research Hirsutism and Virilization in the Female
The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
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research Case 1: Severe Acne – Not Just Skin Deep
Severe acne in a young girl may indicate underlying hormonal issues.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders
Different hair and scalp disorders cause hair loss or excess hair growth, with various treatments available depending on the specific condition.
research The Evaluation and Treatment of Androgen Excess
High androgen levels can cause excessive hair growth and may indicate serious health issues, including heart disease and fertility problems.
research Comparison of 15% Topical Minoxidil and Low-Level Laser Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week Clinical Trial
Minoxidil was more effective than laser therapy for hair loss, and the report also highlighted the need for more research on PRP for a different hair loss condition, the impact of social media on alopecia views, and a warning on turmeric causing nail discoloration.
research A Teenage Girl with Unexpected Pubertal Changes
The girl's unexpected pubic hair growth led to a diagnosis different from complete androgen insensitivity syndrome.
research Alopecia Areata: Comprehensive Overview and Management
The document concludes that alopecia areata is an unpredictable autoimmune hair loss condition with no cure, but various treatments exist that require personalized approaches.
research Abstracts
Get head MRI for babies with achondroplasia early, use free immunoglobulin light chains to detect certain neurodevelopmental disorders, and video calls work for speech therapy in patients with facial anomalies.
research Abstracts of 42nd National Conference of Association of Clinical Biochemists of India (ACBICON 2015)
The conference presented findings on how vitamin D levels, genetic factors, and lifestyle choices like smoking and yoga affect various health conditions and diseases.
research The Association of Urolithiasis and Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss linked to kidney stones in people under 60.
research Hepatitis C-Related Mixed Type Vitiligo in a Patient with Ivemark Syndrome
A patient with Ivemark syndrome developed mixed type vitiligo after a hepatitis C infection, showing different treatment responses and immune cell involvement in the skin.
research The Skin and Subcutaneous Tissues: Conditions, Diagnosis, and Systemic Implications
The document concludes that skin and nail changes can indicate various underlying health conditions.
research Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias in Dogs and Cats
The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
research The Cat With Alopecia
Cats lose fur due to various reasons, including allergies, infections, genetics, hormones, diet, cancer, stress, and some conditions are treatable while others are not.
research Gene Therapy: Recent Advances and Applications in Dermatology
Gene therapy shows promise for treating skin disorders and cancer, but faces technical challenges.
research Perspectives on Dermatopathology
Dermatopathology has made significant progress but many skin diseases remain incurable, requiring ongoing research.
research The IVIG Treatment Response in Autoimmune Polyendocrine Syndromes Type 2 with Anti-GAD65 Antibody-Associated Stiff Person Syndrome: A Case Report and Literature Review
IVIG therapy significantly improved symptoms in a patient with APS-2 and SPS.
research Clinical Exome Sequencing Unveils the Genetic Landscape of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Focusing on Lean and Obese Phenotypes: Implications for Cost-Effective Diagnosis and Personalized Treatment
Young women in West Bengal, India, with PCOS often have estrogen resistance, leptin receptor issues, folate deficiency, T2DM, and acanthosis, commonly linked to obesity.
research Navigating Diagnostic Uncertainty: Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Versus Keratosis Pilaris Atrophicans Faciei With Genetic Testing Insights
Genetic testing can help diagnose skin conditions but needs more research for full effectiveness.
research Case Report: A Novel Splice-Site Mutation of MTX2 Gene Caused Mandibuloacral Dysplasia Progeroid Syndrome: The First Report from China and Literature Review
A new MTX2 gene mutation caused a severe genetic disorder in a young Chinese girl.
research Nonfebrile Seizures in Pediatrics: Key Points to Remember
Early diagnosis and treatment of hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets (HVDRR) are crucial to prevent growth issues and other health problems.
research Sphingolipid Metabolism Orchestrates the Establishment of the Adult Hair Follicle Stem Cell Niche to Control Skin Homeostasis
A specific enzyme is essential for proper hair follicle stem cell development and healthy skin.
research Hyperandrogenism and Cardiometabolic Risk in Pre- and Postmenopausal Women: What Is the Evidence?
Hyperandrogenism increases heart disease risk in premenopausal women, but this risk is linked to obesity in postmenopausal women.
research Vitamin D-Dependent Rickets Type II
A 3-year-old with vitamin D-resistant rickets and severe hair loss died despite treatment, highlighting the need for improved management of the condition.
research Clinical Case of Alopecia Totalis in Pediatric Practice
An 11-year-old child with total hair loss may have a genetic autoimmune disease, and the outlook for hair regrowth is not good.
research Critical Evaluation of the Concept of Genetics in Ayurveda with Special Reference to Eight Undesired Body Types (Ashta Nindit)
Ayurveda's descriptions of genetic disorders align with modern genetic understanding.
research Atrichia With Papular Lesions Confirmed Via Genetic Testing: A Case Report
Genetic testing confirmed a young girl has Atrichia with Papular Lesions due to mutations in the hairless gene.
research Hair Greying and Its Palliative Management
Hair greying is seen as a sign of aging; temporary fixes like hair dye are used, but a balanced diet and hair care can help manage it.
research Identification of a Novel Homozygous LAMB3 Mutation in a Chinese Male With Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa and Severe Urethra Stenosis: A Case Report
A Chinese male with a new genetic mutation has a skin condition and severe urinary issues, with treatments having mixed success.
research Primary Cilia Regulate Meibomian Glands Development and Dimensions Without Impairing Lipid Composition of the Meibum
Primary cilia affect the size and oil production of eye glands but not the oil's makeup.