research Acquired Structural Defects of the Hair
External factors like certain shampoos, bacterial infections, and parasites might cause hair defects similar to genetic conditions.
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180-210 / 1000+ resultsresearch A Heritable Keratinization Defect of the Superficial Epidermis in Norfolk Terriers
Norfolk Terriers have a genetic skin defect causing scaling and blisters due to a keratin issue.
research 092 Novel biallelic RIPK4 mutations cause ectodermal dysplasia with cutaneous syndactyly
New RIPK4 gene mutations were found to cause a type of skin and limb birth defect.
research Twenty-Nail Dystrophy of Alopecia Areata
"20-nail dystrophy" can have multiple causes.
research Trichothiodystrophy hair shafts display distinct ultrastructural features
Trichothiodystrophy hair is structurally abnormal with protein and organization issues.
research Poster presentationsSG11 KRT14 pathogenic or likely pathogenic variants beyond epidermolysis bullosa: dermatopathia pigmentosa reticularis
KRT14 gene variants cause dermatopathia pigmentosa reticularis, affecting nails, teeth, and hair.
research An Autosomal Recessive Form of Monilethrix Is Caused by Mutations in DSG4: Clinical Overlap with Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis
Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause a severe form of brittle hair and skin issues.
research Monilethrix
A 12-year-old girl was diagnosed with monilethrix, a genetic condition causing fragile, beaded hair that breaks easily, with no effective treatment available.
research Dermatological aspects of the S2k guidelines on Down syndrome in childhood and adolescence
Most skin conditions in Down syndrome are benign and involve dry or thickened skin.
research Homozygous Nonsense Mutation in DSC3 Resulting in Skin Fragility and Hypotrichosis
A boy's skin fragility and sparse hair were caused by a genetic mutation affecting skin cell adhesion.
research Generalized trichorrhexis nodosa
The hair disorder was caused by abnormal protein formation, making hair easily damaged.
research Dental Management in a 7-year-old Child with Ichthyosis Vulgaris: A Rare Case Report
Dentists should start preventive treatments early for children with Ichthyosis Vulgaris to avoid dental problems.
research Ornithine decarboxylase is a target for chemoprevention of basal and squamous cell carcinomas in Ptch1+/– mice
Targeting ornithine decarboxylase can help prevent skin cancer.
research A Missense Mutation in the Cadherin Interaction Site of The Desmoglein 4 Gene Underlies Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis
A specific gene mutation causes sparse, brittle hair in a family.
research [Association of a pediatric bullous eruption, cutaneous and muscular atrophy, hyperpigmentation and dysmorphism. A new entity?].
The boy's symptoms suggest a possible new medical condition.
research Ultrastructural skin changes in Egyptian mandibuloacral dysplasia patients with p.Arg527Leu LMNA mutation and in their asymptomatic heterozygotic mothers
The LMNA mutation affects skin structure even in asymptomatic carriers.
research Alopecia Areata and Habit Tic Deformities
Nail issues are common in alopecia areata patients.
research Pili Trianguli et Canaliculi Is a Defect of Inner Root Sheath Keratinization
The hair defect is due to abnormal inner root sheath keratinization.
research A General Paediatric Approach to Ankyloblepharon–Ectodermal Dysplasia–Cleft Lip/Palate Syndrome in Infancy: A Case Report
Genetic analysis is crucial for diagnosing ectodermal dysplasia syndromes, and new therapies may help improve skin issues.
research Photosensitive Trichothiodystrophy with Complex Cerebral Abnormalities
Trichothiodystrophy is a rare genetic disorder causing hair issues and sometimes linked to DNA repair defects.
research Rare Coexistence of Monilethrix and Trichorrhexis Nodosa in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Report
A 6-year-old girl had both monilethrix and trichorrhexis nodosa, causing brittle hair, with minimal improvement from treatment.
research A novel EDA variant that causes X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia in a Chinese family
A new EDA gene variant causes X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia in a Chinese family.
research Follicular ichthyosis
The four patients have a unique type of ichthyosis affecting hair follicles.
research Unveiling the Potential of Dermoscopy in Diagnosing Netherton Syndrome
Trichoscopy is a helpful tool for diagnosing Netherton syndrome.
research Ornithine decarboxylase expression in cutaneous papillomas in SENCAR mice is associated with altered expression of keratins 1 and 10.
High ODC and low K1 and K10 may indicate early skin tumors in mice.
research A 9-month-old infant with severe scalp dermatosis
The infant likely has Hay-Wells syndrome and needs genetic testing and heart screening.
research Familial aggregation of phenotypic expression of premature hair hypopigmentation in the craniofacial region
Premature hair graying in the face may be influenced by genetics and environment.
research Orai1 expression pattern in tooth and craniofacial ectodermal tissues and potential functions during ameloblast differentiation
Orai1 protein is crucial for tooth development and affects enamel thickness and mineralization.
research Gomez–Lopez-Hernandez Syndrome: Two New Cases and Review of the Literature
The document adds two cases of Gomez-Lopez-Hernandez syndrome and suggests including trigeminal anesthesia and scalp alopecia as key diagnostic criteria.