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November 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A common mutation in the hHb6 gene is linked to monilethrix, but other factors may also play a role.
2 citations
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September 2021 in “Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases” People with hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia are more likely to experience long-term fatigue and hair loss after COVID-19.
April 2024 in “African Journal of Biological Sciences” The treatment led to significant hair regrowth in a lupus patient.
April 2022 in “PANACEA JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES” People with both obvious and not-so-obvious underactive thyroid issues often have higher levels of the hormone prolactin.
21 citations
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January 2008 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” 5 citations
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March 2021 in “F1000Research” A specific gene variation increases the risk of high uric acid and cholesterol in young Mexican males.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Hair cortisol measurement can help diagnose and monitor Cushing’s disease.
21 citations
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March 2003 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Mutations in the hHb6 gene cause the hair disorder monilethrix.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Loose anagen hair syndrome in children often resolves on its own.
1 citations
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December 2025 in “Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings” Leuprolide may better manage cholesterol and blood pressure in PCOS than spironolactone.
3 citations
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January 1988 in “PubMed” High prolactin levels can cause skin and hair symptoms similar to those caused by hormone imbalances.
84 citations
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April 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Loose anagen hair syndrome may be caused by keratin gene mutations.
15 citations
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October 2010 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Women with AGA have higher lipid levels, increasing heart disease risk.
October 2023 in “BMJ Case Reports” Thyroid hormone therapy effectively treated the man's rare muscle and heart issues.
Farudodstat can prevent hair follicle immune damage linked to alopecia areata.
5 citations
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October 2012 in “Veterinary Pathology” A Doberman Pinscher had a rare form of autoimmune disease causing hair loss and other severe symptoms.
45 citations
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June 2008 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis” The method effectively identifies banned substances in hair loss and skin disease cosmetics.
January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for children with Trichothiodystrophy and hidden learning disorders.
Researchers found a genetic link for hereditary hair loss but need more analysis to identify the exact gene.
August 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” People with certain skin disorders are more likely to have alcohol problems, especially if they also have mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
5 citations
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January 1998 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Myotonic dystrophy should be considered in patients with hair thinning, and genetic counseling is important.
September 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Certain gene mutations in Japanese people are linked to different types of hair loss, with some causing mild hair thinning and others leading to complete baldness.
15 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral minoxidil can increase or maintain hair thickness in most people with lichen planopilaris, with mild side effects.
5 citations
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May 2014 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Mutations in the desmoplakin gene can cause hair problems and deadly heart disease.
5 citations
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November 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Wnt/β-catenin signaling is important for keeping skin cell attachment structures stable.
April 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” HDAC inhibitors, like Vorinostat and Entinostat, can help regrow hair in alopecia areata.
20 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” Different skin diseases show unique patterns of skin cell separation, cell death, and granular layer changes.
1 citations
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August 2015 in “PubMed” A woman with non-classic CAH had unusual heavy periods and high hormone levels, improved with treatment.
7 citations
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July 2021 in “JAAD case reports” Dupilumab may help treat alopecia areata in children with atopic dermatitis, but it can also cause new hair loss.
26 citations
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April 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” New mutations in the DSG4 gene cause a rare hair condition.