research Acanthosis Nigricans, Insulin Resistance, And Cutaneous Virilism
Patients with acanthosis nigricans often have insulin resistance and signs of increased male hormones, but treatment targeting these male hormones is generally ineffective.
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research Cushing Syndrome from Percutaneous Absorption of 1% Hydrocortisone Ointment in Netherton Syndrome
Low-potency steroids can cause serious side effects in people with skin conditions like Netherton syndrome.
research Hair Follicle Biology and Topical Minoxidil: Possible Mechanisms of Action
Minoxidil stimulates hair growth by increasing hair thickness and prolonging growth phase.
research Clinical Relevance of Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone Metabolism in Women
Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone play a role in women's health issues like excess hair and baldness, and treatments blocking these hormones may help.
research Alopecia Areata in a Rhesus Monkey (Macaca Mulatta)
The monkey's hair loss was due to an autoimmune disease, not genetics.
research A Japanese Case of Ichthyosis Follicularis with Atrichia and Photophobia Syndrome with an MBTPS2 Mutation
A Japanese patient with IFAP syndrome had a severe MBTPS2 gene mutation but showed milder symptoms than previously observed cases.
research Addisonian Crisis in a Young Man with Atypical Anorexia Nervosa
A young man with an eating disorder had a life-threatening adrenal crisis due to an autoimmune condition, highlighting the need for better education on managing hormone treatments.
research Rapid Full Engraftment and Successful Immune Reconstitution After Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation With Reduced Intensity Conditioning in Omenn Syndrome
A five-month-old boy with Omenn syndrome successfully recovered after a stem cell transplant with reduced intensity conditioning.
research Androgenetic Alopecia, Trichotrophic Substances, and Histologic Studies of the Human Scalp
Minoxidil promotes hair growth but exact mechanism is unknown.
research Hair Diseases: A Big Problem on a Small Surface
Many hair diseases, including those caused by medications and psychological issues, can lead to hair loss and require proper treatment and specialist care.
research Ichthyosis Fetalis in a Cross-Bred Lamb
A cross-bred lamb with severe skin and movement issues had ichthyosis fetalis but normal vitamin A levels.
research Clinical Case of a Patient with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy – From Symptom to Diagnosis
Accurate diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy requires thorough neurological assessments and MRI.
research Ichthyosis Follicularis with Alopecia and Photophobia Syndrome (IFAP): A Case Report and Review of the Literature
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
research Categorization of Long-Lasting Hair Changes in Patients After Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplants
Patients often experience long-lasting changes to their hair after stem cell transplants.
research Systemic Antifungals: Overview, Applications, and Costs
Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.
research Contents
The document discusses how to identify and manage common skin conditions in children.
research Severe Insulin Resistance in a Pediatric Patient: Key Areas to Address in Screening
The case emphasizes the need for careful screening in children for insulin resistance and related conditions.
research Immunology and Genetics
The document concludes that Borrelia afzelii causes a skin condition in France, a gene is linked to hair loss in Caucasian women, and various genetic mutations affect skin diseases.
research Women And Epilepsy: Reproductive Life And Epilepsy
Antiepileptic drugs can cause cosmetic side effects and affect menstrual cycles, fertility, and bone health in women with epilepsy.
research Westwood Carolina Conference on Clinical Dermatology
The conference concluded that understanding hair and nail disorders is important, iron deficiency may be linked to hair loss, and while some treatments for skin conditions are effective, they may have risks and high costs.
research Dermatoses of Pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
research Coats' Plus: A Progressive Familial Syndrome of Bilateral Coats' Disease, Characteristic Cerebral Calcification, Leukoencephalopathy, Slow Pre- and Post-Natal Linear Growth, and Defects of Bone Marrow and Integument
Coats' Plus is a genetic disorder with eye abnormalities, brain calcification, poor growth, bone and skin issues, and movement disorders.
research Progress on the Road to Better Medical Care for Transgender Patients
The conclusion is that published guidelines are improving transgender medical care, but more research and education in transgender medicine are needed.
research The Surgical Treatment of Cicatricial Alopecia
The document concludes that surgery is a preferred treatment for cicatricial alopecia, with the method chosen based on individual factors and may require multiple sessions and careful postoperative care.
research Acquired Scalp Alopecia: A Review
Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
research 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Responses to Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Reveal Distinct Phenotypes of Functional Ovarian Hyperandrogenism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The research found that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has two distinct types, with one having more severe hormone and insulin issues.
research The Spectrum of Hair Loss in Patients with Mycosis Fungoides and Sézary Syndrome
Some patients with mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome experience hair loss, which may be similar to alopecia areata or linked to skin lesions, possibly due to abnormal T cells, and bexarotene can help treat it.
research Hair Loss in Women: A Study at Sheffield Royal Infirmary (1959-1966)
Hair loss in women often doesn't follow a pattern, isn't linked to age, may be genetic, and can be related to thyroid issues or other health factors.
research Syphilis: The Great Imitator
Syphilis has a wide range of symptoms that can look like other diseases, and if not treated, it can progress to a more serious stage, especially in HIV-positive patients.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Long-Term Health Consequences
Women with PCOS have a higher risk of diabetes, heart problems, certain cancers, and mental health issues, but early treatment can help manage these risks.