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.
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90-120 / 1000+ results research Major Histocompatibility Complex Class I Chain-Related Gene A Polymorphisms and Extended Haplotypes Are Associated with Familial Alopecia Areata
Certain genetic markers, especially the MICA gene, are linked to alopecia areata.
research Hypersensitivity Reactions to Anticoagulant Drugs
Allergic reactions to blood thinners are rare but can be serious, requiring careful management and alternative treatments.
research Higher Levels of Steroidogenic Acute Regulatory Protein and Type I 3β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in the Scalp of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Men with baldness have higher levels of specific proteins, suggesting local hormone production may play a role in hair loss.
research Spontaneous Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reaction Reports: An Analysis of a 10-Year Dataset in Singapore
In Singapore, most skin reactions to drugs were in females and Chinese, often caused by painkillers, antibiotics, and some other drugs, with serious cases linked to genetics.
research Genetic Control of Cytokines
Genes affect cytokine production, which can influence chronic diseases, and certain interventions may help prevent related molecular damage.
research Adrenal 21-Hydroxylase Gene Mutations in Slovenian Hyperandrogenic Women: Evaluation of Corticotrophin Stimulation and HLA Polymorphisms in Screening for Carrier Status
The study concluded that testing hormone levels after stimulation is not reliable for identifying carriers of 21-hydroxylase deficiency; genetic testing is necessary.
research What’s Sex Got to Do With COVID-19? Gender-Based Differences in the Host Immune Response to Coronaviruses
Men generally have more severe COVID-19 cases and higher death rates than women due to biological differences.
research FOXN1 Deficient Nude Severe Combined Immunodeficiency
FOXN1 gene mutations cause a rare, severe immune disease treatable with cell or tissue transplants.
research Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Pathophysiology, Genetics, and Management
Nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a genetic disorder causing hormone imbalances, affecting fertility and requiring personalized treatment.
research Polymorphisms in the Promoter Regions of the CXCL1 and CXCL2 Genes Contribute to Increased Risk of Alopecia Areata in the Korean Population
Certain gene variations increase the risk of alopecia areata in Koreans.
research Registrars’ Symposium: Summaries of Papers
Lower adrenal hormone levels may cause hair loss in postmenopausal women, certain patterns help diagnose nail cancer, and a gene variant linked to higher skin cancer risk in kidney transplant patients suggests monitoring folate levels.
research Alopecia Areata: A Multifactorial Autoimmune Condition
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease causing patchy hair loss, often with other autoimmune disorders, but its exact causes are unknown.
research Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment
The document concludes that Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia requires personalized treatment plans to manage symptoms and fertility, with glucocorticoids being a common therapy.
research Reversible Alopecia Universalis Secondary to PEG-Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Combination Therapy in a Patient with Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection
A woman's total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment grew back after stopping the medication.
research Reversible Alopecia Universalis During Treatment with PEG-Interferon and Ribavirin for Chronic Hepatitis C
Some patients may experience temporary total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment with PEG-interferon and ribavirin.
research The Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata in Rodent Models
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune disease affecting hair follicles, influenced by genetic and environmental factors, with rodent models being essential for research.
research Endocrinology and Auxology of Siblings with Non-Classical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Siblings with signs of virilization should be tested for non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia, which does not affect adult height but may impact fertility and well-being if untreated.
research Isolation and Characterization of a Fetal-Maternal Microchimeric Stem Cell Population in Maternal Hair Follicles Long After Childbirth
Fetal-maternal stem cells in a mother's hair can help with tissue repair and regeneration long after childbirth.
research Dermatomyositis Disease in Dogs
Dogs with dermatomyositis, especially Collies and Shetland Sheepdogs, need better treatments for their skin and muscle inflammation.
research Acne-Associated Syndromes
Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.
research A Case of Red Lunulae After Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
Adjusting the medication tacrolimus resolved a boy's red nail beds after a stem cell transplant.
research Abstracts
Mice treatments didn't grow hair, a patient treatment may affect immune response, and people with hair loss often feel anxious or depressed.
research Generation of an Integration-Free Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell Line MUSIi010-A from Occipital Scalp Fibroblasts of a Male Patient with Androgenetic Alopecia
Scientists created MUSIi010-A, a stem cell line from a balding man's scalp, to study hair loss and develop potential treatments.
research Towards a Molecular Understanding of Hair Loss and Its Treatment
Future hair loss treatments should aim to extend hair growth, reactivate resting follicles, reverse shrinkage, and possibly create new follicles, with gene therapy showing promise.
research The Role of Tight Junctions in Skin Barrier Function and Dermal Absorption
Tight junctions are key for skin protection and controlling what gets absorbed or passes through the skin.
research An Update on Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.
research Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: Comprehensive Overview and Clinical Management
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for managing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia effectively.
research Menstrual Disorders in Adolescents
The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.
research Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: A Review of Etiology, Diagnosis, and Management
Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a severe skin condition often caused by drugs, with complex treatment and a high risk of death, but survivors usually heal without scars.