research Alopecia as a Systemic Disease
Hair loss can indicate or worsen with systemic diseases, and treating the underlying condition is important.
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research Skin Transcriptome Profiling of Changthangi Goats Highlights the Relevance of Genes Involved in Pashmina Production
Changthangi goats have specific genes that help produce Pashmina wool.
research A Case of Cicatricial Alopecia Associated With Pemphigus: A Case Report
The link between pemphigus and the patient's scarring hair loss is still unclear.
research Generating Detailed Intercellular Communication Patterns in Psoriasis at the Single-Cell Level Using Social Networking, Pattern Recognition, and Manifold Learning Methods to Optimize Treatment Strategies
New insights into cell communication in psoriasis suggest innovative drug treatments.
research Complementary Evolution of Coding and Noncoding Sequence Underlies Mammalian Hairlessness
Hairless mammals have genetic changes in both their protein-coding and regulatory sequences related to hair.
research IL-9 Mediated Human Primary Keratinocytes Invasion Is Dependent on MLC Controlled Contractility and Independent of MMP Activity
IL-9 increases skin cell movement but decreases their ability to invade, and this effect is controlled by cell contractility, not by MMPs.
research Imaging Nanoscale Changes in Desmosome Protein Organization
Desmoglein 3 organization in cell connections changes without calcium, affecting cell adhesion.
research Alopecia Areata as a Complication of Hair Restoration Surgery
Hair transplant surgery may cause alopecia areata, a new possible complication.
research Using the Frog Embryonic Epidermis as a Model to Study Desmosome Function During Development
Frog skin cells need the protein desmoplakin for proper development and cell layer formation.
research Biology and Genetics of Hair
The document concludes that understanding the genes and pathways involved in hair growth is crucial for developing treatments for hair diseases.
research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Are Associated with Monilethrix-Like Congenital Hypotrichosis
Mutations in the DSG4 gene can cause a rare hair disorder similar to monilethrix.
research Congenital Hair Loss Disorders: Rare, But Not Too Rare
Some hair loss disorders are caused by genetic mutations affecting hair growth.
research Whole-Genome Bisulfite Sequencing of Goat Skins Identifies Signatures Associated with Hair Cycling
DNA methylation changes are linked to hair growth cycles in goats.
research Transcriptomic Inspection Revealed a Possible Pathway Regulating the Formation of the High-Quality Brush Hair in Chinese Haimen Goat (Capra Hircus)
Scientists found genes linked to the growth of high-quality brush hair in Chinese Haimen goats.
research White Piedra Caused by Trichosporon Inkin: A Report of Two Cases in a Northern Climate
White piedra, a rare fungal infection, was diagnosed in two women in a northern climate.
research Dermal Fibroblasts Enhance Growth Factors Production by Androgens and Modulate Keratinocyte Proliferation and Differentiation
Androgens increase growth factors in skin cells, which may lead to acne.
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 A Function for Rac1 in the Terminal Differentiation and Pigmentation of Hair
Rac1 is essential for proper hair structure and color.
research Recent Advances in Congenital Ichthyoses
New genes linked to ichthyosis were found, but there's still no cure; treatment options are improving.
research Decreased Benzothiazole-Type Pheomelanin in Regrown Brown Hair in Alopecia Areata
The girl's regrown brown hair had less of certain pigments than her original black hair.
research Single-Cell Transcriptomics Defines Keratinocyte Differentiation in Avian Scutate Scales
The research identified two types of keratinocytes in chicken scales: one for hard scales and another for soft skin, with similarities to human skin differentiation.
research Role of Fibroblast DPP4 in Wound Healing, Scarring, and Regeneration
DPP4 is important for scarring and skin regeneration, and managing its activity could improve skin healing treatments.
research Structural and Biochemical Changes Underlying a Keratoderma-Like Phenotype in Mice Lacking Suprabasal AP1 Transcription Factor Function
Inhibiting AP1 in mice skin causes structural changes and weakens the skin barrier.
research Immunopathology and Immunotherapy of Inflammatory Skin Diseases
New targeted immunotherapies are improving treatment for inflammatory skin diseases.
research Klhl24-Mediated Hair Follicle Stem Cells Structural Disruption Causes Alopecia
A faulty KLHL24 gene leads to hair loss by damaging hair follicle stem cells.
research Development of a Desmocollin-3 Active Mouse Model Recapitulating Human Atypical Pemphigus
Anti-Desmocollin 3 antibodies can cause pemphigus-like symptoms in mice.
research Role of BNC1 in Keratinocytes Proliferation and Migration: A Critical Regulator of Wound Healing?
Basonuclin 1 (BNC1) helps skin cells multiply and move, which is crucial for wound healing.
research New Developments in the Molecular Treatment of Ichthyosis: Review of the Literature
New treatments for ichthyosis, like protein replacement and gene therapy, show promise and may become standard care.
research Transgenic Kallikrein 14 Mice Display Major Hair Shaft Defects Associated with Desmoglein 3 and 4 Degradation, Abnormal Epidermal Differentiation, and IL-36 Signature
Mice with extra human KLK14 had hair and skin problems, including weaker cell bonds and inflammation, linked to Netherton syndrome.
research Homozygous Nonsense Mutation in DSC3 Resulting in Skin Fragility and Hypotrichosis
A boy's skin fragility and sparse hair were caused by a genetic mutation affecting skin cell adhesion.