research Regulation of Epidermal Ferritin Expression Influences Systemic Iron Homeostasis
Skin plays a key role in managing iron levels, and inflammation can affect systemic iron, potentially causing anemia.
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930-960 / 1000+ resultsresearch Porphyria Cutanea Tarda in a Patient With Agnogenic Myeloid Metaplasia
Porphyria cutanea tarda causes skin issues due to an enzyme deficiency.
research Biochemical features of primary cells from a pediatric patient with a gain-of-function ODC1 genetic mutation
A new genetic disorder caused by an ODC1 mutation can be treated with DFMO.
research INTERACTION OF α-MELANOCYTE-STIMULATING HORMONE, MELATONIN, CYCLIC AMP AND CYCLIC GMP IN THE CONTROL OF MELANOGENESIS IN HAIR FOLLICLE MELANOCYTES IN VITRO
α-MSH and cyclic AMP boost melanin production, while cyclic GMP and melatonin reduce it.
research Contribution of Environmental Constituents in the Genomic Disruption of Cytokeratins
Environmental factors can cause mutations in skin proteins, leading to skin disorders.
research Effect of hypochromotrichia on hair copper and zinc during kwashiorkor
Malnutrition can change hair color due to altered copper and zinc levels.
research Discrimination of Dysplastic Nevi from Common Melanocytic Nevi by Cellular and Molecular Criteria
Dysplastic nevi have unique gene expressions, making them distinct from common melanocytic nevi.
research Trichothiodystrophy -A Case Report-
Trichothiodystrophy causes unusual hair and developmental issues.
research Sudden whitening of the hair in an 82-year-old woman: the ‘overnight greying’ phenomenon
An 82-year-old woman's hair turned white suddenly, likely due to a rare form of alopecia that targets pigmented hair.
research LB1258 Investigation of the role and mechanism of pigment epithelium-derived factor (PEDF) in androgenetic alopecia
Reducing PEDF may help treat hair loss.
research Ultraviolet Light-Induced Leukoderma of the Scalp Associated with Androgenetic Alopecia: Senescent Actinic Depigmentation of the Scalp
UV light causes skin color loss in bald areas; wear a cap and use sunscreen.
research A Variable Monilethrix Phenotype Associated With a Novel Mutation, Glu402Lys, in the Helix Termination Motif of the Type II Hair Keratin hHb1
A new mutation, Glu402Lys, in hair keratin is linked to variable symptoms of monilethrix.
research Beyond the Epidermal-Melanin-Unit: The Human Scalp Anagen Hair Bulb Is Home to Multiple Melanocyte Subpopulations of Variable Melanogenic Capacity
The human scalp has different types of pigment cells in hair follicles with varying abilities to produce pigment.
research Merciful Malady: Renbök Phenomenon Between Alopecia Areata and Psoriasis Vulgaris
Alopecia areata and psoriasis vulgaris can inhibit each other in the same areas.
research Hair Melanin and Hair Color
research Psychiatric morbidity in children and adolescents with dermatological disorders
Kids with skin problems are more likely to have mental health issues.
research Age-induced hair greying - the multiple effects of oxidative stress
Hair greying is caused by oxidative stress damaging hair follicles and melanocytes.
research PHYSICALLY INDUCED PEMPHIGUS AFTER COSMETIC PROCEDURES
Cosmetic procedures can trigger pemphigus, an autoimmune disease.
research Argyria in a patient with a delusional disorder
A man with a mental disorder turned his skin blue-gray by drinking silver to treat warts.
research Atypical Juvenile Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris: A Case Report of Early Onset With Late Diagnosis
A rare skin condition in a 17-year-old was diagnosed late, stressing the need for careful evaluation and genetic testing.
research Drug-Induced Melasma in Patients on 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: A Case Report
Finasteride can cause melasma, especially in people with darker skin.
research Misdiagnoses of Hair and Scalp Disorders in Adult Patients With Skin of Color
Misdiagnosis of hair and scalp disorders is common in patients with skin of color, highlighting the need for better training and evaluation.
research 708 Polycomb-mediated repression and Sonic hedgehog signaling regulate Merkel cell specification
Sonic hedgehog signaling is needed for the development of touch-receptor cells in the skin, and the loss of Polycomb repressive complex 2 can lead to more of these cells.
research BMP4 regulates differentiation of nestin-positive stem cells into melanocytes
BMP4 helps stem cells turn into pigment-producing cells, affecting hair color and growth.
research Distinct mutations in human basic hair keratins 1 and 6 cause monilethrix: Implications for protein structure and clinical phenotype
research Dermpath & Clinic: Telangiectasia macularis eruptiva perstans
Brodalumab is more effective than ustekinumab in treating psoriasis.
research [An infant with short stature and red cheeks (Rothmund-Thomson syndrome)].
The infant was diagnosed with Rothmund-Thomson syndrome, a rare genetic disorder causing various physical and developmental issues.
research Viewpoint 1
Understanding skin patterns can help us learn about skin diseases and their treatments.
research Updates in the understanding and treatments of skin & hair disorders in women of color
New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
research Dermoscopy of Hair and Scalp Disorders (Trichoscopy) in Skin of Color—A Systematic Review by the International Dermoscopy Society “Imaging in Skin of Color” Task Force
More research is needed to understand hair and scalp disorders in people with skin of color.