research Evidence for murine cutaneous immune surveillance localized to hair follicle epithelium
Hair follicles in mice help detect and respond to germs.
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570-600 / 1000+ results research The crosstalk between PTEN ‐induced kinase 1‐mediated mitophagy and the inflammasome in the pathogenesis of alopecia areata
Targeting mitophagy may help treat alopecia areata by reducing inflammasome activation.
research 1379 Cell of origin contributes to the melanoma diversity
Different types of stem cells in the skin contribute to the variety of melanoma forms.
research Tinea Capitis: Trends in Spain
Scalp fungus infections in Spain are a health concern, with changing causes and a need for better treatment and prevention.
research From Misdiagnosis to Targeted Therapy: A Case Report of Folliculitis Decalvans and Lichen Planopilaris Phenotypic Spectrum
Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment of similar hair loss conditions.
research Morphological, molecular and histopathological identification of Sarcoptes scabieiinfection in a goat herd at Goa, India
Sarcoptes scabiei caused mange in Goa goats, but they fully recovered with treatment.
research P07 Pityriasis amiantacea: a unique presentation of psoriasis associated with tumour necrosis factor-α inhibitor therapy
A woman's rare scalp condition worsened after using a specific arthritis medication, suggesting such medications can sometimes trigger or aggravate psoriasis.
research 1433 Epithelially derived, mitochondrial MPZL3 negatively regulates murine and human hair follicle cycling
A protein called MPZL3 in mitochondria slows down hair growth and could be a target for treating hair growth disorders.
research MicroRNA-1246 Inhibits NFATc1 Phosphorylation and Regulates T Helper 17 Cell Activation in the Pathogenesis of Severe Alopecia Areata
A substance called miR-1246 may help treat severe hair loss by reducing certain immune cell activities.
research P5 Assembly of hair keratins in thansfected cultured cells
research Localization of the rabies virus antigen in Merkel cells in the follicle-sinus complexes of muzzle skins of rabid dogs
Rabies virus was found in specific skin cells of rabid dogs' muzzles, suggesting these cells could help diagnose rabies.
research Novel insights into the pathways regulating the canine hair cycle and their deregulation in alopecia X
The study concluded that similar pathways regulate hair growth in dogs and mice, and these pathways are disrupted in dogs with Alopecia X, affecting stem cells and hormone metabolism.
research 0652 The emerging fungal pathogen Candida auris induces IFNγ to colonize mammalian hair follicles
Candida auris uses the immune response to colonize hair follicles.
research Demodex
Following a specific clinical sequence can help diagnose and treat Demodex mites in the eyes.
research Immediate and residual antifungal activity of compounds used for whole body and adjuvant topical therapy against Microsporum canis: an in vitro study
Enilconazole and lime sulfur work well for whole body treatment, while other products need frequent application for effective antifungal action.
research Inflammatory Tinea Capitis: Non-healing Plaque on the Occiput of a 4-year-old Child
Tinea capitis can cause scalp issues in children and should be considered in similar cases; treatment with griseofulvin and selenium sulfide is effective.
research Nevus Sebaceus With Novel HRAS Sequence Variant Mutation Misdiagnosed as Alopecia Areata
A 12-year-old girl was misdiagnosed with alopecia areata but actually had a nevus sebaceus with a genetic mutation.
research Multiple Scaly Patches on the Scalp
Itraconazole is effective for treating scalp ringworm, and a Wood's lamp is a useful diagnostic tool.
research Cyclic Alopecia and Abnormal Epidermal Cornification in Zdhhc13 -Deficient Mice Reveal the Importance of Palmitoylation in Hair and Skin Differentiation
The enzyme DHHC13 is essential for healthy hair and skin, and its deficiency leads to hair loss and skin problems.
research 331 Mitochondrial stress contributes to atopic dermatitis
Mitochondrial stress can lead to atopic dermatitis.
research Tineas—Superficial Dermatophyte Infections
Scalp fungal infections need oral antifungals, while other skin fungal infections can be treated with creams; keep areas dry and don't stop treatment early.
research Lymphocytes, neuropeptides, and genes involved in alopecia areata
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease where T cells attack hair follicles.
research Follicular mucinosis in association with Sezary syndrome
A patient with Sézary syndrome showed improvement after treatment and the study suggested follicular mucinosis might indicate future lymphoma risk.
research Novel D323G mutation of DSG 4 gene in a girl with localized autosomal recessive hypotrichosis clinically overlapped with monilethrix
A new DSG4 gene mutation causes hair defects in a young girl.
research Sebaceous adenitis in a cat.
A cat with sebaceous adenitis improved after treatment with shampoo, ciclosporin, and fatty acids.
research Monilethrix
A three-year-old girl has hair loss despite treatment with selenium sulfide shampoo and anti-fungal medication.
research Non-Albicans Yeast Scalp Infection in a 6-Year-Old Boy: A Case Report of Candida Parapsilosis and Antifungal Susceptibility Testing
Ketoconazole effectively treated a scalp infection in a 6-year-old boy, leading to full recovery.
research High throughput T cell receptor sequencing identifies clonally expanded CD8+ T cell populations in Alopecia Areata
Expanded CD8+ T cells are linked to Alopecia Areata and may cause relapse after treatment.
research Miscellaneous Skin Diseases
Sebaceous adenitis affects mainly young to middle-aged dogs and can be managed with topical treatments and essential fatty acids.
research Answer to April 2014 Photo Quiz
Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.