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    GlossaryMonilethrix (beaded hair)

    rare genetic condition causing beaded, fragile hair shafts

    Monilethrix is a rare genetic condition that affects the hair shaft, causing it to be beaded or segmented, which makes the hair fragile and prone to breakage. This results in sparse, short, and brittle hair. The condition is usually inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern and can be diagnosed through microscopic examination of the hair.

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      Monilethrix

      research Monilethrix

      6 citations, August 2012 in “The Journal of Pediatrics”
      A 12-year-old girl was diagnosed with monilethrix, a genetic condition causing fragile, beaded hair that breaks easily, with no effective treatment available.
      Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects

      research Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects

      33 citations, March 2006 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery”
      The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.

      research Hair Anomalies in a 6-Year-Old Girl

      January 2016 in “Case reports in clinical medicine”
      A 6-year-old girl was diagnosed with a rare hair disorder called monilethrix.
      Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children

      research Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children

      30 citations, May 2004 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”
      The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for children with hair loss to prevent permanent damage, although not all conditions can be effectively treated.

      research Monilethrix

      4 citations, September 2020 in “˜The œjournal of pediatrics/˜The œJournal of pediatrics”
      A boy with monilethrix has brittle hair that breaks easily due to a genetic condition, which might improve by puberty.
      Alopecia in a 19-Month-Old Boy

      research Alopecia in a 19-Month-Old Boy

      2 citations, August 1994 in “Archives of dermatology”
      A 19-month-old boy with a rare hair disorder showed mild improvement with treatment, but his family chose gentle hair care due to limited success.
      Monilethrix

      research Monilethrix

      January 2013 in “˜The œPan African medical journal”
      Monilethrix causes short, fragile hair with no specific treatment available.
      Diseases of the Hair and Scalp

      research Diseases of the Hair and Scalp

      January 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      The book is a valuable resource for understanding hair and scalp problems but could be updated with more information on certain conditions.

      research Monilethrix

      4 citations, January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology”
      Monilethrix has no effective treatment, but avoiding hair trauma helps manage it.
      Genetics of Structural Hair Disorders

      research Genetics of Structural Hair Disorders

      17 citations, November 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
      The document concludes that over 500 genes are linked to hair disorders and this knowledge is important for creating new treatments.
      The Genetics of Hair Shaft Disorders

      research The Genetics of Hair Shaft Disorders

      59 citations, June 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      The article explains the genetic causes and symptoms of various hair disorders and highlights the need for more research to find treatments.
      Trichoscopy in Hair Shaft Disorders

      research Trichoscopy in Hair Shaft Disorders

      36 citations, August 2018 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders without pulling out hair.
      Hair Loss in Children

      research Hair Loss in Children

      30 citations, August 1983 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America”
      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.
      Hair Loss in Children: Diagnosis and Treatment

      research Hair Loss in Children: Diagnosis and Treatment

      24 citations, January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology”
      The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair loss in children is crucial due to limited treatment options and the condition's psychological impact.
      Hair Shaft Dysplasias

      research Hair Shaft Dysplasias

      19 citations, March 1988 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Hair shaft dysplasias are abnormal hair conditions that can be inherited or acquired and may signal other health issues, with limited treatment options available.
      Keratin 71 Mutations: From Water Dogs to Woolly Hair

      research Keratin 71 Mutations: From Water Dogs to Woolly Hair

      11 citations, September 2012 in “˜The œjournal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”
      A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.