its deficiency can cause iron-deficiency anemia.
September 2008 in “Pediatric Rheumatology” Two children with lysinuric protein intolerance showed symptoms similar to lupus.
October 2007 in “Clinical Biochemistry” New genotype linked to non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia found in Italian siblings.
December 2021 in “Turkderm” The COVID-19 pandemic led to fewer dermatology patients, more stress-related skin conditions during the crisis, and a rise in contact dermatitis after, with ongoing concerns for public health and treatment delays.
January 2018 in “International Journal of Web Based Communities” People make 'bro-science' baldness treatment videos on YouTube to share experiences, communicate product benefits, and create a community.
November 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” Some generic finasteride may be counterfeit, leading to less effectiveness and increased hair loss.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” cp-asiAR may effectively treat hair loss by targeting androgen receptors.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair pattern in androgenetic alopecia overlaps with scalp and bone demarcations, with distinct gene profiles affecting susceptibility.
Certain genetic markers on chromosome 20 are linked to hair loss in the Han Chinese from Yunnan.
Lightly perming scalp hair can lead to new hair growth, potentially treating baldness.
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January 2013 Glucosylceramides are essential for healthy skin and proper wound healing.
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January 2017 in “Intestinal Research” Genotyping for NUDT15 p.Arg139Cys can help predict thiopurine side effects in Japanese IBD patients.
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April 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Genetic and environmental factors, like smoking and exercise, affect male hair loss.
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November 2015 in “Journal of anesthesia” A woman permanently lost hair on her scalp after a long surgery.
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May 2010 in “Nursing Standard” Treatments for autoimmune hair loss have limited success and often relapse, and emotional support is crucial for those affected.
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February 2014 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss, influenced by genetics, environment, and possibly improved by anti-MIF therapy, with many patients experiencing regrowth within a year.