research Hair Shaft Abnormalities: Clues to Diagnosis and Treatment
Hair problems can be caused by genetics or the environment, and treatment should focus on the cause and reducing hair damage.
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research A Splice Variant in KRT71 Is Associated with Curly Coat Phenotype of Selkirk Rex Cats
A gene variant in KRT71 causes the curly fur in Selkirk Rex cats.
research Trichoscopy in Hair Shaft Disorders
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders without pulling out hair.
research FOXN1 Deficiency: From the Discovery to Novel Therapeutic Approaches
New treatments for immune disorders caused by FOXN1 deficiency are promising.
research Type I Keratin 17 Protein Is Phosphorylated on Serine 44 by p90 Ribosomal Protein S6 Kinase 1 in a Growth- and Stress-Dependent Fashion
Keratin 17 is modified by RSK1 in response to growth and stress, affecting skin growth and stress response.
research Mechanism of TAp73 Inhibition by ΔNp63 and Structural Basis of p63/p73 Hetero-Tetramerization
ΔNp63α stops TAp73β from working in skin cancer by blocking its access to specific genes, not by directly interacting with it.
research Management of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia During Pregnancy
With careful management, people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia can have successful pregnancies and become parents.
research The Diagnosis of Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Due to 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency Based on Serum Basal or Post-ACTH Stimulation 17-Hydroxyprogesterone Can Lead to False-Positive Diagnosis
Using 17-hydroxyprogesterone levels to diagnose nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia can result in many incorrect diagnoses.
research Monilethrix Treated with Minoxidil
Minoxidil 2% effectively treats Monilethrix without side effects.
research Integrative Analysis of Rare Copy Number Variants and Gene Expression Data in Alopecia Areata Implicates an Etiological Role for Autophagy
The research suggests that autophagy-related genes might play a role in causing alopecia areata.
research Molecular Pathology of Skin Adnexal Tumors
New markers and pathways have been found in skin tumors, helping better understand and diagnose them.
research Taking Advantage of Phenotype Variability in a Local Animal Genetic Resource: Identification of Genomic Regions Associated with the Hairless Phenotype in Casertana Pigs
Researchers found two genes that may explain why some Casertana pigs don't have hair.
research Characterization of X-Linked Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia Hair and Sweat Gland Phenotypes Using Phototrichogram Analysis and Live Confocal Imaging
People with X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia have no sweat ducts and less, thinner hair.
research Vitamin D Receptor-Mediated Control of Soggy, Wise, and Hairless Gene Expression in Keratinocytes
Vitamin D receptor helps control hair growth genes in skin cells.
research Finasteride-Induced Pseudoporphyria
Finasteride caused blisters on hands and feet.
research Cutaneous Transcriptome Analysis in NIH Hairless Mice
Key genes linked to hair growth and cancer were identified in hairless mice.
research T-Flavanone Improves Male Pattern Hair Loss by Enhancing Hair-Anchoring Strength: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
t-Flavanone helps improve male pattern hair loss by making hair roots stronger.
research Hair Graying and Loss Induced by Imatinib Mesylate
A woman's hair turned gray and fell out after starting a cancer drug called imatinib mesylate.
research Testicular Steroidogenesis: Production and Regulation of Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone
Genetic defects in testosterone production can cause hormonal and developmental disorders, and more research is needed to understand androgen regulation and develop safer treatments.
research Unusual Presentation of Denys-Drash Syndrome in a Girl with Undisclosed Consumption of Biotin
A girl with Denys-Drash syndrome was misdiagnosed due to biotin affecting her hormone test results.
research Polyglandular Syndrome Type 1 Complicated with Dilated Cardiomyopathy: A Case Report
A 27-year-old with APS-1 showed improvement in symptoms after treatment.
research Lrig1-Expressing Epidermal Progenitors Require SCD1 to Maintain the Dermal Papilla Niche
Hair growth-related cells need the enzyme SCD1 to help maintain the area that supports hair growth.
research Risk of Autoimmune Diseases in Patients with RASopathies: Systematic Study of Humoral and Cellular Immunity
Patients with RASopathies have a higher risk of autoimmune disorders and should be routinely screened.
research Australian Hair and Wool Research Society Cutaneous Biology and Endocrinology Workshop
The workshop highlighted the genetic links and psychological impacts of hair loss and skin disorders.
research Data from Targeting Superficial or Nodular Basal Cell Carcinoma with Topically Formulated Small Molecule Inhibitor of Smoothened
The treatment was ineffective in humans.
research Disorders of Keratinization
The chapter explains that there are many genetic skin disorders affecting skin cell formation, including both common and rare types.
research Molecular Principles of Hair Follicle Induction and Morphogenesis
Hair follicle development is controlled by interactions between skin tissues and specific molecular signals.
research Steroid Sulfatase: Molecular Biology, Regulation, and Inhibition
The enzyme steroid sulfatase is linked to breast cancer and other conditions, and inhibitors are being developed for treatment.
research Large-Scale Genome-Wide Meta-Analysis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Suggests Shared Genetic Architecture for Different Diagnosis Criteria
The research found that PCOS has common genetic factors regardless of how it is diagnosed and is linked to metabolic and reproductive issues.
research Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions to Drugs
Some drugs can cause rare but potentially deadly skin reactions, and early treatment and avoiding the drug again are key.