research Steroidogenesis of the testis – new genes and pathways
New genes and pathways are important for testosterone production and male sexual development.
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research Disease causing homozygous variants in the human hairless gene
New and known mutations in the hairless gene cause a hair loss condition called Atrichia with papular lesions.
research Androgenetic alopecia and prostate cancer: findings from an Australian case-control study.
The conclusion is that there might be a link between certain types of baldness and prostate cancer, which could be due to shared hormonal pathways.
research 863 Molecular basis of hair follicle donor dominance in androgenetic alopecia and sexual dimorphism of the skin
Hair loss patterns differ between males and females due to 5 master regulators and JAK-STAT signaling affects hair growth.
research Inherited Hair Disorders
Genetic hair disorders can indicate other hidden health problems.
research Painful thickened skin on the soles of the feet
The man has a genetic skin condition called pachyonychia congenita.
research Molecular, immunological, enzymatic and biochemical studies of coproporphyrinogen oxidase deficiency in a family with hereditary coproporphyria.
A new gene mutation causes hereditary coproporphyria with reduced enzyme activity.
research Hypotrichosis congenita (KRT71 mutation) in Hereford cattle in Uruguay
A KRT71 mutation in Hereford cattle in Uruguay causes thin, curly hair and scaly skin.
research New Publications
Male pattern baldness is mostly hereditary and treated with varying success.
research Clinical and Molecular Diagnostic Criteria of Congenital Atrichia with Papular Lesions11This paper originally appeared in issue 117:1662–1665, 2001. Following publication the authors indicated that important corrections at page proof were not taken in. To ensure that the paper is published as intended, the editors have decided to reproduce the contents in full.
Congenital atrichia with papular lesions is often misdiagnosed, and new diagnostic criteria can improve accuracy.
research A replication study confirmed the EDAR gene to be a major contributor to population differentiation regarding head hair thickness in Asia
The EDAR gene greatly affects hair thickness in Asian populations.
research Olmsted Syndrome Caused by a Homozygous Recessive Mutation in TRPV3
Olmsted syndrome can be inherited as an autosomal recessive trait due to a rare TRPV3 gene mutation.
research Novel mutation in PTCH1 gene in a patient with basal cell nevus syndrome and uterus bicornis
research Precocious puberty: the unlikely herald of Familial adenomatous polyposis in a young girl
Precocious puberty can signal familial adenomatous polyposis.
research P-055 MONOZYGOTIC TRANSGENDER MALE TWINS: A CASE REPORT HIGHLIGHTING GENETIC CONCORDANCE IN GENDER DYSPHORIA
Genetics may play a significant role in gender dysphoria.
research First case of V281+I172N/V281L CYP21A2 genotype associated with congenital adrenal hyperplasia form. A case report from South Italy
New genotype linked to non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia found in Italian siblings.
research Recent advances in understanding and managing male infertility
Losing weight, fixing varicoceles, and using advanced sperm selection methods improve male infertility treatment outcomes.
research Tissue engineering strategies combining molecular targets against inflammation and fibrosis, and umbilical cord blood stem cells to improve hampered muscle and skin regeneration following cleft repair
Combining stem cells and targeted treatments can improve muscle and skin healing after cleft repair.
research Long-Term Survival of Type XVII Collagen Revertant Cells in an Animal Model of Revertant Cell Therapy
Revertant cell therapy shows promise for treating type XVII collagen deficiency, but better cell selection methods are needed.
research Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome with a Novel Mutation in the FLCN Gene
A new mutation in the FLCN gene linked to Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome was found, suggesting people with certain lung collapse should be tested for this mutation and screened for kidney and colon cancer.
research Diffuse hair loss in Addison disease: A reason for X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy screening
Men with Addison disease should be screened for X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy if they have hair loss.
research Analysis of the hair coat of domestic catswith special focus on histological structure
Domestic cat hair varies in thickness and length, with guard hairs being longest and thickest, and all hair types mainly contain keratin.
research An Overview of Commonly Used Natural Alternatives for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia, with Special Emphasis on Rosemary Oil
Rosemary oil may effectively treat hair loss with fewer side effects, but more research is needed.
research Comparative efficacy of topical finasteride (0.25%) in combination with minoxidil (5%) against 5% minoxidil or 0.25% finasteride alone in male androgenetic alopecia: A pilot, randomized open-label study
Using both minoxidil and finasteride together is more effective for male hair loss than using either one alone.
research Commentary 2
Genetic factors play a major role in acne.
research Zinc deficiency or genetic mutations?—A case report of hair heterochromia in the context of MC1R genetic mutations
A boy's hair turned red because of genetic mutations, not lack of zinc.
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 Pu‐erh tea reduces the transmission of CRD‐mediated alopecia risk to offspring
Pu-erh tea reduces hair loss risk in offspring.
research RNA sequencing reveals lncRNA-mediated non-mendelian inheritance of feather growth change in chickens
Long non-coding RNAs affect feather growth in chickens in ways that don't follow traditional genetic rules.
research Adam10 haploinsufficiency causes freckle-like macules in Hairless mice
A mutation in the Adam10 gene causes freckle-like spots on Hairless mice.