research The keratins and their disorders
Mutations in keratin genes cause cell fragility and various skin disorders.
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840-870 / 1000+ resultsresearch Multiple pigmentierte Basaliome im Capillitium bei Myotonia dystrophia Curschmann-Steinert
A woman with myotonic dystrophy had multiple skin tumors on her scalp, suggesting a genetic link.
research Cellular and Metabolic Basis for the Ichthyotic Phenotype in NIPAL4 (Ichthyin)–Deficient Canines
Mutations in NIPAL4 cause skin issues by disrupting lipid layers, but some improvement is seen with topical treatment.
research Localized pemphigus vulgaris on scalp: an atypical presentation.
Scalp pemphigus vulgaris can be effectively treated with low-dose prednisone and triamcinolone.
research An eruption of numerous spiny papules in a pediatric transplant patient
Early recognition and treatment of VATS in transplant patients improve outcomes.
research Eruptive vellus hair cyst: An uncommon and underdiagnosed entity
Eruptive vellus hair cysts are rare and often misdiagnosed, requiring biopsy for accurate diagnosis.
research Scarring Alopecia With Coexisting Lichen Planus in a Child: A Rare Phenomenon
A child had a rare case of scarring hair loss with skin disease, which is hard to treat and stressful.
research Gray Patch Tinea Capitis Caused by Microsporum canis
A boy's scalp rash and baldness were cured using oral medication and medicated shampoo.
research Multiple perifollicular fibromas: report of a case and analysis of the literature
Multiple perifollicular fibromas may actually be unrecognized cases of Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome.
research Lupus panniculitis of the scalp presenting with linear alopecia along the lines of Blaschko
research Scarring Folliculitis in the Ectrodactyly-Ectodermal Dysplasia-Clefting Syndrome
The patient with EEC syndrome had scarring alopecia due to deep folliculitis, possibly linked to abnormal hair structure.
research Ultrastructure of Follicular Mucinosis
Follicular mucinosis causes significant damage to hair follicle cells.
research Kerion
The boy had a fungal scalp infection called kerion, which was cured with oral antifungal medication.
research Follicular psoriasis: an underdiagnosed entity?
research It is not invisible! A case report of 2 patients with scalp Lichen Planopilaris mimicking Androgenic Alopecia
Accurate early diagnosis of Lichen Planopilaris is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.
research Dendritic cell migrations involving the pilosebaceous unit in the development of murine skin
Dendritic cells help regulate skin development and hair growth in mice.
research Scalp Bogginess in the Presence of Lichen Planopilaris: Isolated Occurrence or Reactionary Process?
Scalp edema may be a new variant of conditions reacting to scarring alopecia like LPP.
research G136 An unusual case of alopecia in a toddler
A 2-year-old boy with a rare type of lupus causing hair loss improved with oral steroids.
research Monilethrix
A boy with monilethrix has brittle hair that breaks easily due to a genetic condition, which might improve by puberty.
research Primary cicatricial alopecias
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing rare hair loss disorders and that more research is needed to improve treatment strategies.
research Lichen Planopilaris
Lichen Planopilaris is a hair loss condition best treated early with various medications, including hydroxychloroquine, to prevent permanent baldness.
research 1371 FGF7-dependent inhibition of human hair growth byan osteopontin-derived peptide: A novel solution for hirsutism and hypertrichosis?
A new peptide, FOL-005, may help treat excessive hair growth by reducing a hair growth promoter, FGF7.
research Alopecia areata and poliosis: A retrospective analysis of 258 cases
White hairs often regrow in alopecia areata patches.
research Vascular Proliferation in Biopsies from Active Lichen Planopilaris as a Novel Pathologic Finding
Increased blood vessel growth in lichen planopilaris may signal active disease needing aggressive treatment.
research Necrobiosis lipoidica of the scalp
A rare scalp condition caused scarring hair loss in a woman, improved slightly with treatment.
research Hypertrichosis of the pinnae in a patient using panitumumab
Panitumumab can cause excessive ear hair growth.
research M2 Macrophage and Extracellular Matrix Genes Are Enriched in High‐Activity Lichen Planopilaris
Higher activity in lichen planopilaris is linked to certain immune and tissue genes.
research Evaluation of Topical Capislow Extract and Long Pulsed Nd-YAG Laser in the Treatment of Idiopathic Hirsutism
Combining capislow with laser is more effective for reducing unwanted hair, but the effect is temporary.
research 1386 Trichodysplasia spinulosa small T antigen drives ectopic hair follicle development in adult transgenic mice
The Trichodysplasia spinulosa virus protein can cause abnormal hair growth in mice.
research Woolly hair nevus
A 17-year-old developed woolly hair nevus in adolescence, which is unusual, and over time the hair darkened and straightened slightly, but microscopic changes persisted.