research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth mainly caused by ovarian hormones, and severe cases may require costly treatment with side effects.
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research Alopecia Associated With Syringomas
The report suggests a possible link between hair loss and hidden scalp tumors but states more evidence is needed to confirm this.
research Missense Mutation Y449H of the K10 Gene in a Patient with Severe Epidermolytic Ichthyosis
A specific gene mutation (Y449H in K10) was found in a patient with severe skin disorder.
research NIPAL4 Deletion Identified in an American Bully with Autosomal Recessive Congenital Ichthyosis and Response to Topical Therapy
An American Bully with a genetic skin condition improved significantly with specific topical treatments.
research Salt-Losing Tubulopathy and Chronic Dermatitis
Genetic testing for EGFR mutations is crucial in similar cases.
research Acquired Ichthyosis, Alopecia, and Loss of Hair Pigment Associated with Leiomyosarcoma
Removing a tumor may resolve associated skin and hair symptoms.
research A Mechanism for Topical Cutaneous Calcinosis
Epilation and DHT cause skin calcification by increasing ATP and calcium deposits.
research Medical Management of Cutaneous Lymphoma and Associated Ileus in a Labrador Dog
The dog recovered well from skin cancer and intestinal blockage after treatment.
research Allergic Contact Dermatitis from Dyes in Wigs Following Diphenylcyclopropenone Treatment
Avoiding dyed wigs and clothing improved severe allergic reactions in a woman treated with diphencyprone.
research Dermatopathia Pigmentosa Reticularis with Salzmann’s Nodular Degeneration of Cornea: A Rare Association
An 11-year-old girl with a rare skin disorder also had cornea issues and dry eye, needing careful management.
research Anxiety in the Medically Ill: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Many patients with various medical conditions experience anxiety, which worsens their quality of life and raises healthcare costs.
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.
research Wildfire Air Pollution and Increased Online Search Interest and Clinic Visits for Psoriasis
Wildfire air pollution is linked to more online searches and clinic visits for psoriasis in adults after a delay.
research Tinea Capitis in Adults
Adults with persistent scalp issues unresponsive to typical treatments should be tested for the fungal infection tinea capitis to start the right antifungal medication.
research Read-Through for Nonsense Mutations in Type XVII Collagen-Deficient Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa
A new therapy for a skin blistering condition has not been developed yet.
research Novel Association of Trichothiodystrophy With Autoimmune Thyroiditis and Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia: A Case Report
A child with trichothiodystrophy also had autoimmune thyroiditis and anemia, which is a new finding.
research Cetuximab-Induced Hypertrichosis of the Scalp and Eyelashes
A cancer drug caused unusual hair growth on a 100-year-old man's scalp and eyelashes.
research Case of Epidermolytic Ichthyosis with a Novel L157P Mutation in KRT10 Complicated by Hypercalcemia
A man with a rare skin condition and a new gene mutation developed high calcium levels due to his treatment.
research Efficacy and Safety of Anthralin in Combination with Diphenylcyclopropenone in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Case Series
Combining DPCP and anthralin helps regrow hair in some alopecia areata patients.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Folliculotropic Disease of Innate Immune Barrier Dysfunction?
Hidradenitis suppurativa is a skin disease caused by the breakdown of the skin's natural immune barriers, especially around hair follicles.
research Lichen Planopilaris Caused by Wig Attachment: A Case of Koebner Phenomenon in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Wearing a wig caused a skin condition to develop in a woman with hair loss.
research Hair Loss Associated With Escitalopram: Do SSRIs Affect Melatonin at the Hair Follicle?
The antidepressant escitalopram likely caused hair loss in a patient.
research Indications for Peripheral and Central Sensitization in Patients With Chronic Scalp Pain (Trichodynia)
Chronic scalp pain in trichodynia involves both body-wide and localized increased pain sensitivity.
research Tissue and Circulating MicroRNA Co-expression Analysis Shows Potential Involvement of miRNAs in the Pathobiology of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Certain microRNAs might help identify and understand Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.
research Treatment of Alopecia Universalis with Topical Janus Kinase Inhibitors – A Double Blind, Placebo, and Active Controlled Pilot Study
Topical JAK inhibitors may help treat alopecia universalis by promoting hair regrowth.
research Safety and Efficacy of Transdermal Testosterone for Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.
research Thyroid Hormone Action on Skin
Thyroid hormones affect skin texture, hair and nail growth, and can cause skin diseases related to thyroid problems.
research Sparse Hairs Below Frontal Hairline Are Early Sign of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men
Sparse hairs below frontal hairline can indicate early male balding.
research Alopecia Areata in 2 Patients Treated with Dupilumab: New Onset and Worsening
Dupilumab for atopic dermatitis may cause new or worsen existing alopecia areata.
research Disorders of Hair in Infants and Children Other Than Alopecia
A mushroom extract might reduce hair loss and liver damage caused by certain chemotherapy drugs in animals.