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GlossaryMonilethrix

rare genetic condition causing beaded, fragile hair shafts

Monilethrix is a rare genetic condition that affects the hair shaft, causing it to be beaded or segmented, which makes the hair fragile and prone to breakage. This results in sparse, short, and brittle hair. The condition is usually inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern and can be diagnosed through microscopic examination of the hair.

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research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Are Associated with Monilethrix-Like Congenital Hypotrichosis

74 citations, January 2006 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Mutations in the DSG4 gene can cause a rare hair disorder similar to monilethrix.

research Treatment of Monilethrix with Oral Minoxidil

37 citations, May 2016 in “JAAD case reports”

Oral minoxidil shows promise in treating monilethrix-related hair loss.

research Monilethrix Treated with Oral Retinoids

26 citations, May 1991 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”

Oral etretinate improved hair length and reduced beading in monilethrix.

research Monilethrix Treated with the Oral Retinoid Ro 10-9359 (Tigason)

24 citations, July 1983 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

Tigason improved hair growth in a boy with monilethrix without side effects.

research Monilethrix Treated with Minoxidil

23 citations, January 2011 in “International Journal of Immunopathology and Pharmacology”

Minoxidil 2% effectively treats Monilethrix without side effects.

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