research Analysis of DNA in Hair Fibers
Small amounts of DNA can be found in the hair shaft, especially near the root, but it decreases with hair treatments and washing.
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research Overview of Lichen Planopilaris: Diagnosis and Treatment
Lichen Planopilaris is a hair loss condition best treated early with various medications, including hydroxychloroquine, to prevent permanent baldness.
research Study of Human Leukocyte Antigen in 13 Cases of Familial Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: CYP21A2 Gene p.V281L Mutation from Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Linked to HLA Class I Haplotype HLA-A*33:01; B*14:02; C*08:02 as a Genetic Marker
A genetic marker linked to a type of hair loss was found in most patients studied.
research Genomewide Scan for Linkage Reveals Evidence of Several Susceptibility Loci for Alopecia Areata
Certain genes on chromosomes 6, 10, 16, and 18 may increase the risk of alopecia areata.
research Potential Etiological Factors in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
The exact cause of frontal fibrosing alopecia is unknown, but it's not likely due to sunscreen.
research Association of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis with Human Leukocyte Antigen and Killer Cell Immunoglobulin-Like Receptor Gene Frequency: A Multiethnic Population Study
Certain immune system genes are linked to a higher risk of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, while others may offer protection.
research Genetic Basis of Alopecia Areata
More research is needed to understand the genetic causes of Alopecia areata to develop better treatments.
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 Linear Immunoglobulin A/Immunoglobulin G Bullous Dermatosis Associated with Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease
A man had two rare autoimmune diseases that might be connected.
research A Comparative Analysis of Immune Privilege in Pregnancy and Cancer in the Context of Checkpoint Blockade Immunotherapy
The document concludes that pregnancy and cancer share immune evasion tactics, but more research is needed before using checkpoint blockade immunotherapy in pregnant cancer patients to avoid harm to the placenta.
research Alopecia Areata: Pathogenesis, Genetic Factors, and Treatments Using Mouse Models
The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.
research Increased Frequency of Heterozygosity for 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency Among Hirsute Females
Women with excessive hair growth or polycystic ovary disease may more often carry a gene variant for 21 hydroxylase deficiency.
research HLA-B27 Antigen in Women With Ankylosing Spondylitis
Most women with ankylosing spondylitis tested positive for HLA-B27, suggesting it's useful for diagnosis.
research Expression of HLA-DR in Hair Follicles in Alopecia Areata
research Alopecia Areata: Autoimmune Nature, Genetic Associations, and Treatments
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease with genetic links, treatable with certain medications, and can affect mental health.
research Alopecia Areata After HLA-Identical Bone Marrow Transplant from an Affected Sibling Donor
Alopecia areata can be transferred through stem cell transplants from affected siblings.
research Alopecia Areata: Clinical Review and Treatment Approaches
Alopecia Areata has no guaranteed treatment for hair regrowth, but options like corticosteroids and minoxidil are used, with future research focusing on genetic and immune therapies.
research Exacerbation of Alopecia Areata During Pegylated Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Therapy, Possibly Due to the Collapse of Hair Follicle Immune Privilege
A woman's hair loss worsened after starting hepatitis C treatment due to immune changes in her hair follicles.
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 Clinical and Genetic Aspects of Alopecia Areata: A Cutting Edge Review
Hair loss from Alopecia Areata is caused by both genes and environment, with several treatments available but challenges in cost and relapse remain.
research Alopecia Areata Is Associated With MICA and an Extended HLA Haplotype
Certain genes are linked to the risk of developing Alopecia Areata.
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 Identification of Drug-Specific Public TCR Driving Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions
Researchers found a specific immune receptor in patients that causes severe skin reactions to a drug.
research Computer-Assisted Epitope Prediction Revealed Potential Autoantigens Associated with Human Alopecia Areata
Melanogenesis-related proteins may trigger immune responses in alopecia areata patients.
research The Genetic Basis of Dermatophytosis Skin Infection Susceptibility
Genetic factors affecting skin health and body weight may increase the risk of dermatophytosis.
research FOXN1 Deficient Nude Severe Combined Immunodeficiency
FOXN1 gene mutations cause a rare, severe immune disease treatable with cell or tissue transplants.
research Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: Overview and Treatment
The document concludes that Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus has different forms, is influenced by genetic and environmental factors, and can be treated with various medications, but more targeted therapies are needed.
research Alopecia Areata: Genetic and Immunological Insights
Understanding the immune-related causes of Alopecia Areata has led to potential treatments like JAK inhibitors.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Review of Disease Pathogenesis
The cause of Frontal fibrosing alopecia, a type of hair loss, is complex, likely involving immune responses and genetics, but is not fully understood.
research Alopecia Areata Patients Show Deficiency of FOXP3+CD39+ T Regulatory Cells and Clonotypic Restriction of Treg TCRβ-Chain, Highlighting the Immunopathological Aspect of the Disease
Patients with Alopecia areata have fewer specific immune cells that normally regulate the immune system, which may contribute to the condition.