research Genetic Hair Disorders: A Review
The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.
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540-570 / 1000+ results research The Genetic Architecture of Alopecia Areata
Genetic discoveries are leading to new treatments for alopecia areata.
research Diagnosis and Management of Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Experience of the UK National Diagnostic Service, Sheffield
The UK's EDS National Diagnostic Service found that early diagnosis, lifestyle advice, and regular check-ups are crucial for managing vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. A combination of losartan and bisoprolol can reduce vascular events, improving survival and quality of life.
research Phenotypic Heterogeneity in Human Genetic Diseases: Ultrasensitivity-Mediated Threshold Effects as a Unifying Molecular Mechanism
Different people show different symptoms for genetic diseases because of how sensitive their bodies are to small changes in important factors.
research Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis of Tertiary Androgenetic Alopecia With Severe Alopecia Areata Based on High-Resolution MRI
High-resolution MRI can distinguish between tertiary androgenetic alopecia and severe alopecia areata by measuring scalp and tissue thickness and hair follicle depth.
research Acquired Scalp Alopecia: A Review
Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
research Update on the Genetics of Androgenetic Alopecia, Female Pattern Hair Loss, and Alopecia Areata: Implications for Molecular Diagnostic Testing
Genetic factors affect hair loss, and molecular testing may help predict, diagnose, and treat it.
research Marie-Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Marie-Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis is a rare genetic condition causing sparse hair growth, requiring specific recognition for proper care.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Pathogenesis and Management
Hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic skin disease, can be managed with antibiotics, lifestyle changes, and in severe cases, surgery. Early diagnosis and careful planning are key, and laser treatment can be an efficient solution for mild to severe cases.
research Evaluation and Treatment of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Early diagnosis and treatment, using finasteride, minoxidil, or hair transplantation, improves hair loss outcomes.
research Trichoscopy in Genetic Hair Shaft Abnormalities
Trichoscopy is a quick and easy way to diagnose most genetic hair problems without invasive methods.
research De Novo Single-Nucleotide and Copy Number Variation in Discordant Monozygotic Twins Reveals Disease-Related Genes
The research found genetic differences in identical twins that could explain why one twin has a disease while the other does not.
research MicroRNA-21 in Skin Fibrosis: Potential for Diagnosis and Treatment
MicroRNA-21 could help diagnose and treat skin fibrosis.
research Hair Physiology and Its Disorders
Different hair growth problems are caused by genetic issues or changes in hair growth cycles, and new treatments are being developed.
research Pemphigus Vulgaris in Only One of Two Monozygotic Twins
Genetic factors alone might not cause pemphigus vulgaris; other factors like birth complications and puberty may trigger it.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planopilaris in HLA-Identical Mother and Daughter
A mother and daughter with similar hair loss conditions and identical HLA types suggest a genetic link between the conditions.
research Evaluation of Scalp Hair Density and Diameter in the Arab Population: Clinical Office-Based Phototrichogram Analysis
Arab hair is generally thicker but less dense compared to other ethnicities, affecting hair disorder diagnosis and treatment.
research A Newborn With Hair Loss
The baby’s hair loss was due to a rare genetic condition, not treatable by usual methods.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Deficiency in a Saudi Girl
A Saudi individual initially identified as a girl had a genetic disorder affecting gender development.
research Nonfebrile Seizures in Pediatrics: Key Points to Remember
Early diagnosis and treatment of hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets (HVDRR) are crucial to prevent growth issues and other health problems.
research Acrodermatitis Enteropathica – Diagnostic Challenges
Genetic testing confirmed a rare skin disorder in a young girl, which improved with zinc supplementation.
research A Brazilian Case of IFAP Syndrome With Severe Congenital Ichthyosis and Limb Malformations Caused by a Rare Variant in MBTPS2
A Brazilian male with IFAP syndrome has a unique genetic variant causing his condition.
research British Society for Pediatric Dermatology Annual Meeting, Sheffield, 18-19 November 2016
The meeting highlighted the importance of genetic testing and multidisciplinary approaches in pediatric dermatology.
research Study Design for the Stanford Dermatology Personal Genomics Project
The project aimed to understand how genetic test results affect patients' actions and feelings in dermatology.
research A Genetic Test for Androgenetic Alopecia: Polymorphisms in the Androgen Receptor Gene Provide a Genetic Screening Test for Androgenetic Alopecia and Earlier Medical Intervention
A genetic test can identify people at risk of male pattern baldness early, allowing for quicker treatment.
research Loss-Of-Function Mutations of an Inhibitory Upstream ORF in the Human Hairless Transcript Cause Marie Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis
Certain mutations in a hair growth-related gene cause a type of genetic hair loss.
research A PAX1 Enhancer Locus Is Associated With Susceptibility to Idiopathic Scoliosis in Females
A genetic region near the PAX1 gene is linked to a higher risk of scoliosis in females.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical Features, Classification, and Treatments
Male pattern hair loss is genetic and influenced by hormones, with treatments like minoxidil and surgery available.
research The Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is likely caused by a combination of genetic factors and immune system dysfunction, and may represent different diseases with various causes.
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.