research Functional analyses of a novel missense and other mutations of the vitamin D receptor in association with alopecia
A single amino acid change in the vitamin D receptor can disrupt its function and lead to hair loss.
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60-90 / 1000+ results research A unique insertion/duplication in the VDR gene that truncates the VDR causing hereditary 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D-resistant rickets without alopecia
A unique gene mutation causes vitamin D-resistant rickets without causing hair loss.
research Valproic Acid is an Effective Anti-Emetic Treatment in Alexander Disease (P10-9.010)
Valproic acid is a more effective treatment for vomiting in Alexander disease than other medications, with few side effects.
research Association between VDR Gene Polymorphisms and Melanoma Susceptibility in a Colombian Population
Certain VDR gene changes can affect melanoma risk.
research The 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3-independent actions of the vitamin D receptor in skin
The vitamin D receptor helps regulate skin and hair health independently of its usual vitamin D ligand.
research JID VisualDx Quiz: February 2013
research Unraveling Evolutionary Insights into AVT Peptide Conservation and Antimicrobial Motif Prediction Across Taxa
AVT is highly conserved and may have antimicrobial properties.
research Scd1 ab-Xyk : a new asebia allele characterized by a CCC trinucleotide insertion in exon 5 of the stearoyl-CoA desaturase 1 gene in mouse
A new mouse mutation causes skin and hair defects due to a gene change.
research Trichodysplasia of immunosuppression treated with oral valganciclovir
Oral valganciclovir improved a patient's skin condition caused by immunosuppression.
research 708 Promotion of hair growth in alopecia areata by topical treatment of HDAC inhibitors
HDAC inhibitors, like Vorinostat and Entinostat, can help regrow hair in alopecia areata.
research An eruption of numerous spiny papules in a pediatric transplant patient
Early recognition and treatment of VATS in transplant patients improve outcomes.
research The VEGF +405 G>C 5' untranslated region polymorphism and risk of PCOS: a study in the South Indian Women
The VEGF +405G allele may increase the risk of PCOS in South Indian women.
research The use of dihydroxyacetone for photoprotection in variegate porphyria
Dihydroxyacetone in self-tanning lotion helped reduce sun-related skin issues in a woman with variegate porphyria.
research Novel associations of VPS13C with phenotype and conversion of idiopathic REM sleep behavior disorder
VPS13C variants are linked to more severe REM sleep disorder and faster progression to Parkinson's disease.
research Cutis Verticis Gyrata Heralding a Diagnosis of Primary Systemic Amyloidosis in a Patient with Cardioembolic Stroke
Recognizing CVG can help diagnose systemic amyloidosis early.
research Lack of association between Vitamin D receptor FokI polymorphism and alopecia areata.
Vitamin D receptor FokI gene variation is not linked to alopecia areata.
research Hereditary 1,25‐Dihydroxyvitamin D–Resistant Rickets Due to an Opal Mutation Causing Premature Termination of the Vitamin D Receptor
A specific gene mutation causes vitamin D-resistant rickets and hair loss.
research A role for steroid 5 alpha-reductase 1 in vascular remodeling during endometrial decidualization
The enzyme 5α-reductase type 1 is important for blood vessel development and fertility in the uterus.
research In vivo expression of VCAM1 precedes nephron loss following kidney tubular necrosis
VCAM1 appears early in kidney injury and signals future nephron loss.
research Dermoscopy of an osteonevus of N anta
Dermoscopy helps diagnose unusual skin lesions like osteonevus of Nanta and can prevent misdiagnosis of serious conditions.
research In Vivo Role of Vitamin D Receptor Signaling in UVB-Induced DNA Damage and Melanocyte Homeostasis
Vitamin D receptor helps protect skin cells from UV damage and supports their growth.
research Behavioural characterization of Vitamin D receptor knockout mice
Vitamin D receptor knockout mice have significant motor impairments but no cognitive deficits.
research 688 Efficacy of topical Vorinostat in the reversal of alopecia areata
Topical Vorinostat shows promise for treating alopecia areata by promoting hair regrowth.
research 512 Varicella-zoster virus in actively spreading segmental vitiligo skin
The study suggests a link between varicella-zoster virus and segmental vitiligo, with evidence of the virus disrupting skin pigment cells.
research UVEITIS WITH POLIOSIS, VITILIGO, ALOPECIA AND DYSACOUSIA (VOGT-KOYANAGI SYNDROME)
Vogt-Koyanagi syndrome often leads to partial or complete blindness and responds poorly to treatment.
research A woman with headaches and blurred vision
The woman was diagnosed with Vogt–Koyanagi–Harada disease and successfully treated with medication, restoring her vision and stopping headaches.
research Novel Vitamin D Receptor Mutations in Hereditary Vitamin D Resistant Rickets in Chinese
New mutations in the VDR gene cause vitamin D-resistant rickets without hair loss.
research Heterogeneity of ornithine decarboxylase expression in 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate-treated mouse skin and in epidermal tumors
ODC expression in mouse skin and tumors is varied and can be inhibited by retinoic acid or cycloheximide.
research A randomized phase II trial on the addition of dutasteride to combined androgen blockade therapy versus combined androgen blockade therapy alone in patients with advanced or metastatic salivary duct carcinoma – the DUCT study protocol
Adding dutasteride to therapy may improve treatment for advanced salivary duct cancer.
research Association between VEGF gene polymorphisms (11 sites) and polycystic ovary syndrome risk
Certain changes in the VEGF gene can increase or decrease the risk of polycystic ovary syndrome.