research Characterization of Cutaneous Hormone Production Through Analysis of Skin Secretions
Skin produces different hormones depending on body part and sex, and a new method can measure them.
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research Ductal Breast Cancer in a Male Patient
An 86-year-old man with prostate cancer was diagnosed with a rare, low-grade breast cancer and underwent surgery but declined additional hormone therapy.
research A Rare Association of Mauriac Syndrome and Van Wyk-Grumbach Syndrome in a Young Saudi Girl with Poorly Controlled Type 1 Diabetes and Hypothyroidism: A Case Report and Brief Literature Review
A young Saudi girl with uncontrolled type 1 diabetes and hypothyroidism had two rare conditions, Mauriac syndrome and Van Wyk–Grumbach syndrome.
research Diseases of the Hair
Hair disorders include hair loss, excessive hair growth, and ingrown hairs, with various treatments available depending on the cause.
research Keratitis-Ichthyosis-Deafness Syndrome Caused by Missense Mutation in GJB2 Encoding Connexin 26 in a Chinese Patient
A Chinese man with KID syndrome had a new mutation in the GJB2 gene.
research An Adult With Hair Loss: A Rare Case of Non-Classical 3β Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Deficiency
A woman's hair loss and other symptoms were due to a rare hormone deficiency treatable with steroids.
research Postmenopausal Virilization: Rare Case of an Ovarian Tumor Not Easily Identified on Imaging
An ovarian tumor caused a woman's male-like symptoms, which improved after surgery.
research Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 4 – Case Report
Patients with one autoimmune disease should be checked for other autoimmune disorders.
research Peer Review of Human Hair Shaft Proteomic Profiling: Individual Differences, Site Specificity, and Cuticle Analysis
The research found that people's hair proteins vary, especially by ethnicity and body part, which could help identify individuals in forensic science.
research Human Hair Shaft Proteomic Profiling: Individual Differences, Site Specificity, and Cuticle Analysis
The research found that people's hair proteins vary by individual and body part, with some differences between ethnic groups, which could help in forensics.
research Segmental Cherry Angiomas Associated with Extragenital Lichen Sclerosus: A Report of Two Cases
Two patients had a rare combination of red skin spots and white scaly skin lesions not on the genitals.
research World Dermatologic Literature
Prednisone has risks for lupus patients, isotretinoin is safe for mental health, transplant patients risk skin cancer, and various treatments are effective for specific skin conditions.
research Dermatological Drugs and Topical Agents
Certain skin drugs and topical agents, including some natural extracts and fragrances, can cause allergic reactions. Some hair dyes and extensions, as well as minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, can also cause allergies. Botulinum toxin A can effectively reduce sweat but may have temporary side effects.
research Psychosis as a Late Manifestation of Sheehan’s Syndrome
Sheehan's syndrome can sometimes cause psychosis.
research An Innovative Technique of Hydrosurgery in the Treatment of Osmidrosis
Hydrosurgery is effective, safe, and causes fewer scars and complications than traditional methods.
research Immune-Mediated Coombs Negative Intravascular Hemolysis in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A woman with lupus had blood cell destruction, treated successfully with medication.
research Hair Growth Promoting Effects of Adipose Tissue-Derived Stem Cells
Fat tissue stem cells may help increase hair growth.
research Ketoconazole in Cutaneous Leishmaniasis
Ketoconazole cured about 70% of cutaneous leishmaniasis cases caused by Leishmania major.
research Lipid Levels in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia
Women with AGA have higher lipid levels, increasing heart disease risk.
research Inherited Disorders of the Hair
The document explains the genetic causes and characteristics of inherited hair disorders.
research Androgens and Hair Growth
Androgens can both increase and decrease hair growth in different parts of the body.
research Finasteride for Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
research Hair Through the Female Life Cycle
Women's hair generally gets thinner and less dense starting in their mid-thirties, with hair loss becoming more common as they age due to both genetics and environment.
research Pregnancy and the Skin
Most pregnant women experience skin changes like darkening and stretch marks, and some may have skin conditions that usually get better after giving birth.
research Premature Adrenarche: Early Maturation of Adrenal Glands in Children
Early adrenal gland maturation in young children can be normal, but other serious conditions should be ruled out first.
research Follicular Mucinosis in Association with Sézary Syndrome
A patient with Sézary syndrome showed improvement after treatment and the study suggested follicular mucinosis might indicate future lymphoma risk.
research Diagnostic and Therapeutic Assessment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
The document concludes that there are no reliable treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia, with only temporary benefits from current options.
research Laser Hair Reduction And Removal
Laser hair removal is effective for dark hair but needs improvement for nonpigmented or fine hairs.
research Hirsutism and Virilization
Hirsutism is common body hair growth due to genetics and hormones, and while not a disease, it can be distressing; virilisation includes hirsutism with other male traits and needs medical attention.
research Exacerbation of Alopecia Areata During Pegylated Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Therapy, Possibly Due to the Collapse of Hair Follicle Immune Privilege
A woman's hair loss worsened after starting hepatitis C treatment due to immune changes in her hair follicles.