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March 2019 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Rothmund-Thomson syndrome type 2 can cause chronic, poorly healing wounds.
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February 2020 in “The journal of gene medicine” A mutation in the HR gene causes a rare form of irreversible hair loss in two Kashmiri families. Whole exome sequencing is effective for finding such mutations.
August 2020 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Normal cells outcompete and remove mutant cells in the pancreas with the help of the EphA2 receptor.
April 2024 in “BMB Reports” Lack of Cisd2 disrupts calcium balance in cells, leading to poorly functioning neutrophils.
Mutations in specific genes cause different types of ectodermal dysplasias.
Spiny keratoderma is a rare skin condition with small spines on palms and soles, possibly linked to abnormal hair formation.
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January 2023 in “Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology” Recognizing CVG can help diagnose systemic amyloidosis early.
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August 2016 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Nilotinib can cause skin issues like red bumps and hair loss.
October 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Ultraviolet techniques help identify Grover’s Disease, which may be underdiagnosed in young people and females.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A woman with a skin disorder was found to have hepatitis C, which may be linked, and was safely treated with methotrexate.
June 2025 in “Academic Medical Journal” High homocysteine levels in lupus may increase inflammation and cardiovascular risk.
May 2012 in “Research and reports in neonatology” The newborn with Klippel-Trénaunay syndrome was healthy but needed regular check-ups for possible complications.
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December 2017 in “Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases” A new mutation in the ST14 gene broadens the understanding of ichthyosis-hypotrichosis syndrome.
March 2003 in “中華皮膚科醫學雜誌” Trichothiodystrophy causes unusual hair and developmental issues.
August 2025 in “Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases” SLE is likely one disease with various symptoms, not multiple distinct diseases.
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April 1994 in “Baillière's clinical endocrinology and metabolism” Some people have genetic mutations that make them resistant to vitamin D, leading to rickets even with enough vitamin D intake.
January 2024 in “JAAD case reports” MSUD patients need careful monitoring of amino acids and zinc to prevent severe symptoms.
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November 2018 in “Genetics in medicine” Lack of cystatin M/E causes thin hair and dry skin.
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January 2010 in “Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism” A new gene mutation causes vitamin D resistance and hair loss in two unrelated girls.
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May 2020 in “Cureus” A new genetic mutation causing Werner's syndrome was found in an Indian man.
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January 2021 in “American Journal of Case Reports” A 13-year-old boy with a rare genetic condition survived a heart attack and improved with treatment.
January 2026 in “Cosmoderma” A 9-year-old girl has a rare hair disorder causing beaded, sparse hair.
Early diagnosis and treatment of hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets (HVDRR) are crucial to prevent growth issues and other health problems.
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December 1987 in “Archives of Dermatology” Two enzyme defects in biotin metabolism cause severe skin, hair, and metabolic issues.
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September 2021 in “Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine” Early diagnosis of Keratosis pilaris atrophicans faciei can lead to better, personalized treatments.
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October 2018 in “Journal of pathology” Keratin 17 is linked to various diseases, including cancer and skin conditions, and may be a target for diagnosis and treatment.
December 2021 in “Molecular genetics and genomics” Cats with abnormal hair had DSG4 gene changes causing hair problems.