research Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome: from gene discovery to molecularly targeted therapies
New therapies for Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome are being developed based on understanding the FLCN gene's role.
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540-570 / 1000+ resultsresearch Multiple congenital smooth muscle hamartoma: A case report
Early and accurate diagnosis of congenital smooth muscle hamartomas is crucial to distinguish them from other conditions.
research Endocrine disorders in Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome: a systematic review of the literature
Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome often causes sexual development issues, hair loss, learning disabilities, deafness, muscle contractions, limb pain, and diabetes.
research Complete defect in PA-PLA1α secretion function leading to autosomal recessive woolly hair and hypotrichosis: insights from a novel compound heterozygous LIPH variant study in a Chinese pedigree
A new genetic variant in the LIPH gene causes hair growth issues in a Chinese patient.
research Expanding the Clinical and Mutational Spectrum of Recessive AEBP1-Related Classical-Like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
The study concludes that mutations in the AEBP1 gene can cause a form of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and should be considered in diagnosis.
research An Unusual Case of Diarrhea, Dysgeusia, and Grainy and Nodular Mucosa
A 78-year-old man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome improved significantly after treatment and remains symptom-free.
research Autosomal Ichthyosis with Hypotrichosis Syndrome Displays Low Matriptase Proteolytic Activity and Is Phenocopied in ST14 Hypomorphic Mice
Reduced matriptase activity causes skin and hair issues in both humans and mice.
research Precocious Puberty
Early puberty is more common in girls and African-American children, possibly due to nutrition, obesity, stress, and environmental factors, and is treated with hormone therapy.
research Dermatoscopy case of the month: Trichodysplasia spinulosa
A man with a weakened immune system was diagnosed with a rare skin condition called trichodysplasia spinulosa using skin examination techniques.
research Porokeratotic Eccrine Duct and Hair Follicle Nevus (PEHFN) Associated with Keratitis-Ichthyosis-Deafness (KID) Syndrome
A 15-year-old with KID syndrome developed a rare skin condition called PEHFN.
research Diagnostic dilemma: Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome versus incomplete Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome overlap mixed connective tissue disease
The case shows how hard it is to tell apart Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome from other similar autoimmune conditions, but correct diagnosis is key for treatment to work.
research Atrichia With Papular Lesions
The condition is likely inherited in an autosomal-dominant pattern.
research Progranulin, a secreted tumorigenesis and dementia-related factor, regulates mouse hair growth
Progranulin overexpression leads to shorter, thinner hair and increased cell death in mouse hair follicles.
research Photosensitive Trichothiodystrophy with Complex Cerebral Abnormalities
Trichothiodystrophy is a rare genetic disorder causing hair issues and sometimes linked to DNA repair defects.
research Comedonal and Cystic Fibrofolliculomas in Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome
Early detection of specific skin lesions can help identify Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome and prevent serious complications.
research Hereditary 1,25‐Dihydroxyvitamin D–Resistant Rickets Due to an Opal Mutation Causing Premature Termination of the Vitamin D Receptor
A specific gene mutation causes vitamin D-resistant rickets and hair loss.
research Atrichia with papular lesions in Syrian siblings exposing global diagnostic challenges in genetic alopecia: A rare case report
Atrichia with papular lesions causes irreversible hair loss from infancy and is often misdiagnosed.
research Mice with Alopecia, Osteoporosis, and Systemic Amyloidosis Due to Mutation in Zdhhc13, a Gene Coding for Palmitoyl Acyltransferase
A gene mutation in mice causes hair loss, weak bones, and protein buildup, showing how protein processing issues can lead to diseases.
research Novel Missense Mutation in the P-Box of Androgen Receptor in a Patient with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome
A new mutation linked to partial Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome and prostate cancer was found in a patient unhappy with their female gender assignment.
research Towards Defining the Pathogenesis of the Hairless Phenotype
The hairless gene mutation causes baldness by disrupting hair follicle structure.
research Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair Caused by LIPH Mutations: A Case Series of Six Chinese Patients
LIPH mutations cause woolly hair in some Chinese people.
research Alopecia universalis with IL-12-RB1 and STAT4 mutations effectively treated with upadacitinib
Upadacitinib successfully regrew hair in a child with alopecia universalis and specific genetic mutations.
research Diagnosis of childhood and adolescent growth hormone deficiency using transcriptomic data
Childhood growth hormone deficiency can be accurately diagnosed using gene expression data and random forest analysis.
research Novel mutations of the ABCA12, KRT1 and ST14 genes in three unrelated newborns showing congenital ichthyosis
New genetic mutations linked to rare skin disorders were found in three newborns.
research Large Intragenic KRT1 Deletion Underlying Atypical Autosomal Dominant Keratinopathic Ichthyosis
A rare genetic deletion in the KRT1 gene causes unique skin symptoms in a family.
research A new compound heterozygous frameshift mutation in the type II 3 beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (3 beta-HSD) gene causes salt-wasting 3 beta-HSD deficiency congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
A genetic mutation in a specific gene causes a salt-wasting condition in a Pakistani girl and her family.
research Cirmcumscribed juvenile pityriasis rubra pilaris in a 5-year-old-girl treated with topical keratolytic and steroid
A 5-year-old girl with a rare skin disorder was effectively treated with skin creams instead of oral medication.
research Severe Monilethrix Associated with Intractable Scalp Pruritus, Posterior Subcapsular Cataract, Brachiocephaly, and Distinct Facial Features: A New Variant of Monilethrix Syndrome?
A new severe form of monilethrix syndrome includes hair loss, scalp itching, cataracts, and distinct facial features.
research An Update of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.
research No evidence for THAP1/DYT6 variants as disease modifiers in DYT1 dystonia
THAP1 gene changes do not affect DYT1 dystonia; finasteride may help reduce tics and OCD in Tourette syndrome.