research Isolated autosomal recessive woolly hair/hypotrichosis: genetics, pathogenesis and therapies
Topical minoxidil may help treat a rare genetic hair condition with no fully effective treatments yet.
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research Pseudoglucagonoma Syndrome Following Frey’s Surgery: A Case Report of a Rare Presentation
Improved nutrition quickly healed the patient's skin lesions.
research An unusual presentation of X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy
A man with X-ALD improved after treatment, highlighting the need to consider X-ALD in similar patients and test their relatives.
research Grahams Little Piccardi Lausseur Syndrome - A Rare Case Report with Review of Literature
Early diagnosis of GLPLS is crucial to prevent complications, but scarring alopecia is irreversible.
research Atypical necrobiosis lipoidica of the face
A 36-year-old man had unusual skin lesions on his face without hair loss.
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.
research Nevus Lipomatosus Superficialis With Dilated Hair Follicles
Accurate diagnosis of NLS with dilated hair follicles is crucial to distinguish it from other conditions.
research Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome: Two Case Reports and Review of the Literature
The document concludes that treatment improved skin lesions but not scalp hair loss in two patients with Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome.
research Exploring lncRNA-Mediated Mechanisms in Muscle Regulation and Their Implications for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
LncRNAs play a crucial role in muscle regulation and could help develop treatments for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
research Cellular Senescence and Aging in Myotonic Dystrophy
Myotonic Dystrophy may age cells faster, and drugs that target aging could be potential treatments.
research Metabolic syndrome and dermatological diseases: association and treatment
Metabolic syndrome is linked to skin diseases, requiring integrated treatment and monitoring.
research Autosomal recessive hereditary hypotrichosis simplex: A case report
A 21-month-old boy has a rare genetic disorder causing sparse hair due to an LSS gene mutation.
research Encephalocraniocutaneous lipomatosis: congenital alopecia treatment in a rare neurocutaneous syndrome
A girl with a rare syndrome had successful hair loss treatment with no relapse after 4 years.
research Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
Discoid Lupus Erythematosus often causes scarring hair loss, is influenced by genetics and environment, and requires early treatment to prevent worsening.
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 Lichen Planopilaris
Lichen planopilaris causes permanent hair loss and scarring due to damage to hair follicles and can be mistaken for other hair loss conditions.
research Avaliação de alterações estruturais envolvendo o surgimento de tecido adiposo em localizações anômalas e o deslocamento de glândulas crinas em três alopecias cicatriciais primárias linfocíticas
Adipose tissue and eccrine gland displacement are common in certain alopecias but don't help differentiate between them.
research Differentiating pulmonary lymphangioleiomyomatosis from pulmonary langerhans cell histiocytosis and Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome
Radiological findings help distinguish LAM, PLCH, and BHD to avoid invasive tests.
research Skin manifestations of Bardet–Biedl syndrome
Bardet-Biedl syndrome may include under-recognized skin problems related to its metabolic disturbances.
research Editors' Picks
Scientists found gene mutations that affect hair loss, skin stem cells, and skin disorders, and identified drugs that may help treat blood vessel and skin conditions.
research A 61-year-old Filipino man with lichen planus concomitant with cicatricial alopecia, mimicking discoid lupus erythematosus
A 61-year-old Filipino man had a skin condition that looked like another disease, making diagnosis difficult.
research 575 Senescent atrophic epidermis retains Lrig1+ stem cells and loses Wnt signaling, a phenotype shared with CD44KO mice
research Late presentation of myotonic dystrophy
Myotonic dystrophy should be considered in patients with hair thinning, and genetic counseling is important.
research Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome
If someone has scaly skin, muscle stiffness, and intellectual disability, doctors should consider Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome, but other conditions if more symptoms are present.
research 666 Sebaceous gland abnormalities in fatty acyl CoA reductase 2 (Far2) null mice result in follicular dystrophy and primary cicatricial alopecia
Mutations in Far2 mice cause hair loss due to sebaceous gland issues.
research Autosomal recessive hypotrichosis simplex with woolly hair: a report of a new family
Two siblings were found to have a genetic condition causing progressive hair loss and woolly hair, which may often be misdiagnosed.
research Cicatricial Alopecia Symposium 2011: Lipids, Inflammation and Stem Cells
The symposium concluded that a specific lipid might cause hair loss, inflammation is a key factor, and stem cells in bald scalps aren't working right, suggesting new treatment targets.
research 5175 A Rare Case of Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome
Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome is rare, linked to lupus, and hard to treat due to severe insulin resistance.
research Follicular dysplasia in two cows
Two cows had a rare hair disorder causing hair loss but were otherwise healthy.
research Canine alopecia X-Like disorder
The dog likely has a condition similar to Canine alopecia X.