research A Missense Mutation in the Cadherin Interaction Site of The Desmoglein 4 Gene Underlies Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis
A specific gene mutation causes sparse, brittle hair in a family.
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research Genetic Hair Disorders: A Review
The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.
research Wanted, dead and alive: Why a multidisciplinary approach is needed to unlock hair treatment potential
Different fields of expertise must work together to better understand hair growth and create effective hair loss treatments.
research Growth Hormone and the Human Hair Follicle
Growth hormone levels affect hair growth and loss, with too much causing excess hair and too little leading to hair loss.
research Further Insights in Trichothiodistrophy: A Clinical, Microscopic, and Ultrastructural Study of 20 Cases and Literature Review
TTD symptoms vary widely, requiring thorough evaluations.
research Hair Breakage in Patients of African Descent: Role of Dermoscopy
Dermoscopy helps quickly identify hair breakage in people of African descent.
research Iron Metabolism of the Skin: Recycling versus Release
Iron is crucial for skin health, with specific proteins recycling it to support skin functions and prevent its release.
research Pili Torti: A Feature of Numerous Congenital and Acquired Conditions
Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
research Trichotillomania: What Do We Know So Far?
Trichotillomania treatment is most successful with a mix of behavioral therapy, medication, and social support.
research Trichoscopic patterns of nonscarring alopecia's
Different patterns on the scalp help diagnose types of hair loss without needing a biopsy.
research Childhood Alopecia Areata: An Overview of Treatment and Recent Patents
Childhood Alopecia Areata causes hair loss and requires varied treatments, with psychological support being crucial.
research Nutritional Disorders of the Hair and Their Management
research Clinical recognition and management of alopecia in women of color,
The document concludes that it's important to recognize and treat hair loss in women of color, considering their unique hair characteristics and psychological impact.
research Antiseizure Medication-Induced Alopecia: A Literature Review
Some antiseizure medications can cause reversible hair loss, with valproate, lamotrigine, and carbamazepine being the most common.
research Hair microscopy: an easy adjunct to diagnosis of systemic diseases in children
Hair microscopy is a simple and cost-effective method to help diagnose systemic diseases in children.
research Congenital triangular alopecia - A case report
Congenital triangular alopecia is a hair loss condition present from birth or early childhood with no effective treatment needed.
research Updated strategies for the management, pathogenesis and molecular genetics of different forms of ichthyosis syndromes with prominent hair abnormalities
Early diagnosis and tailored treatments are crucial for managing ichthyosis syndromes with hair abnormalities.
research Trichoscopy pattern in alopecia areata: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Yellow dots and short vellus hairs are the most common signs of Alopecia Areata (AA), and trichoscopy can help diagnose AA and track treatment progress.
research Stem cell secretome as a mechanism for restoring hair loss due to stress, particularly alopecia areata: narrative review
Stem cells and their secretions could potentially treat stress-induced hair loss, but more human trials are needed.
research Effects of chemical straighteners on the hair shaft and scalp
Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.
research Diseases of Hair
research Valproate‐associated hair abnormalities: Pathophysiology and management strategies
Valproate can cause hair problems, but there are ways to manage them.
research Spontaneous Quick Resolution of Uncombable Hair Syndrome-Like Disease
A boy's hair that was frizzy and hard to comb returned to normal after 9 months, possibly due to genetic factors.
research Adult Onset Hair Casts: Nits Which Do Not Itch!
Hair casts are harmless but can be mistaken for head lice.
research The Use of Imaging Techniques in the Diagnosis of Dermatoses of the Scalp
Non-invasive imaging techniques improve scalp condition diagnosis and patient quality of life.
research Post Herpetic Itch Leading to Frictional Alopecia of Eyebrow and Scalp-A Hitherto Undescribed Phenomenon
Severe itching from shingles can cause hair loss due to rubbing.
research Diseases of Hair
research Diagnosis and treatment of cutaneous adverse effects of targeted therapy, antibody–drug conjugates, and immunotherapy in cancer patients: a national consensus statement by the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology and the Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
Early intervention and tailored management are crucial for skin side effects in cancer treatments.
research Autosomal recessive woolly hair syndrome: a series of eight patients in an Indian population
Autosomal recessive woolly hair is rare and involves tightly coiled hair without other health issues.
research Advanced medical treatments for hair loss
New hair loss treatments like stem cells and gene therapy show promise but need more research for safety and effectiveness.