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A new mutation in the ST14 gene causes a rare skin and hair disorder in a specific family.

A genetic duplication on chromosome 5 was linked to a woman's unique combination of medical conditions.

A cross-bred lamb with severe skin and movement issues had ichthyosis fetalis but normal vitamin A levels.

Experts met to improve care for ichthyosis patients in Spain.

The harlequin ichthyosis mouse mutation causes thick skin and early death, resembling a human skin disorder.

A new genetic change in the keratin 10 gene caused a skin condition called ichthyosis hystrix in a father and his daughter.

Ichthyosis with confetti is a genetic skin disorder with consistent ectodermal malformations and various KRT10 gene mutations.

New genes linked to ichthyosis were found, but there's still no cure; treatment options are improving.

An American Bully with a genetic skin condition improved significantly with specific topical treatments.

New gene identification techniques have improved the understanding and classification of inherited hair disorders.

Hair shaft dysplasias are abnormal hair conditions that can be inherited or acquired and may signal other health issues, with limited treatment options available.

Genetic discoveries are key for understanding, diagnosing, and treating inherited hair and nail disorders.

The cornified envelope is crucial for skin's barrier function and involves key proteins and genetic factors.

The meeting highlighted the importance of genetic testing and multidisciplinary approaches in pediatric dermatology.

The enzyme steroid sulfatase is linked to breast cancer and other conditions, and inhibitors are being developed for treatment.

Symmetrical Acrokeratoderma (SAK) may be a unique skin condition in China, lacking specific treatment and needing long-term monitoring.

A baby from an Indian family had a rare genetic disorder causing no scalp or body hair due to a specific gene deletion.

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."

Combining skin tissue pathology with genetics has greatly improved the diagnosis and understanding of certain skin diseases.

Losing eyelashes or eyebrows can be a sign of many different health problems and needs a careful approach to treat effectively.

Tigason improved hair growth in a boy with monilethrix without side effects.

A specific gene change plus an additional mutation in the same gene cause hereditary trichilemmal cysts.

Some congenital hair disorders improve with age and can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, retinoids, supplements, and gentle hair care, but there's no cure.

The meeting highlighted major advances in skin research, including new findings on skin microbes, genetic links to skin diseases, and improved treatments for various conditions.

Environmental factors can cause mutations in skin proteins, leading to skin disorders.

Mutations in NIPAL4 cause skin issues by disrupting lipid layers, but some improvement is seen with topical treatment.

Ichthyoses are skin disorders causing scales, with treatment depending on type and severity.

The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.

The document concludes that understanding hair structure is key to diagnosing hair abnormalities and recommends gentle hair care for management.