November 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Clouston syndrome can lead to skin cancer, so monitoring is crucial.
January 2022 in “The Pan African medical journal” Hypertrichosis causes excessive hair growth and needs psychological support due to its impact on self-esteem.
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March 2004 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A woman with X-linked chronic granulomatous disease developed lupus-like skin lesions, improved with treatment, suggesting a unique skin condition in carriers.
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December 1982 in “Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology” Hair-shaft abnormalities can indicate neurological disorders, some of which are treatable.
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February 2021 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Imatinib can cause hair loss due to lichen planopilaris.
January 2024 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” A rare case links early-onset alopecia universalis and nephrotic syndrome, suggesting genetic immune issues.
January 2023 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A child with trichothiodystrophy also had autoimmune thyroiditis and anemia, which is a new finding.
September 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A new mutation in the STING protein causes a disease with lupus-like symptoms and responds well to a specific inhibitor treatment.
January 2025 in “International journal of research studies in biosciences” Mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress may play a role in Lichen Planopilaris.
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March 2016 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venerology” A six-year-old boy with excessive hair growth and other symptoms may have a genetic link on chromosome 17q, requiring regular medical follow-ups.
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Pseudopelade of Brocq is a unique hair loss condition, but its cause and development are still not fully understood.
August 2022 in “Journal of Comprehensive Pediatrics” A girl with a rare genetic disorder had a unique bone condition, highlighting the need for careful diagnosis and suggesting the disorder might be more common than thought.
Gender-specific analysis could improve treatment for childhood systemic lupus erythematosus.
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October 2008 in “European journal of endocrinology” Lower lipin 1β in belly fat is linked to insulin resistance in people with polycystic ovary syndrome.
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August 2019 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing lichen planopilaris and certain features may relate to disease duration, age, and gender.
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June 2025 in “Medicina” Early diagnosis using eye tests and lab markers can improve treatment for pediatric Sjögren's syndrome.
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June 2015 in “Pediatrics in Review” Graves' disease mainly causes hyperthyroidism in children, especially girls aged 10-14, with treatment options including medication, radioactive iodine, and surgery.
A rare skin condition in a 17-year-old was diagnosed late, stressing the need for careful evaluation and genetic testing.
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October 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lichen planus pigmentosus causes dark skin patches and is treated by avoiding triggers and using anti-inflammatory medications.
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May 1996 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood” Siblings with signs of virilization should be tested for non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia, which does not affect adult height but may impact fertility and well-being if untreated.
June 2025 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Low-dose Ritlecitinib may help children with stubborn Alopecia Areata.
February 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Uncombable hair syndrome causes dry, frizzy hair that can't be combed flat, seen in a young child.
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October 2007 in “Developmental biology” Clim proteins are essential for maintaining healthy corneas and hair follicles.
June 2025 in “Neurology India” June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Facial lichen planopilaris may be triggered by shaving and mustard oil, and early detection is crucial for better treatment outcomes.
February 2023 in “Cosmoderma” An infant with complete hair loss was diagnosed with a genetic disorder affecting hair growth.
May 2025 in “Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies” VHL disease can cause early paragangliomas, needing lifelong monitoring.
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May 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Skin lesions in Carney Complex are caused by a gene change in some skin cells that leads to increased pigmentation and may lead to tumors.
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September 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Seven patients were misdiagnosed with discoid lupus instead of lichen planopilaris due to similar symptoms, showing the need for careful diagnosis in scarring hair loss conditions.
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December 2014 in “The American journal of pathology” A gene deletion in mice causes weak protein, immune issues, hair loss, airway problems, and wasting disease.