research Hair Loss (Alopecia or Baldness)
Baldness is often hereditary and linked to male hormones, becoming noticeable when half the hair is lost.
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research A New Locus for Hereditary Hypotrichosis Simplex Maps to Chromosome 13q12.12-12.3 in a Chinese Family
A new genetic area linked to a rare hair loss condition was found on chromosome 13 in a Chinese family.
research Genetic Disorders and Defects in Vitamin D Action
Two rare genetic diseases cause severe rickets in children due to defects in vitamin D metabolism.
research Skin Diseases in the Alpaca (Vicugna Pacos): A Literature Review and Retrospective Analysis of 68 Cases (Cornell University 1997–2006)
Many alpacas have skin diseases, with bacterial infections being the most common.
research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias
The document concludes that permanent hair loss conditions are complex, require early specific treatments, and "secondary permanent alopecias" might be a more accurate term than "secondary cicatricial alopecia."
research Two Siblings With a Novel Nonsense Mutation, p.R50X, in the Vitamin D Receptor Gene
A new gene mutation causes vitamin D-resistant rickets and hair loss in two siblings.
research Diffuse Hair Loss in Women
Many women's hair loss is due to health issues, medication, nutrition, or stress.
research Coat Problems
The chapter explains causes of hair loss and excessive hair growth in animals.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common, hereditary hair loss condition that can be slowed but not permanently reversed with available therapies.
research Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia: Unique Histopathological Findings in Skin Lesions
The document describes previously unreported unique skin changes in a rare genetic disorder called Hereditary mucoepithelial dysplasia.
research Molecular Basis of Hereditary Hair Diseases
Certain gene variants can cause inherited hair diseases, which are important to diagnose and understand for patient care.
research Treatment of Hereditary Hypotrichosis Simplex of the Scalp with Oral Minoxidil and Growth Factors
Oral minoxidil and growth factors improved hair density and thickness in a girl with hereditary hair loss.
research A Human Vitamin D Receptor Mutation Causes Rickets and Impaired Th1/Th17 Responses
A vitamin D receptor mutation causes rickets and affects immune responses.
research Mutations in the Vitamin D Receptor and Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets
Mutations in the vitamin D receptor cause hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets, leading to poor bone health and requiring high calcium doses for treatment.
research Various Types of Alopecia and Treatment Options
Alopecia, or hair loss, can be caused by genetics, illness, or certain drugs, and can be treated with synthetic or natural medications.
research Long-Term Prophylaxis With Androgens in the Management of Hereditary Angioedema in Emerging Countries
Long-term use of androgens can help manage Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) but may cause serious side effects, so alternative treatments with fewer side effects are being considered.
research The Nuclear Vitamin D Receptor: Biological and Molecular Regulatory Properties Revealed
The vitamin D receptor is crucial for bone health and affects various body systems, with mutations potentially leading to disease.
research Hereditary Chorea Associated With and Aggravated by Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A girl with hereditary chorea, likely Huntington's disease, had her condition worsened by lupus.
research Whole-Genome SNP Genotyping Mapped a Novel Locus for Hereditary Hypotrichosis on Chromosome 2q31.1–q32.2
Researchers found a new area on chromosome 2 linked to a genetic hair loss condition.
research Hair Science and Technology
The book "Hair Science and Technology" provides a deep understanding of hair biology and genetics, discusses hair growth, density, and diseases, and offers methods for managing hair loss and caring for hair growth.
research Successful Treatment of Hereditary Hypotrichosis Simplex by Platelet Rich Plasma Injection With Topical Minoxidil 2%
Combining PRP injections with minoxidil 2% effectively promotes hair growth in hereditary hair loss.
research Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis Simplex With Woolly Hair: A Report of a New Family
Two siblings were found to have a genetic condition causing progressive hair loss and woolly hair, which may often be misdiagnosed.
research Relation Between Dermal Papilla Cells and Androgenetic Alopecia
Dermal papilla cells play a key role in hair loss by responding to androgens.
research Advances in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Effective treatments for hair loss are a major focus in dermatology.
research Identification of a Novel Heterozygous Mutation in the First Japanese Case of Marie Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis
Researchers found a new genetic mutation causing a rare hair loss condition in the first Japanese child studied.
research Monilethrix: A Rare Hereditary Condition
Monilethrix is a rare genetic hair disorder that's hard to treat.
research Topical Minoxidil Therapy in Hereditary Androgenetic Alopecia
Using minoxidil on the scalp can help grow hair for people with hereditary baldness.
research Marie-Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis
A 12-year-old boy with a rare genetic condition has progressive hair loss with no effective treatment.
research Odd-Looking Hair and Progressive Alopecia in Mother and Son
Mother and son diagnosed with a rare genetic hair loss condition with no effective treatment.