42 citations,
January 2008 in “SKINmed/Skinmed” The article explains how to diagnose and manage certain types of scarring hair loss.
3 citations,
April 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A 19-year-old man had a rare skin condition on one side of his face that looked like another skin disease.
October 2023 in “Journal of dermatological science” New mutations in MBTPS2 reduce its function and cause IFAP syndrome with unusual symptoms.
75 citations,
September 1985 in “Archives of dermatology” Two boys had a rare skin condition needing to be differentiated from similar disorders, with unclear inheritance due to few cases.
3 citations,
January 2015 in “Indian journal of paediatric dermatology” Oral isotretinoin temporarily improved skin symptoms in a child with IFAP syndrome.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “Annals of Dermatology” A new mutation in the MBTPS2 gene causes a mild form of IFAP syndrome.
December 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” An 8-year-old Saudi boy was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder causing hair loss, skin issues, and light sensitivity.
47 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of dermatology” Understanding the genetics of rare inherited ichthyosis syndromes is key for better treatments and genetic counseling.
January 2023 in “Revista Paulista de Pediatria” A Brazilian male with IFAP syndrome has a unique genetic variant causing his condition.
5 citations,
January 2012 in “International journal of trichology” A 2-year-old boy had no hair and unusual organ placement, and it's unclear if it's genetic or coincidental.
1 citations,
May 2023 in “Frontiers in endocrinology” A new MBTPS2 gene variant disrupts fat metabolism and collagen production, causing Osteogenesis imperfecta.
2 citations,
January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document explains the genetic causes and characteristics of inherited hair disorders.
43 citations,
December 2013 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Genetic mutations can cause hair growth disorders by affecting key genes and signaling pathways.
43 citations,
August 2013 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Trichoscopy is good for diagnosing and monitoring hair and scalp problems in children but needs more research for certain conditions.
39 citations,
October 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 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.
34 citations,
February 2018 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Bimatoprost is safe and effective for improving eyebrow hair.
30 citations,
July 2010 in “Experimental Dermatology” Polyamines are important for hair growth, but more research is needed to understand their functions and treatment potential.
29 citations,
January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Eyebrow loss has many causes and requires accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
25 citations,
July 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.
23 citations,
November 2001 in “Archives of Dermatology” Genetic discoveries are key for understanding, diagnosing, and treating inherited hair and nail disorders.
16 citations,
June 2015 in “Pediatric dermatology” Lichen Planopilaris in teens is rare, often misdiagnosed, and responds well to steroids.
Genetic testing can help diagnose skin conditions but needs more research for full effectiveness.
August 2015 in “Dermatología Argentina” Frontal fibrosing alopecia causes hairline recession and eyebrow loss in postmenopausal women.
43 citations,
March 2009 in “Archives of dermatology” No treatment showed clear superiority for lichen planopilaris.
12 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian dermatology online journal” The document reports a unique case of woolly hair with a combination of conditions not previously seen together.
July 2023 in “Developmental medicine and child neurology/Developmental medicine & child neurology” DFMO treatment improves hair growth, muscle tone, and development in Bachmann-Bupp syndrome patients.
January 2018 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” A child with Olmsted syndrome showed mild improvement in hair and skin issues with treatment.
September 2021 in “Mağallaẗ al-Muẖtar li-l-ʿulūm” Two sisters have rare hair disorders causing short, fragile, kinky hair.
6 citations,
February 2019 in “JAAD case reports” Acitretin helped improve hand mobility and skin condition in a patient.
175 citations,
April 1982 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Isotretinoin is highly effective in treating severe acne, rosacea, and gram-negative folliculitis.