research Congenital Hair Loss Disorders: Rare, But Not Too Rare
Some hair loss disorders are caused by genetic mutations affecting hair growth.
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research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome
Loose Anagen Syndrome is a hair condition where hairs can be easily pulled out, mainly affecting young girls, and may improve on its own or with treatment.
research Proteomic Tools for the Investigation of Human Hair Structural Proteins and Evidence of Weakness Sites on Hair Keratin Coil Segments
Hair proteins have weak spots in their α-helical segments.
research Management of Tinea Capitis in Childhood
To treat tinea capitis in children, oral antifungal medication is necessary, with newer drugs offering shorter treatment times than the traditional griseofulvin.
research Trichorrhexis Nodosa Secondary to Argininosuccinicaciduria
Hair thinning and loss in a girl with a rare metabolic disorder was linked to her condition.
research Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects
The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.
research Guidelines of Care for Superficial Mycotic Infections of the Skin: Tinea Capitis and Tinea Barbae
Treat scalp and beard fungal infections early with oral antifungal medication and sometimes topical therapy, avoiding unnecessary allergy tests and surgery.
research Characterization and Chromosomal Localization of Human Hair-Specific Keratin Genes and Comparative Expression During the Hair Growth Cycle
Two specific hair keratin genes are active during hair growth and decline as hair transitions to rest.
research Beyond Goosebumps: Does the Arrector Pili Muscle Have a Role in Hair Loss?
The arrector pili muscle might play a role in hair loss and needs more research to understand its impact.
research Bulge Cells of Human Hair Follicles: Segregation, Cultivation, and Properties
Researchers found that bulge cells from human hair can grow quickly in culture and have properties of hair follicle stem cells, which could be useful for skin treatments.
research Isolation and Characterization of a Novel Hair Follicle-Specific Gene, Hacl-1
Researchers found a new gene, hacl-1, that is active in mouse hair follicles during hair growth and may be important for hair biology.
research Structural Features of the Alpha-Type Filaments of the Inner Root Sheath Cells of the Guinea Pig Hair Follicle
α-type filaments in guinea pig hair follicles have unique structural features.
research Review of the Current Understanding of the Effect of Ultraviolet and Visible Radiation on Hair Structure and Options for Photoprotection
UV radiation and visible light can damage hair, but there are ways to protect it.
research Hair and Nail Relationship: A Comparative Study
Hair and nails are similar keratin structures with different shapes and growth, affected by the same diseases and environmental factors.
research Permanent Waving and Hair Straightening
Thioglycolate lotions are the most popular method for permanent waving and hair straightening.
research The Hair Follicle Bulge: A Niche for Adult Stem Cells
The hair follicle bulge is an important area for adult stem cells involved in hair growth and repair, with potential for medical use needing more research.
research Hair Shaft Dysplasias
Hair shaft dysplasias are abnormal hair conditions that can be inherited or acquired and may signal other health issues, with limited treatment options available.
research Trichoscopy Findings in Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome: Rectangular Granular Structures and Solitary Yellow Dots
Rectangular black granules, solitary yellow dots, and mostly single-hair follicles suggest Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome.
research Genetics of Structural Hair Disorders
The document concludes that over 500 genes are linked to hair disorders and this knowledge is important for creating new treatments.
research Azimuthal Scattering from Elliptical Hair Fibers
Light scatters differently from elliptical hair fibers than from circular ones, and a new model better predicts this behavior, especially for shiny highlights.
research Preclinical Studies of a Novel Polyherbal Phyto-Complex Hair Growth Promoting Cream
The herbal cream was found to be a safe and effective alternative for hair growth, similar to minoxidil.
research Clinical Relevance of Hair Microscopy in Alopecia
Hair microscopy is useful for diagnosing certain hair loss conditions but has limitations and must be interpreted carefully.
research In Vitro Methodologies to Evaluate the Effects of Hair Care Products on Hair Fiber
Different tests are used to see how hair care products affect hair, and choosing the right test is important for accurate results.
research Loose Anagen Syndrome: A Retrospective Chart Review of 37 Cases
Loose Anagen Syndrome is more common in females and may be inherited, often confused with other hair disorders, and lacks evidence for biotin treatment effectiveness.
research Minoxidil 5% Solution for Topical Treatment of Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome
Minoxidil 5% solution significantly improved hair density in a girl with loose anagen hair syndrome over 28 months, with no side effects.
research Diseases on Hair Follicles Leading to Hair Loss Part I: Nonscarring Alopecias
Common types of non-scarring hair loss have various causes and treatments, but more effective solutions are needed.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome in Children of Upper Egypt
Loose Anagen Hair syndrome occurs in dark-skinned children and often improves on its own.
research Environmental and Cosmetic Factors in Hair Loss and Damage
Environmental and cosmetic factors, including heat, chemicals, and sun exposure, can cause hair loss and damage.
research Keratin 71 Mutations: From Water Dogs to Woolly Hair
A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.
research A Function for Rac1 in the Terminal Differentiation and Pigmentation of Hair
Rac1 is essential for proper hair structure and color.