research Primary cicatricial alopecias are characterized by dysregulation of shared gene expression pathways
Similar treatments might work for different types of scarring hair loss.
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690-720 / 1000+ resultsresearch Alopecia areata susceptibility variant in MHC region impacts expressions of genes contributing to hair keratinization and is involved in hair loss
A gene variant increases the risk of a type of hair loss by affecting hair protein production.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp: a multicentre study
High-potency steroids or tacrolimus are effective treatments for Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp.
research Community-Associated Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
A common cause of skin infections in the U.S. is a strain of bacteria resistant to certain antibiotics, and prevention focuses on cleanliness and avoiding close contact.
research Janus kinase inhibition for the treatment of refractory frontal fibrosing alopecia: A case series and review of the literature
JAK inhibitors, like ruxolitinib, may effectively treat frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Evaluation of Serum Paraoxonase, Arylesterase, Prolidase Activities and Oxidative Stress in Patients with Alopecia Areata
People with Alopecia Areata have higher oxidative stress and different enzyme activities compared to healthy individuals.
research Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution
Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a unique hair loss condition that may respond to antiandrogen therapy.
research A “hair‐raising” history of alopecia areata
The document concludes that understanding and treatments for alopecia areata have significantly advanced, now recognizing it as an autoimmune disorder.
research Current aspects of polycystic ovary syndrome: A literature review
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common hormonal disorder in women, linked to increased risk of metabolic and heart diseases, and needs more research for better understanding and treatment.
research ULBP3: a marker for alopecia areata incognita
ULBP3 could be a marker for diagnosing alopecia areata incognita and may be linked to its cause and development.
research Altered expression of keratin 14 in lesional epidermis of autoimmune skin diseases
Keratin 14 may be an autoantigen in autoimmune skin diseases.
research Immunohistochemical Analysis of the Mechanistic Target of Rapamycin and Hypoxia Signalling Pathways in Basal Cell Carcinoma and Trichoepithelioma
The study found that analyzing certain cell signaling pathways is not a reliable method to tell apart two types of skin tumors.
research IMMUNOPATHOLOGY OF THE HUMAN HAIR FOLLICLE
The document concludes that immune system abnormalities cause alopecia areata, but the exact process is still not completely understood.
research Direct cellular reprogramming enables development of viral T antigen–driven Merkel cell carcinoma in mice
Scientists made a mouse model of a serious skin cancer by changing skin cells with a virus and a specific gene, which is similar to the disease in humans.
research Sebaceous gland abnormalities in fatty acyl CoA reductase 2 (Far2) null mice result in primary cicatricial alopecia
Deleting the Far2 gene in mice causes sebaceous gland issues and patchy hair loss.
research Stratum-Specific Expression of Human Transferrin Receptor Increases Iron in Mouse Epidermis
Transferrin receptor expression increases iron in mouse skin cells without causing damage.
research Segmental Vitiligo and Hair Curling After Interferon α and Ribavirin Treatment for Hepatitis C
A woman developed white patches on her skin and curly hair after hepatitis C treatment, likely due to the medication interferon alpha.
research Identification and characterization of four immune-related signatures in keloid
Four specific genes are linked to keloid formation and could be potential treatment targets.
research Analysing the dynamics of a model for alopecia areata as an autoimmune disorder of hair follicle cycling
The model helps understand and improve treatments for alopecia areata by simulating hair growth and immune cell interactions.
research What’s new in hidradenitis suppurativa?
The document concludes that awareness and understanding of hidradenitis suppurativa are increasing, but effective treatments are still needed.
research Clinical and histopathological characteristics in patients with scarring folliculitis type of acne inversa
Scarring folliculitis type of acne inversa is linked to specific symptoms and lifestyle factors like smoking and being overweight.
research Marked Reduction of the Number and Individual Volume of Sebaceous Glands in Psoriatic Lesions
Psoriasis lesions have fewer and smaller oil glands, which might affect the condition's development.
research Systemic Autoimmune Diseases
The document concludes that systemic autoimmune diseases are complex, incurable, and require ongoing treatment and research.
research NEMO syndrome (incontinentia pigmenti) and systemic lupus erythematosus: A new disease association
NEMO syndrome and systemic lupus erythematosus are linked in a new disease association.
research Comprehensive Transcriptome Profiling of Balding and Non-Balding Scalps in Trichorhinophalangeal Syndrome Type I Patient
The study found genetic differences related to hair development that may explain hair loss in a patient with Trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type I.
research Use of spironolactone in dermatology.
Spironolactone is used in dermatology to treat skin conditions related to hormones, but is not safe for pregnant women or men.
research Progressive expression of PPARGC1α is associated with hair miniaturization in androgenetic alopecia
Increased PPARGC1α relates to hair thinning in common baldness.
research Nail Matrix Pathology in Cronkhite–Canada Syndrome: The First Case Report
Inflammation may cause nail issues in Cronkhite–Canada Syndrome.
research Alopecia Areata: Updates from the Mouse Perspective
Mouse models help understand alopecia areata and find treatments.
research Chikungunya virus infection in the skin: histopathology and cutaneous immunological response
Chikungunya virus often causes skin issues and inflammation.