research Deficiency of the Human Cysteine Protease Inhibitor Cystatin M/E Causes Hypotrichosis and Dry Skin
Not having enough cystatin M/E protein causes less hair growth and dry skin.
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research Disorders of Keratinization
The chapter explains that there are many genetic skin disorders affecting skin cell formation, including both common and rare types.
research Research Snippets: Dermatological Genetics and Conditions
New gene mutations linked to skin conditions were found, bacteria and chemicals may worsen acne, a dog mutation could exist in humans, virus-like elements might be involved in psoriasis, and a vitamin D3 treatment doesn't prevent chemotherapy-related hair loss.
research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Are Associated with Monilethrix-Like Congenital Hypotrichosis
Mutations in the DSG4 gene can cause a rare hair disorder similar to monilethrix.
research The Lanceolate Hair Rat Phenotype Results from a Missense Mutation in a Calcium Coordinating Site of the Desmoglein 4 Gene
A gene mutation causes lanceolate hair in rats by disrupting hair shaft integrity.
research Scd1 ab-Xyk: A New Asebic Allele Characterized by a CCC Trinucleotide Insertion in Exon 5 of the Stearoyl-CoA Desaturase 1 Gene in Mouse
A new mouse mutation causes skin and hair defects due to a gene change.
research Nonclassic 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
Nonclassic 21-hydroxylase deficiency is a common, treatable genetic disorder causing reversible symptoms like acne and hair loss.
research Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria: Five Years of Observation with Standard Treatment - A Case Report
Standard treatment for congenital erythropoietic porphyria was ineffective over five years.
research A Rare Case of Biotinidase Deficiency
An infant with seizures and hair loss was diagnosed with biotinidase deficiency and treated successfully with biotin.
research FOXN1 Deficient Nude Severe Combined Immunodeficiency
FOXN1 gene mutations cause a rare, severe immune disease treatable with cell or tissue transplants.
research Atrichia With Papular Lesions
Accurate diagnosis of APL is crucial to avoid unnecessary treatments.
research A Rare Case of Acrodermatitis Enteropathica in a One-Year-Old Child
A one-year-old child with a genetic condition had symptoms improved by treating zinc deficiency.
research Atrichia With Papular Lesions – A Case Report
No effective treatment exists to stimulate hair growth in atrichia with papular lesions.
research Clinical, Biochemical, and Molecular Characteristics of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
21-hydroxylase deficiency causes hormone imbalances leading to various symptoms, and diagnosis involves clinical and genetic tests.
research Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type 2: A Case-Based Review of a Patient With Alopecia and Rickets
A rare genetic disease causes rickets and often hair loss in young children, which can improve with specific treatments.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Comprehensive Overview and Clinical Management
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Review
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia are crucial for preventing serious health issues and improving patient outcomes.
research Vesicle Formation and Follicular Root Sheath Separation in Mice Homozygous for Deleterious Alleles at the Balding Locus
A mutation in mice causes hair loss and skin issues due to a defect in a gene affecting cell adhesion.
research Vitamin D-Dependent Rickets Type II with Alopecia: Two Case Reports and Review of the Literature
Vitamin D-dependent rickets Type II causes bone problems and hair loss, and doesn't improve with Vitamin D treatment.
research Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Pathophysiology, Genetics, and Management
Nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic disorder causing hormone imbalances, affecting fertility and requiring personalized treatment.
research Homozygous Deletion in CDH3 and Hypotrichosis With Juvenile Macular Dystrophy
A deletion in the CDH3 gene causes a rare disorder with short hair and vision loss.
research Type II Vitamin D Dependent Rickets: A Case Report
Hair loss can be a key sign of a rare type of rickets when vitamin D treatment doesn't work and advanced tests aren't available.
research Telogen Hair Loss and Androgenetic-Like Alopecia in GAPO Syndrome
A boy with GAPO syndrome had hair loss similar to male pattern baldness without hormone issues, possibly due to skin or blood vessel problems.
research Atrichia With Papular Lesions: Dermoscopy to the Rescue
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing Atrichia with Papular Lesions in children without needing a biopsy.
research Hypotrichosis With Juvenile Macular Dystrophy
A rare genetic disease causes sparse hair and early blindness due to a gene mutation.
research C2orf37 Mutational Spectrum in Woodhouse-Sakati Syndrome Patients
Truncating mutations in the C2orf37 gene cause Woodhouse–Sakati syndrome.
research Recently Identified Forms of Epidermolysis Bullosa
Three new types of a skin blistering disease were found, caused by specific gene mutations.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Detailed Review of 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency
CAH is a genetic disorder affecting cortisol production and causing hormonal imbalances, with treatment and diagnosis varying by form and symptoms.
research Successful Induction of Oral Tolerance in Netherton Syndrome
A girl with Netherton syndrome was able to eat wheat without allergies after a special treatment.
research Hereditary Vitamin D Rickets: A Case Series in a Family
Three siblings with a genetic form of rickets showed different symptoms of the disease.