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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60-90 / 1000+ results research Hereditary 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D-Resistant Rickets Due to an Opal Mutation Causing Premature Termination of the Vitamin D Receptor
A specific gene mutation causes vitamin D-resistant rickets and hair loss.
research Electrophysiological Mechanisms of Minoxidil Sulfate-Induced Vasodilation of Rabbit Portal Vein
The study explains how minoxidil sulfate causes vasodilation in rabbits by opening potassium channels and inhibiting calcium channels.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Recent Advances in Understanding and Management
New understanding of the causes of primary cicatricial alopecia has led to better diagnosis and potential new treatments.
research Adult Epidermal Notch Activity Induces Dermal Accumulation of T Cells and Neural Crest Derivatives Through Upregulation of Jagged 1
Activating Notch in adult skin causes T cells and neural crest cells to gather, leading to skin issues.
research Human Hair Growth Deficiency Is Linked to a Genetic Defect in the Phospholipase Gene LIPH
A genetic mutation in the LIPH gene causes hair loss and growth defects.
research Asebia-2J (Scd1ab2J): A New Allele and a Model for Scarring Alopecia
The absence of functional sebaceous glands causes hair follicle destruction and scarring alopecia.
research A Novel Monilethrix Mutation in Coil 2A of KRT86 Causing Autosomal Dominant Monilethrix with Incomplete Penetrance
A new mutation in the KRT86 gene causes a hair disorder with variable expression.
research A Novel Nonsense CDH3 Mutation in Hypotrichosis with Juvenile Macular Dystrophy
A new genetic mutation in the CDH3 gene causes hair loss and eye problems in young people.
research Functional Analysis of VDR Gene Mutation R343H in a Child with Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets with Alopecia
The R343H mutation in the VDR gene causes vitamin D-resistant rickets with alopecia by impairing specific gene activity.
research A Nonsense Variant In KRT31 Is Associated With Autosomal-Dominant Monilethrix
A variant in the KRT31 gene causes a rare hereditary hair disorder called monilethrix.
research Genetics of Progeria and Aging
Progeria, a disease that causes early aging, is linked to a gene mutation and helps us understand normal aging.
research Mechanical Force Activation of TGF-β Signaling Controls Hair Follicle Regression
Muscle around hair follicles controls hair loss by releasing a signal that causes cell death.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Understanding and Management
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition causing fertility issues and other symptoms, with unclear causes and treatments focused on improving insulin sensitivity.
research Wnt/β-Catenin Signaling Promotes Aging-Associated Hair Graying in Mice
A certain signaling pathway in mice, when increased, causes hair to gray by depleting the cells that give hair its color.
research Pediatric Dermatopathology
The book is a detailed guide on children's skin disorders, their causes, and diagnosis, with many images for medical professionals.
research Why Cells Need Iron: A Compendium of Iron Utilization
Iron is essential for many body functions, and its deficiency causes serious health problems.
research Male Hair Loss – What Our Genes Reveal
Genetic research may lead to better ways to predict and treat male-pattern hair loss.
research From Gene to Therapy in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy: Are We There Yet?
Effective treatments for spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy are not yet available; more research is needed.
research Alopecias: Practical Evaluation and Management
The document provides a practical guide for diagnosing and treating various types of hair loss.
research Congenital Hair Loss Disorders: Rare, But Not Too Rare
Some hair loss disorders are caused by genetic mutations affecting hair growth.
research Advances in the Genetic Understanding of Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia
Scientists now better understand the genetics of hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia, leading to more accurate diagnoses and potential new treatments.
research Mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia: Addressing Speculations Through Empirical Evidence
Hair loss in men is mainly caused by hormones and genes, and while current treatments can slow it down, they can't fully stop it.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss and Androgen Excess: A Report From the Multidisciplinary Androgen Excess and PCOS Committee
Use "female pattern hair loss" term, assess androgen excess, treat with minoxidil and other medications if needed.
research Activation of Nrf2 in Keratinocytes Causes Chloracne-Like Skin Disease in Mice
Activating Nrf2 in skin cells causes skin disease similar to chloracne in mice.
research A Null Mutation in the Cystatin M/E Gene of Ichq Mice Causes Juvenile Lethality and Defects in Epidermal Cornification
A gene mutation in mice causes skin defects and early death.
research Evaluation of a Novel Dry Eye Model Induced by Oral Administration of Finasteride
Finasteride causes reduced tear flow and severe eye inflammation.
research Suprabasal Desmoglein 3 Expression in the Epidermis of Transgenic Mice Results in Hyperproliferation and Abnormal Differentiation
Overexpressing Dsg3 in mice skin causes excessive cell growth and abnormal skin development.
research Genetic Ablation of the CDP/Cux Protein C Terminus Results in Hair Cycle Defects and Reduced Male Fertility
Mutant CDP/Cux protein causes hair defects and reduced male fertility in mice.
research Folliculin Interacts With P0071 (Plakophilin-4) and Deficiency Is Associated With Disordered RhoA Signalling, Epithelial Polarization, and Cytokinesis
Folliculin deficiency causes problems with cell division and positioning due to disrupted RhoA signaling and interaction with p0071.