April 2026 in “Human Genome Variation” The MBTPS2 gene variant c.970+5G>A is a common mutation causing IFAP syndrome.
December 2023 in “American journal of medical genetics. Part A” A new syndrome was linked to two new genetic changes in the MBTPS1 gene in a 14-year-old girl.
Mutations in the PADI3 gene may cause central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in women of African ancestry.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” CCCA in women of African ancestry may be caused by PADI3 gene mutations and intense hair grooming.
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July 2022 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” A specific genetic mutation causes POMC deficiency, leading to symptoms like weight gain and red hair.
October 2023 in “Psychiatry research. Case reports” A new HRAS gene variant may cause a range of symptoms including intellectual disability and psychiatric issues.
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June 2013 in “Scientific Reports” A gene variant in KRT71 causes the curly fur in Selkirk Rex cats.
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March 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause specific hair and scalp issues.
Genetic mutations linked to ectodermal dysplasias and hair loss were identified in Pakistani families.
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May 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Hair follicles can be used to study gene mutations in Stargardt disease.
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December 2016 in “Blood” A new gene mutation may cause cyclic thrombocytopenia by affecting platelet production.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new genetic mutation causing Xeroderma Pigmentosum was found in an 8-year-old girl, affecting her DNA repair.
November 2018 in “Atlas of genetics and cytogenetics in oncology and haematology” WNT10B is linked to cancer development and affects survival and disease progression in various cancers.
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January 2010 in “Journal of Veterinary Medical Science” A gene mutation causes curly hair and hair loss in rats.
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June 2012 in “PloS one” A new mRNA variant of the SCF gene in sheep skin produces a shorter, different protein.
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September 2021 in “Journal of molecular endocrinology” ERβ has potential in treating prostate cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, but human studies are needed before clinical use.
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December 2021 in “Journal of clinical laboratory analysis” A new mutation in the DCAF17 gene was found to cause Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome in a large family.
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January 2015 in “MedChemComm” New treatments for prostate cancer are less toxic and show promise, but more research is needed to enhance their effectiveness and reduce side effects.
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October 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A specific gene mutation causes sparse, brittle hair in a family.
January 2026 in “Veterinary Sciences” Skin maturation in Dezhou donkey foals involves better barrier function, hair growth, and less collagen production.
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July 2004 in “Molecular Medicine” Certain defective glucocorticoid receptor mutants move faster inside cell nuclei and work less effectively.
159 citations
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July 2006 in “Endocrine Reviews” Estrogens significantly influence hair growth by interacting with receptors in hair follicles and may help regulate the hair growth cycle.
January 2024 in “Wiadomości Lekarskie” The ABI1 gene contributes to prostate cancer progression and treatment resistance.
238 citations
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February 2007 in “Journal of Neuroscience” Ovarian and stress hormones can change GABA A receptors through neurosteroids.
38 citations
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November 2005 in “Epilepsia” Levetiracetam is widely used and generally well-tolerated for treating idiopathic generalized epilepsies, with tiredness as the main side effect.
18 citations
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March 2006 in “Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics” The document concludes that managing side effects of MS therapies is crucial for treatment success and patient adherence.
40 citations
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September 2010 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Keratin K80 is an ancient protein found in various tissues, important for cell structure and tissue differentiation.
9 citations
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March 2011 in “Oxidative stress and disease” Some herbal treatments are effective for skin disorders, but more research and regulation are needed.
11 citations
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December 2017 in “Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases” A new mutation in the ST14 gene broadens the understanding of ichthyosis-hypotrichosis syndrome.
299 citations
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March 2001 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Male pattern baldness is linked to specific genetic variations in the androgen receptor gene.