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GlossaryGenetic Skin Disorders

conditions caused by gene mutations affecting skin's structure or function

Genetic Skin Disorders, also known as Inherited or Hereditary Skin Disorders, are conditions caused by mutations in genes that affect the skin's structure, function, or appearance. These disorders can manifest in various ways, such as abnormal skin pigmentation, blistering, or scaling, and are often present from birth or develop early in life. Examples include conditions like epidermolysis bullosa and ichthyosis.

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research Inherited Disorders of Corneocyte Proteins

11 citations, January 2010 in “Current problems in dermatology”

Ichthyoses are genetic skin disorders that affect the skin's barrier function.

research Disorders of Keratinization

November 2014

The chapter explains that there are many genetic skin disorders affecting skin cell formation, including both common and rare types.

research Dermatological Diseases from a Genetic Perspective

April 2023 in “Medizinische Genetik”

New gene discoveries have improved diagnosis and treatment for skin and hair disorders, but more research is needed to fully understand them.

research Analogs of Human Genetic Skin Disease in Domesticated Animals

3 citations, March 2017 in “International journal of women’s dermatology”

Some domesticated animals have the same genetic skin diseases as humans, which can help doctors understand human genetic mutations.

research Structure and Development of the Skin and Cutaneous Appendages

1 citations, July 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Understanding skin structure and development helps diagnose and treat skin disorders.

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community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 1 year ago

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 4 months ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Please stop looking for a natural way to stop your hairloss

in Chat 369 upvotes 3 years ago

No natural way to stop hair loss, pharmaceuticals only option. Users discuss Minoxidil, Finasteride, natural remedies, and healthy scalp importance.

community So does oral minoxidil age your skin or not

in Minoxidil 41 upvotes 8 months ago

Oral minoxidil may cause dry skin and dark eye bags but doesn't significantly age the skin. Topical minoxidil is toxic to cats, and some users prefer finasteride.

community How does hair loss and recovery work?

in Chat 12 upvotes 3 months ago

Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.

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