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research Iron Screening in Alopecia Areata Patients May Catch Hereditary Hemochromatosis Early
Screening for iron levels in patients with hair loss may help find a genetic iron overload condition early.
research Trichodystrophies: A hair-raising differential diagnosis
The guide helps doctors diagnose hair problems by suggesting a thorough patient history, physical exams, and various diagnostic tools.
research Hereditary vitamin D rickets: a case series in a family
Three siblings with a genetic form of rickets showed different symptoms of the disease.
research Whole-genome SNP genotyping mapped a novel locus for hereditary hypotrichosis on chromosome 2q31.1–q32.2
Researchers found a new area on chromosome 2 linked to a genetic hair loss condition.
research APCDD1 is a novel Wnt inhibitor mutated in hereditary hypotrichosis simplex
A gene called APCDD1, which controls hair growth, is found to be faulty in a type of hair loss called hereditary hypotrichosis simplex.
research Diseases of the skin. Treatment of scalp disorders.
The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
research A KRT71 Loss-of-Function Variant Results in Inner Root Sheath Dysplasia and Recessive Congenital Hypotrichosis of Hereford Cattle
A specific genetic change in the KRT71 gene causes a hair loss condition in Hereford cattle.
research Alopecia in children
Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions and is easy to diagnose, but rare types require careful evaluation.
research Clinicopathologic and trichoscopic features of keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans: A case series study
The study concluded that key signs of Keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans are changes in terminal hair and vellus hair follicles, which likely start the inflammation and damage to hair follicles.
research A rare hair loss in children: Monilethrix
Monilethrix is a rare, inherited condition causing fragile hair and hair loss, with no cure but some treatments may help.
research Alopecia areata: recognition, diagnosis and management
Alopecia areata causes patchy hair loss due to the immune system attacking hair follicles.
research Eyebrow reconstruction in dormant keratosis pilaris atrophicans
Eyebrow reconstruction using hair follicle grafts was successful in a man with a benign hereditary disorder affecting his eyebrows.
research Hair: more than just an appendage
A boy and his father with hereditary hypotrichosis simplex were treated for hair loss, but the treatment result is unknown.
research Clinical report of a Holstein's calf with ichthyosis.
A Holstein calf in Iran with a severe genetic skin disorder was euthanized due to incurable symptoms.
research Marie Unna hereditary hypotrichosis caused by a novel mutation in the human hairless transcript
A new mutation in the HR gene causes hair loss in a specific family.
research Androgеnеtic Alopеcia Pathogеnеsis, Diagnosis, and Trеatmеnt
Early intervention and continuous treatment are key for managing hereditary hair loss effectively.
research Androgenetic alopecia updates: Pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment
New treatments are being explored to slow or reverse hereditary hair loss.
research Current advances in stem cell-based therapies for hair regeneration
Stem cell therapies show promise for hair regrowth but face production and application challenges.
research Addressing Androgenetic Alopecia-A Complex Disorder-with a Multilateral Treatment Strategy
Treating hair loss effectively may require a multi-sided approach, using different treatments together, and topical treatments could be more effective and safer than oral ones.
research Value of dermoscopy for the diagnosis of monilethrix
Dermoscopy helped diagnose a rare hair disorder in a 2-year-old boy.
research A Very Unusual Cause of Diarrhea in a 60-Year-Old Man
The man's diarrhea was caused by a rare disorder called Cronkhite-Canada syndrome, which improved with specific medications.
research A Forty-Two-Year-Old Male with Multiple Gastrointestinal Polyps, Cutaneous Manifestations, and Nail Dystrophy
The man was diagnosed with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome, a rare disorder with GI polyps, skin issues, hair loss, and nail problems.
research News in brief
Scientists found key proteins and genes that affect skin and hair health, and identified potential new treatments for hair loss, skin disorders, and wound healing.
research Moniletrix of the scalp from almost normal aspect to total alopecia: variable intrafamilial expressiveness
Monilethrix causes different levels of hair loss in family members.
research Keratosis pilaris atrophicans faciei: An observational, descriptive, retrospective clinical study
Early diagnosis of Keratosis pilaris atrophicans faciei can lead to better, personalized treatments.
research Autosomal recessive monilethrix: Novel variants of the DSG4 gene in three Chinese families
New gene variants linked to a rare inherited hair loss disorder were found in three Chinese families.
research Beta thalassemia revealing hypothyroidism: A case report
Frequent blood transfusions in beta thalassemia patients can lead to thyroid problems.
research Beta thalassemia revealing hypothyroidism: A case report
Frequent blood transfusions in beta thalassemia can lead to thyroid problems.
research Bi-allelic Mutations in LSS, Encoding Lanosterol Synthase, Cause Autosomal-Recessive Hypotrichosis Simplex
Mutations in the LSS gene cause a rare type of hereditary hair loss.