research Obstructive sleep apnea, low transferrin saturation levels, and male‐pattern baldness
Men with sleep apnea and low iron levels are more likely to have male-pattern baldness, especially if they have a family history of hair loss.
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960-990 / 1000+ results research PLACK syndrome associated with alopecia areata and a novel homozygous base pair insertion in exon 18 of CAST gene
A new genetic mutation in the CAST gene may link PLACK syndrome to alopecia areata.
research Complete defect in PA-PLA1α secretion function leading to autosomal recessive woolly hair and hypotrichosis: insights from a novel compound heterozygous LIPH variant study in a Chinese pedigree
A new genetic variant in the LIPH gene causes hair growth issues in a Chinese patient.
research Dermatophytosis in sheep due to Trichophyton mentagrophytes; occurrence, haemato-biochemical and pathomorphological changes*
Trichophyton mentagrophytes causes skin issues and nutrient deficiencies in young sheep, especially in winter.
research Acquired ichthyosis, alopecia and loss of hair pigment associated with leiomyosarcoma
Removing a tumor may resolve associated skin and hair symptoms.
research Dermoscopy: A rapid bedside tool to assess monilethrix
Dermoscopy quickly and accurately diagnosed a rare hair disorder in a 12-year-old girl.
research Hereditary 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D-resistant rickets with alopecia resulting from a novel missense mutation in the DNA-binding domain of the vitamin D receptor
A new gene mutation causes vitamin D resistance and rickets, treatable with calcium therapy.
research Acquired Structural Defects of the Hair
External factors like certain shampoos, bacterial infections, and parasites might cause hair defects similar to genetic conditions.
research A Hospital Based Cross Sectional Study Evaluating Haemoglobin, Iron Profile and Thyroid Function Tests in Women with Telogen Effluvium, Female Pattern Hair Loss, and Alopecia Areata
Iron profile tests are recommended for women with hair loss, as haemoglobin levels alone are not reliable.
research Marie‐Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis or Autosomal Recessive Hereditary Hypotrichosis with Woolly Hair: The Diagnostic Dilemma of Labeling Cases with Hypotrichosis
research Alopecia areata and Down syndrome: A true association and the importance of dermoscopic diagnosis
People with Down syndrome are more likely to experience hair loss, and using dermoscopy can help diagnose it.
research A forgotten and hidden disease
The man has a disease causing skin patches, thickened nerves, and mild muscle weakness.
research Mutation detection of type II hair cortex keratin gene KRT86 in a Chinese Han family with congenital monilethrix
A specific gene mutation in KRT86 is linked to hair disorder in a Chinese Han family.
research Association between genetically predicted leukocyte telomere length and non-scarring alopecia: A two-sample Mendelian randomization study
Shorter telomeres in white blood cells may increase the risk of a common type of hair loss.
research Trichoscopic findings of androgenetic alopecia and their association with disease severity
Hair thickness differences help diagnose hair loss severity.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome in Black‐Haired Indian Children
Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome is found in black-haired Indian children and is often missed, especially in boys.
research Mutations in Sterol O-Acyltransferase 1 (Soat1) Result in Hair Interior Defects in AKR/J Mice
A mutation in the Soat1 gene causes hair structure defects and other health issues in AKR/J mice.
research Tumor suppressor identity can contribute to heterogeneity of phenotype in hair follicle stem cell‐induced squamous cell carcinoma
The type of tumor suppressor affects the form of skin cancer from hair follicle stem cells.
research Mapping of monilethrix to the type II keratin gene cluster at chromosome 12q13 in three new families, including one with variable expressivity
Monilethrix is linked to the type II keratin gene on chromosome 12q13.
research Altered expression of intracellular Toll-like receptors in peripheral blood mononuclear cells from patients with alopecia areata
Increased Toll-like receptors in blood cells may contribute to alopecia areata and could be a target for new treatments.
research Alopecia areata in Down syndrome: a clinical evaluation
People with Down syndrome are more likely to have alopecia areata and need regular skin check-ups.
research The Performance of Glycated Hemoglobin vs. Oral Glucose Tolerance Test in the Diagnosis of Glycemic Disorders among Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Southern Iraq
Glycated hemoglobin is not as effective as the oral glucose tolerance test for diagnosing blood sugar problems in women with PCOS in Southern Iraq.
research Polarized microscopy in genetic hair disorders: case series
Polarized microscopy helps identify hair irregularities in genetic disorders.
research Ectodermal Dysplasia: Otolaryngologic Manifestations and Management
Ectodermal dysplasia causes various symptoms and early treatment is important for eye, dental, and skin issues.
research Late‐onset alopecia areata: A retrospective study of 73 patients from Taiwan
Late-onset alopecia areata in Taiwanese patients is more common in women, usually starts at age 57, often involves less than 10% hair loss, and may have a minimal link to thyroid issues.
research Apoptosis resistance in peripheral blood lymphocytes of alopecia areata patients
Alopecia areata patients have more activated T cells in their blood, which may help in developing treatments.
research Erythromelanosis Follicularis Faciei: First Case Report from Saudi Arabia
A 17-year-old in Saudi Arabia was diagnosed with a rare skin condition causing red-brown facial patches.
research Alopecia areata possibly induced by autoimmune reaction in a patient with human T‐cell lymphotropic virus‐1‐associated myelopathy
Autoimmune reactions may cause both alopecia areata and HAM.
research Expression of a truncated form of hHb1 hair keratin in human breast carcinomas
Truncated hHb1 keratin may play a role in breast cancer cell transformation.
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.