research The Use of 2D: 4D Digit Ratio as a Predictor of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review
Finger length ratios might help predict common hair loss.
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600-630 / 1000+ results research Congenital atrichia with papular lesions resulting from novel mutations in human hairless gene in four consanguineous families
Mutations in the hairless gene cause a rare form of permanent hair loss.
research Folliculin interacts with p0071 (plakophilin-4) and deficiency is associated with disordered RhoA signalling, epithelial polarization and cytokinesis
Folliculin deficiency causes problems with cell division and positioning due to disrupted RhoA signaling and interaction with p0071.
research Folliculin, the Product of the Birt-Hogg-Dube Tumor Suppressor Gene, Interacts with the Adherens Junction Protein p0071 to Regulate Cell-Cell Adhesion
The protein folliculin, involved in a rare disease, works with another protein to control how cells stick together and their organization, and changes in this interaction can lead to disease symptoms.
research Vesicle Formation and Follicular Root Sheath Separation in Mice Homozygous for Deleterious Alleles at the Balding (bal) Locus
A mutation in mice causes hair loss and skin issues due to a defect in a gene affecting cell adhesion.
research Local hypertrichosis: a rare complication of a temporary henna tattoo
A 5-year-old girl got a rare case of extra hair growth on her arm after a henna tattoo.
research Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome: genotype–phenotype review and case of intra-familial heterogeneity
Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome shows varied symptoms and genetic differences within families.
research Polycystic Ovaries: A Cross Sectional Study on Unmarried Girls in KSA
PCOS affects many young women in KSA, with mild cases being most common.
research SUN-208 Rare Case of 47XXY/46XX Mosaic Klinefelter Syndrome
Mosaic Klinefelter syndrome can affect male fertility and may be missed in routine tests.
research When Rare Meets Risky: Clouston Syndrome with Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Clouston syndrome can lead to skin cancer, so monitoring is crucial.
research Loss of a homologous group of proteins in a dominantly inherited ectodermal malformation
Naked-mouse hair lacks certain proteins and has less soluble fibril.
research Mutations in γ-secretase subunit–encoding PSENEN underlie Dowling-Degos disease associated with acne inversa
PSENEN gene mutations can cause both Dowling-Degos disease and acne inversa.
research Polymorphism of CAG and GGN repeats of androgen receptor gene in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Longer GGN repeats in the androgen receptor gene are linked to polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Two Incidental Sibling Diagnoses of Netherton Syndrome in Separate Visits: A Case Report
Doctors should consider Netherton syndrome in patients with chronic skin and hair issues to avoid misdiagnosis.
research EDA Missense Variant in a Cat with X-Linked Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia
A genetic mutation in the EDA gene causes hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia in cats.
research Prevalance, clinical features and evaluation of the risk factors for onychocriptosis in adult diabetic patients in outpatient clinic
Diabetic patients often have ingrown nails due to obesity, high blood pressure, past injuries, bad nail trimming, nail fungus, weak foot pulse, and weak knee reflex.
research Association of single nucleotide polymorphisms in the RAB5B gene 3′UTR region with polycystic ovary syndrome in Chinese Han women
Certain genetic variations in the RAB5B gene are linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in Chinese Han women.
research Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2 Presentation with Alopecia Universalis, Hashimoto’s Disease, and Addison’s Disease
Timely diagnosis and treatment of complex autoimmune diseases like APS2 are crucial to prevent complications and improve life quality.
research Hyperadrenocorticism Associated with Sex Steroid Excess
Dogs with sex hormone imbalances may not drink or pee a lot but often lose hair on their body and can have reproductive system issues.
research The organization of the keratin I and II gene clusters in placental mammals and marsupials show a striking similarity
Keratin gene clusters in humans and marsupials are similarly organized.
research Serious Delayed Hair Toe Tourniquet Syndrome with Bone Erosion and Flexor Tendon Lesion
A baby's toe was severely damaged by a hair tourniquet, leading to bone and tendon damage, but improved after surgery and treatment.
research Evaluation of hair structural abnormalities in children with different neurological diseases
Hair examination helps diagnose rare neurological diseases in children.
research Photogallery. Follicular occlusion syndrome
The document concludes that four related skin diseases, which often occur together, are caused by blocked hair follicles.
research Parallels in signaling between development and regeneration in ectodermal organs
research [Commentary] The Polyfollicular Anovulatory Androgenic Syndrome: A New Label for an Old Syndrome
Mohamed Kandil suggests renaming Polycystic Ovary Syndrome to "Polyfollicular Anovulatory Androgenic Syndrome" to better describe its symptoms, but concerns exist that it may not cover all related issues like obesity and depression.
research ROLLED HAIRS AND HYPERTRICHOSIS
A 15-year-old girl with hypothyroidism had excess hair and skin issues due to blocked hair follicles.
research Inherited Hairlessness: A Case Study of Familial Congenital Atrichia
The document concludes that the girl's hairlessness is likely inherited from her parents.
research Genetic variants in pachyonychia congenita-associated keratins increase susceptibility to tooth decay
Certain genetic variants in keratins increase the risk of tooth decay.
research Perosomus elumbus fetal monster: a rare cause of dystocia in a beetal goat - a case report from Pakistan
A rare fetal malformation caused difficult birth in a goat, requiring surgery.
research Multiple Myeloma–Associated Amyloidosis Presenting With Acrolocalized Acquired Cutis Laxa
A man with rare skin changes on his fingers was diagnosed with multiple myeloma-linked amyloidosis.