research Hair Shaft Dysplasias
Hair shaft dysplasias are abnormal hair conditions that can be inherited or acquired and may signal other health issues, with limited treatment options available.
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research Uncombable Hair Syndrome and Beyond
Uncombable hair syndrome causes frizzy hair and can affect the nervous system, eyes, and ears, often co-occurring with other hair, skin, nail, and teeth conditions, and is linked to three specific gene mutations.
research Disrupted Cholesterol Biosynthesis and Hair Follicle Stem Cell Impairment in the Onset of Alopecia
Disrupted cholesterol production impairs hair follicle stem cells, leading to hair loss.
research Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects
The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.
research Keratin Disorders: From Gene to Therapy
New treatments targeting specific genes show promise for treating keratin disorders.
research Disorders of Hair in Children
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and understanding the type of hair disorder are crucial for treating hair loss in children.
research Molecular Evolution of HR, a Gene That Regulates the Postnatal Cycle of the Hair Follicle
Changes in the HR gene have influenced hair growth and may lead to hair loss conditions in humans.
research Regional Dermatology: Hair and Nail Biology, Hair Loss Conditions, and Dermatological Issues of the Mouth and Genital Regions
The document explains hair and nail biology, common hair loss conditions and treatments, oral and genital skin diseases, and the risks and treatments associated with squamous cell carcinoma.
research Diagnostic Challenges in Determining Alopecia Areata
Diagnosing alopecia areata is challenging and requires careful examination and various tests to distinguish it from other hair loss types.
research Hypotrichosis in a Child with Olmsted Syndrome
A child with Olmsted syndrome showed mild improvement in hair and skin issues with treatment.
research TRPV3 Ion Channel: From Gene to Pharmacology
The TRPV3 ion channel is important for skin and hair health and could be a target for treating skin conditions.
research Whole Genome Sequencing Analysis of Alpaca Suggests TRPV3 as a Candidate Gene for the Suri Phenotype
The TRPV3 gene variant may cause the long-haired suri alpaca coat.
research Clinicopathological Insights into the Phenotypic Variation of Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis/Wooly Hair by c.736T>A LIPH Mutation
The conclusion is that the variation in hair thinness in patients is mostly due to the amount of underdeveloped hairs, and treatments that thicken fine hairs might work for those with mild to severe conditions.
research Hair Follicular Expression and Function of Group X Secreted Phospholipase A2 in Mouse Skin
sPLA2-X is crucial for normal hair growth and follicle health.
research Botanical Extract Combined with Minoxidil Improves Hidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia Caused by p.G11R Mutations: A Case Report
Botanical extracts and Minoxidil improved hair condition in a boy with a genetic disorder.
research Wooly Hair Palmoplantar Keratoderma: A Case Report
Topical 6% salicylic acid effectively reduced skin plaques in a patient with wooly hair and palmoplantar keratoderma.
research Scalp Hair Characteristics in the Newborn Infant
Assessing newborn scalp hair can reveal important health information.
research Disorders of the Hair and Nails
The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.
research Hair Loss in Children
Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions, and it's important to diagnose these properly and support the child's mental health.
research Hair Manifestations of Systemic Disease
Hair changes can indicate systemic diseases or medication effects.
research Male Fertility and Skin Diseases
Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
research Crystalline Cataract and Uncombable Hair Syndrome in a 7-Year-Old Girl
The study found no common cause for a girl's crystalline cataract and uncombable hair, suggesting their co-occurrence might be coincidental.
research Congenital and Hereditary Skin Diseases in Bovines
Bovines can have rare inherited skin diseases with specific symptoms like hair loss, fragile skin, and abnormal porphyrin buildup.
research Alopecia Areata: Gene Expression in Skin Samples from Patients
Alopecia areata involves immune response and gene changes affecting hair loss.
research Mice With a Null Mutation of the TGFα Gene Have Abnormal Skin Architecture, Wavy Hair, and Curly Whiskers and Often Develop Corneal Inflammation
TGFα gene mutation in mice causes abnormal skin, wavy hair, curly whiskers, and sometimes eye inflammation.
research Site of Beige and Leaden Pigment Gene Expression Determined by Recombinant Embryonic Skin Grafts and Aggregation Mouse Chimaeras Employing Sash Homozygotes
Beige and leaden pigment genes act within melanocytes, affecting pigment patterns.
research Risk Factors, Prevalence, and Diagnosis of Hutchinson-Gilford Syndrome with Special Reference to Case Reports
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by a specific gene mutation, characterized by aging symptoms and managed by monitoring heart health and using low-dose aspirin.
research The Spectrum of Skin Disease Among Indian Children
The most common skin problems in Indian children are infections and eczemas.
research MendelVar: Gene Prioritization at GWAS Loci Using Phenotypic Enrichment of Mendelian Disease Genes
MendelVar is a tool that helps identify important genes by combining GWAS data with Mendelian disease information.
research Tackling Underrepresentation to Aid Understanding of Parkinson’s Disease: Progress and Further Opportunities
Addressing underrepresentation in Parkinson's research is crucial for better treatments and understanding.