43 citations
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July 1994 in “Journal of Cell Science” Cross-linked proteins help maintain the structure of hair, feathers, and hagfish teeth.
39 citations
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July 2000 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Identical twins both had a rare hair loss condition, suggesting it might be genetic.
January 2018 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” A child with Olmsted syndrome showed mild improvement in hair and skin issues with treatment.
2 citations
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May 2023 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” A new genetic mutation in the CAST gene may link PLACK syndrome to alopecia areata.
August 1969 in “Archives of Dermatology” Regenerated skin after calciphylaxis resembles scar tissue with fewer hairs.
29 citations
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September 1986 in “Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association” The cat had a pituitary tumor causing hormone imbalance and related health issues.
1 citations
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November 2024 in “Veterinary Dermatology” The cat's hair loss was linked to a type of cancer.
Isotretinoin reduced inflammation in tufted hair folliculitis, but hair tufting remained.
5 citations
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September 2017 in “Medicine” A patient with Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome developed colon cancer that spread to the liver, showing the need for regular cancer checks in such patients.
Benign ovarian tumors can cause excess male hormones and related conditions in postmenopausal women.
5 citations
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September 1991 in “Veterinary dermatology” Pygmy goats with seborrhoeic dermatitis showed skin symptoms and temporary improvement with corticosteroids, but the cause and inheritance of the disease remain unknown.
2 citations
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August 2025 in “Reports — Medical Cases Images and Videos” A rare pigmented skin tumor called melanotrichoblastoma was diagnosed in a 51-year-old woman.
12 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian dermatology online journal” The document reports a unique case of woolly hair with a combination of conditions not previously seen together.
5 citations
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January 2021 in “Indian Journal of Pathology and Microbiology” A rare eyelid tumor was successfully diagnosed and removed, highlighting the need for careful examination.
6 citations
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January 2014 in “Clinical hemorheology and microcirculation” Hereditary elliptocytosis causes elongated red blood cells and can lead to mild or no symptoms.
June 2026 in “Preprints.org” Atorvastatin in a keratin hydrogel may help treat skin scars effectively.
2 citations
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April 2022 in “PubVet” The cat's skin condition improved significantly with medication, with no relapse.
29 citations
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April 2011 in “Journal of Microscopy” The modified osmium method improves hair cortex staining for better visualization.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” A child has a rare hair and skin disorder due to specific gene variants, suggesting broader genetic testing is needed.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” More severe alopecia areata is linked to more follicular stelae, but not to treatment response.
1 citations
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March 2024 in “Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” A pilomatrixoma in the eyebrow can cause hair loss and skin lightening.
October 2025 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” A rare ovarian tumor was found in a young woman with a genetic fat disorder.
1 citations
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March 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Recognizing eyebrow hair loss linked to a rare skin condition is crucial for proper treatment.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Red tattoo ink may cause skin growths, needing careful monitoring.
3 citations
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October 2001 in “British Journal of Ophthalmology” An isolated episcleral plasmacytoma can mimic episcleritis, making diagnosis challenging.
1 citations
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July 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Familial dyskeratotic comedones are a rare, benign skin disorder that is hard to treat.
24 citations
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July 2009 in “Mycoses” A scalp infection was treated successfully, leading to full hair regrowth.
2 citations
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January 2002 Melanin and melanocytes contribute to the brown pigmentation in stasis dermatitis.
1 citations
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July 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” January 2026 in “Annals of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine” Accurate diagnosis of rare pilomatrix carcinoma is crucial for effective treatment.