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.
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research Focal Hypertrichosis During Topical Tacrolimus Therapy for Childhood Vitiligo
An 8-year-old girl with vitiligo developed extra hair growth on her knee after using tacrolimus ointment.
research Transmasculine Hormone Therapy: Dermatologic, Genital, Sexual, and Cardiovascular Effects and Safety Concerns
Testosterone therapy for transmasculine individuals is generally safe with medical supervision, improves mental health, and has mixed effects on physical health.
research Fox Fordyce Disease in a Prepubertal Girl
A 10-year-old girl with Fox Fordyce disease improved with treatment, suggesting the disease can occur before puberty and might be underdiagnosed in young girls.
research Genetic Hair Disorders: A Review
The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.
research Methotrexate for Generalized Pustular Psoriasis in a 2-Year-Old Child
Methotrexate effectively treated a 2-year-old's generalized pustular psoriasis without side effects.
research Hypopigmented Mycosis Fungoides in a Child Successfully Treated with UVA1 Light
UVA1-light therapy successfully treated a child's skin condition, mycosis fungoides.
research Geographic Tongue in Two Children with Nonpustular Psoriasis
Fox Fordyce disease might be more common in prepubertal girls than thought and can be managed with treatment.
research Cutaneous Mastocytosis in Children: An Indian Experience
Fox Fordyce disease can occur in prepubertal girls and may be underdiagnosed.
research Impaired Prolactin-Lowering Effects of Metformin in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin lowers prolactin in women without PCOS but not in those with PCOS, where it reduces other hormones instead.
research Changes in Bone Mineral Density in Women with Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Correlations with Hair-Loss Stages: A Cross-Sectional Study
Women with early-onset baldness should be checked for early bone loss, but bone density doesn't change with baldness severity.
research Reply to Early Onset Effluvium Secondary to COVID-19 and Body-Hair Effluvium
COVID-19 can cause different types of hair loss, which may last up to 100 days, and treatments are still being explored.
research Ultrastructural Evidence for Anagen Hair Follicle Infection with SARS-CoV-2 in Early-Onset COVID-19 Effluvium
COVID-19 may cause early hair loss by infecting hair follicles.
research Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia in China: A Descriptive Study of a Large Outpatient Cohort
Early hair loss common in Chinese males, linked to family history and smoking; early treatment advised.
research Early Onset Androgenic Alopecia in Males, a Marker for Metabolic Syndrome? A Case Control Study
Early hair loss in young men is linked to higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
research Early Onset Androgenic Alopecia: Not a Cosmetic Problem but a Sign of Lifetime Risk Factors. Male Phenotypic Equivalent of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Is There a Male Phenotype of PCOS
Early hair loss in men may signal broader health issues similar to PCOS in women.
research Early Onset Androgenic Alopecia as the Male Phenotypic Equivalent of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Is Associated with High Oxidative Stress
Men with early hair loss may have higher health risks similar to women with PCOS.
research The Role of Oxidative Stress in Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia
Oxidative stress increases in early hair loss, and family history plays a role; antioxidants may help future treatments.
research Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Endocrine Disruptors
Endocrine disruptors may cause early hair loss.
research Prevalence of Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Its Relation with Lifestyle and Dietary Habits
Unhealthy lifestyle and diet may increase the risk of early hair loss in young men.
research Hypertension and Aldosterone Levels in Women with Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia
Women with early hair loss have higher blood pressure and aldosterone; screening and treatment may help.
research Implications of Cigarette Smoking on Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia: A Cross-Sectional Study
Smoking increases early hair loss risk in men; quitting may help prevent it.
research Gonadal Profile in Men with Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia: Does a Male PCOS-Equivalent Syndrome Exist?
Men with early hair loss and certain health factors may have a higher risk of developing reproductive issues, similar to polycystic ovary syndrome in women.
research Researchers Link Early Hair Loss and Prostate Cancer
Early hair loss may increase the risk of prostate cancer, especially in African American men and those with frontal baldness.
research Six Novel Susceptibility Loci for Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Unexpected Association with Common Diseases
Six new genetic regions linked to early hair loss also connect to Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer, possibly leading to new treatments.
research Glycolipid and Hormonal Profiles in Young Men with Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia: A Meta-Analysis
Young men with early hair loss have slightly worse blood sugar and fat levels, suggesting possible health risks and need for monitoring.
research Increased DHEAS and Decreased Total Testosterone Serum Levels in a Subset of Men with Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia: Does a Male PCOS-Equivalent Exist?
Some men with early hair loss may have a male version of PCOS, affecting hormones and increasing health risks.
research Evaluation of Serum Amyloid A3 in Young Adult Males with Early Onset of Androgenic Alopecia
Young men with early hair loss and high SAA3 levels are at higher risk for heart disease.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Six Novel Susceptibility Loci for Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Unexpected Association with Common Diseases
Six new genes linked to early hair loss were found, which also surprisingly connect to Parkinson's disease and lower fertility.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Six Novel Susceptibility Loci for Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Unexpected Association with Common Diseases
Six new genes linked to early hair loss were found, which also surprisingly connect to Parkinson's disease and lower fertility.