research The Genetics of Hair Shaft Disorders
The article explains the genetic causes and symptoms of various hair disorders and highlights the need for more research to find treatments.
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research Madarosis: A Marker of Many Maladies
Losing eyelashes or eyebrows can be a sign of many different health problems and needs a careful approach to treat effectively.
research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders with Fragility—Part I
Some congenital hair disorders improve in childhood or with treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while others like Netherton syndrome and trichothiodystrophy have a poor prognosis.
research Hair Loss in Children
Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions, and it's important to diagnose these properly and support the child's mental health.
research Eyebrow Loss
Eyebrow loss has many causes and requires accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
research Evaluation of Hair Loss
Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
research Identification of Factors Contributing to Phenotypic Divergence via Quantitative Image Analyses of Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis with Homozygous c.736T>A LIPH Mutation
Different hair fiber development might explain why hair loss severity varies in patients with a specific genetic mutation, and treatments that thicken hair could help.
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 Darier Sign: A Historical Note
Dermatologists diagnose and manage melanoma more effectively than general practitioners.
research Formation of the Cornified Envelope
The cornified envelope is crucial for skin's barrier function and involves key proteins and genetic factors.
research Structure and Development of the Skin and Cutaneous Appendages
Understanding skin structure and development helps diagnose and treat skin disorders.
research Disorders of the Hair and Nails
The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.
research Papular Atrichia: A Case Report of an 8-Year-Old Girl
An 8-year-old girl has a rare, irreversible hair loss condition caused by a genetic mutation.
research Index
The document is a detailed guide on skin conditions and treatments for dermatologists.
research Therapeutic Effects of Minoxidil High Extra Combination Therapy in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
research Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia with Minoxidil
Minoxidil is used to treat hair loss.
research Congenital Atrichia Associated With Nevus Flammeus: A Rare Association
A person was born with both a rare hairless condition and a type of birthmark, which is an uncommon combination.
research Pili Torti: A Feature of Numerous Congenital and Acquired Conditions
Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
research A Clinico-Epidemiological Study of Scalp Hair Loss in Children (0–18 Years) in Kota Region, South-East Rajasthan
About 12% of children in Kota, Rajasthan, experience hair loss, mainly due to fungal infections, with early treatment advised to prevent worsening.
research Painful Thickened Skin on the Soles of the Feet
The man has a genetic skin condition called pachyonychia congenita.
research Preparation and Physicochemical Characterization of Topical Niosomal Formulation of Minoxidil and Tretinoin
A new hair loss treatment was created using minoxidil and tretinoin in stable niosomes, which effectively released the drugs over time.
research Novel Missense Mutation in the EDA Gene in a Family Affected by Oligodontia
Researchers found a new mutation in the EDA gene that likely causes missing teeth and mild skin symptoms in one family.
research Hair Loss in Children
Children's hair loss can be caused by many factors, including autoimmune diseases, emotional stress, genetics, and infections, with treatment and prognosis varying.
research Topical Cetirizine and Oral Vitamin D: A Valid Treatment for Hypotrichosis Caused by Ectodermal Dysplasia
Using cetirizine on the skin and taking vitamin D can help increase hair growth in children with hair loss from ectodermal dysplasia.
research Congenital Hair Loss Disorders: Rare, But Not Too Rare
Some hair loss disorders are caused by genetic mutations affecting hair growth.
research Molecular Genetics of Alopecias
Scientists have found specific genes linked to different hair loss conditions, which could lead to new treatments.
research Diseases of Periocular Hair
The document concludes that periocular hair disorders have various causes and treatments, and proper evaluation by specialists is important for management and prognosis.
research Trachyonychia Associated with Alopecia Areata and Secondary Onychomycosis
An 8-year-old girl had nail and hair issues that improved without specific treatment, but fungal nail infection was hard to cure.
research Exploring the Factors to Regulate Sweating by Transcriptome Analysis for Anhidrosis: Novel Role of Olfactory Receptors on Sweating via Exposing to Beta-Ionone
Sweating can potentially be controlled through olfactory receptors, with β-ionone playing a key role, and responses may vary between genders.
research Physiologic Skin Changes Associated With Pregnancy
Pregnancy often causes skin changes like darkening, stretch marks, and hair growth, which may improve after childbirth.