research Trichotillomania
Trichotillomania is a chronic hair-pulling disorder, more common in females, treated with therapy and sometimes medication.
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750-780 / 1000+ results research New approach to the understanding of keloid: psychoneuroimmune–endocrine aspects
Keloids may be influenced by stress and psychological factors.
research Philological Obfuscation
The author believes that giving medical conditions official names can sometimes overwhelm or scare patients.
research The Rapunzel syndrome: is it an Asian problem? (case report and review of literature)
Rapunzel syndrome is more common in Asian countries and requires early diagnosis, especially in Asian girls.
research Bilateral conjunctival lesions in Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Targeted skin overexpression of the mineralocorticoid receptor in mice causes epidermal atrophy, premature skin barrier formation, eye abnormalities, and alopecia.
Overexpression of a specific receptor in mice skin causes skin thinning, early skin barrier formation, eye issues, and hair loss.
research The pediatric origins of polycystic ovary syndrome
Early signs of PCOS in girls, like irregular periods and polycystic ovaries, suggest a need for early diagnosis and intervention to prevent further health issues.
research Male‐pattern baldness, common latent viruses, and microcompetition
Common latent viruses might contribute to male-pattern baldness by disrupting cell processes that normally suppress hair loss-related proteins.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome in men
Men with early balding may have hormonal imbalances similar to women with PCOS and could benefit from similar treatments.
research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders with Fragility—Part I
Some congenital hair disorders improve in childhood or with treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while others like Netherton syndrome and trichothiodystrophy have a poor prognosis.
research Experience of Alopecia in Adults: A Grounded Theory Approach
Supporting people with alopecia through psychological help and accurate information is crucial for managing stress and coping.
research Trichothiodystrophy with Dysmyelination and Central Osteosclerosis
Specific brain and bone imaging findings can help diagnose Trichothiodystrophy.
research PLACK syndrome associated with alopecia areata and a novel homozygous base pair insertion in exon 18 of CAST gene
A new genetic mutation in the CAST gene may link PLACK syndrome to alopecia areata.
research ISID1448 – Ligand-dependent Wnt signaling attenuates mechanotransduction and protects against wound occlusion-mediated abolishment of hair follicle regeneration
research BJD Snippet
Researchers found certain genes are overactive and others are underactive in men with early balding, which could help create new treatments.
research 16004 Meta-analysis of platelet-rich plasma for androgenetic alopecia
Oral health affects overall well-being, with tooth loss impacting quality of life, nutrition, and health.
research Trichotillomania Triggered by Vitamin D Deficiency and Resolving Dramatically With Vitamin D Therapy
A girl's hair-pulling condition improved greatly after she started vitamin D treatment.
research Etiopathogenesis of acne
Acne is caused by hormones, genetics, skin cell buildup, oil production, bacteria, and inflammation.
research A mutation in the hair matrix and cuticle keratin KRTHB5 gene causes ectodermal dysplasia of hair and nail type
A mutation in the KRTHB5 gene causes hair and nail issues.
research Obesity in Adults: Position Statement of Polish Association for the Study on Obesity, Polish Association of Endocrinology, Polish Association of Cardiodiabetology, Polish Psychiatric Association, Section of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery of the Association of Polish Surgeons, and the College of Family Physicians in Poland
The conclusion is that obesity should be managed with a slow, balanced approach to diet and exercise, with medication and surgery as additional options, and education and access to care are important.
research Natural Asymmetry in Hair Growth Direction: Implications for Hairline Design in Male Patients
Natural hairline asymmetry should be embraced for better-looking hair transplants.
research Dermatological perspectives on pressure alopecias: A call for awareness
Increased awareness and research are needed to prevent hair loss from cosmetic procedures.
research Periorbital Reconstruction in Facial Paralysis
The document concludes that various surgical techniques and postoperative care are used to protect eye health, improve vision, and restore facial balance in people with facial paralysis.
research Eccrine Duct Dilation as a Marker of Cicatricial Alopecia
Enlarged sweat gland ducts may indicate scarring hair loss.
research Matrix Metalloproteinase-9 Is Involved in the Regulation of Hair Canal Formation
MMP-9 is essential for proper hair canal formation.
research The dermatological consequences of obesity
Obesity increases the risk of skin infections, inflammatory conditions, and melanoma, but not basal cell carcinoma.
research Familial hypotrichosis of the scalp. Autosomal dominant inheritance in four generations.
A family had a genetic condition causing hair loss on the scalp, passed down through four generations.
research Towards a “free radical theory of graying”: melanocyte apoptosis in the aging human hair follicle is an indicator of oxidative stress induced tissue damage
Oxidative stress causes hair to gray by damaging and killing pigment cells.
research Reversible exacerbation of obstructive sleep apnea by α1-adrenergic blockade with tamsulosin: A case report
Tamsulosin can worsen sleep apnea in some patients.
research Zinc transporter ZIP13 G289R variant from Spondylocheirodysplastic Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (SCD-EDS) is associated with abnormal hair quality
The ZIP13 variant is linked to abnormal hair quality.