research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Reflections and Hypotheses on Etiology and Pathogenesis
FFA's causes may include environmental triggers and genetic factors.
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research Perspectives of Kennedy's Disease
Kennedy's disease leads to muscle weakness and sensory issues, has no cure but manageable symptoms, and future treatments look promising.
research Dissection of Genetic Variation and Evidence for Pleiotropy in Male Pattern Baldness
Male pattern baldness is mostly inherited, involves many genes, and is linked to other traits like early puberty and strong bones.
research Genome-Wide Association Study in Japanese Females Identifies Fifteen Novel Skin-Related Trait Associations
Researchers found 15 new genetic links to skin traits in Japanese women.
research GWAS for Male-Pattern Baldness Identifies 71 Susceptibility Loci Explaining 38% of the Risk
Researchers found 71 genetic regions linked to male pattern baldness, which account for 38% of its genetic risk.
research Sulphation Catalyzed by the Human Cytosolic Sulphotransferases: Chemical Defense or Molecular Terrorism?
Human enzymes can detoxify harmful substances but might also increase their cancer risk.
research The Biology of Hair Diversity
Hair diversity is influenced by complex genetics and environmental factors, requiring more research for practical solutions.
research Clinical, Histopathological and Immunological Characteristics of Exfoliative Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus in 25 German Short-Haired Pointers
A disease causing skin issues in young adult German short-haired pointers is hereditary, with most affected dogs not responding to treatment.
research Evaluation of the Predictive Capacity of DNA Variants Associated with Straight Hair in Europeans
Certain DNA variants can predict straight hair in Europeans but are not highly specific.
research What Does Acne Genetics Teach Us About Disease Pathogenesis?
Acne is significantly influenced by genetics, and understanding its genetic basis could lead to better, targeted treatments.
research Genetic Variants Associated with Hyperandrogenemia in PCOS Pathophysiology
Certain genetic variations are linked to increased androgen levels in PCOS, but more research is needed to understand these connections fully.
research Normal Pubertal Development in Daughters of Women With PCOS: A Controlled Study
Daughters of women with PCOS generally experience normal puberty but may have more body hair and different body fat distribution.
research Skin Disease in Pregnancy
Some skin conditions are common during pregnancy and can be safely treated without affecting the pregnancy outcome.
research Integrative Analysis of Rare Copy Number Variants and Gene Expression Data in Alopecia Areata Implicates an Etiological Role for Autophagy
The research suggests that autophagy-related genes might play a role in causing alopecia areata.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescents
The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS in teenagers is difficult and should focus on specific hormone levels and menstrual irregularities, while also considering treatment for symptoms and related health issues.
research Stem Cell Identification: In Vivo Lineage Analysis Versus In Vitro Isolation And Clonal Expansion
In vivo lineage labelling is better than in vitro methods for identifying and understanding stem cells.
research Hormonal Regulation in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Sex Hormones and Beyond - Evidence from Recent Genetic Studies
Hormones and genes affect hair growth and male baldness.
research The Genetics of Seborrheic Dermatitis: A Candidate Gene Approach and Pilot Genome-Wide Association Study
No strong genetic link to other skin conditions was found, but some genetic factors may make people more likely to get seborrheic dermatitis.
research Spontaneous Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reaction Reports: An Analysis of a 10-Year Dataset in Singapore
In Singapore, most skin reactions to drugs were in females and Chinese, often caused by painkillers, antibiotics, and some other drugs, with serious cases linked to genetics.
research Compilation of a Comprehensive Gene Panel for Systematic Assessment of Genes That Govern an Individual’s Drug Responses
Researchers found that most genes affecting drug responses are not fully covered by commercial SNP chips, suggesting the need for more comprehensive tools to optimize drug selection based on genetics.
research Hirsutism in Adolescent Females
The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
research Keratin 71 Mutations: From Water Dogs to Woolly Hair
A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview, Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Treatment
Various treatments exist for hair loss, but more research is needed for better options.
research Whole Exome Sequencing in Alopecia Areata Identifies Rare Variants in KRT82
Rare changes in the KRT82 gene are linked to a higher risk of Alopecia Areata.
research Selected Variants of the Melanocortin 4 Receptor Gene (MC4R) Do Not Confer Susceptibility to Female Pattern Hair Loss
MC4R gene variants not linked to female hair loss.
research The Androgen Receptor Gene Polyglycine Repeat Polymorphism Is Associated With Memory Performance In Healthy Chinese Individuals
Certain gene variations are linked to better memory in healthy Chinese women.
research Tracing Selection Signatures in the Pig Genome Provides Evidence for Selective Pressures on a Unique Curly Hair Phenotype in Mangalitza
Selective breeding caused the unique curly hair in Mangalitza pigs.
research Cleave But Not Leave: Astrotactin Proteins in Development and Disease
Astrotactin proteins are important for brain and skin development and are linked to several neurodevelopmental disorders.
research Variable Expressivity of Syndromic BMP4-Related Eye, Brain, and Digital Anomalies: A Review of the Literature and Description of Three New Cases
BMP4-related anomalies can cause a wide range of eye, brain, and hand/foot problems, and new cases show this variability.
research Predicting Human Appearance from DNA for Forensic Investigations
DNA can predict physical traits like eye and hair color accurately, especially in Europeans, but predicting other traits and in diverse populations needs more research.