research 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D Resistance, Rickets, and Alopecia
A genetic defect in vitamin D receptors causes severe rickets and hair loss in children, but some heal as they age.
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research Clinical and Genetic Findings in a Chinese Family with VDR-Associated Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets
A Chinese family had a child with a specific gene mutation causing vitamin D-resistant rickets, but the child improved with calcium and low-dose calcitriol.
research Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Caused by Skin Hypersensitivity to Monosulfiram
A woman's severe skin reaction was caused by an allergy to a skin treatment.
research Growth Factors and Cytokines in Hair Follicle Development and Cycling: Recent Insights from Animal Models and the Potentials for Clinical Therapy
Growth factors and cytokines are important for hair growth and could potentially treat hair loss, but more research is needed to overcome challenges before they can be used in treatments.
research Protection Against Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
No treatment fully prevents hair loss from chemotherapy yet.
research Prolactin Delays Hair Regrowth in Mice
Prolactin slows down hair growth in mice.
research Conversion of the Nipple to Hair-Bearing Epithelia by Lowering Bone Morphogenetic Protein Pathway Activity at the Dermal-Epidermal Interface
Blocking a specific protein signal can make hair grow on mouse nipples.
research Pregnancy and Skin: Changes and Dermatoses
Most skin changes during pregnancy are harmless and temporary, but some can risk the fetus and need careful treatment.
research A Descriptive Study of Alopecia Patterns and Their Relation to Thyroid Dysfunction
Hair loss is often linked to thyroid problems, especially in women and older people, and screening for thyroid issues is advised for those with hair loss.
research Diffuse Alopecia in a Hemodialysis Patient Caused by a Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin, Tinzaparin
A hemodialysis patient's hair loss was caused by the drug tinzaparin but stopped after switching to a different drug.
research Hemiagenesis of the Thyroid Gland Detected by Coincidence: What Is the Clinical Relevance?
THA is a rare condition with no significant clinical consequences if thyroid function is normal.
research Testosterone- and Cortisol-Secreting Adrenocortical Oncocytoma: An Unusual Cause of Hirsutism
A woman's excessive hair growth was caused by a rare benign tumor in her adrenal gland, which was successfully removed.
research Spatial And Temporal Control Of Laminin-511 And -332 Expressions During Catagen
Laminin-511 may help promote hair growth, while laminin-332 does not affect hair loss.
research Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: The Urgent Need for Treatment Options
There is an urgent need for better treatments for hair loss caused by chemotherapy.
research Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets in Lebanese Patients: The p.R391S and p.H397P Variants Have Different Phenotypes
Two different mutations in the vitamin D receptor gene cause different symptoms and responses to treatment in Lebanese patients with hereditary rickets.
research Correlation of Symptoms to Serum Vitamin D Levels
Low vitamin D levels are linked to symptoms like muscle cramps, fatigue, and hair loss.
research Endocrinology, Brain, and Pituitary Gland
Hormones control reproduction and are crucial for body balance.
research Investigating the Relationship Between the Hair Fiber Proteome and Hair Quality
Hair quality is genetically determined and linked to its composition and strength.
research Rickets with Alopecia Signals Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type II
A child with rickets and hair loss might have a rare type of rickets that doesn't improve much with usual vitamin D and calcium treatment.
research A Childhood Case of Trichotillomania Associated with Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Stigmatization Due to Outstanding Red Hair
A girl with red hair developed hair-pulling and body image disorders after being bullied for her hair color.
research Role of Nutrition in the Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle help manage PCOS symptoms.
research Vitamin D and Skin: A Review and Update
Vitamin D is important for skin health and can help treat and prevent various skin conditions.
research Investigation of Dermatological Manifestations in Maintenance Hemodialysis Patients
Patients on long-term hemodialysis often have skin problems related to their treatment.
research Biotin - Facts and Hopes
Biotin is important for health, but taking extra usually doesn't help unless you're deficient.
research Association of Myotonic Dystrophy with Autoimmune Endocrinopathies and Thyroid Carcinoma
A patient with myotonic dystrophy had several autoimmune disorders and thyroid cancer, suggesting a possible link between these conditions.
research My First Terrible Diagnosis
The medical student learned to balance medical knowledge with empathy when delivering difficult news to patients.
research Alopecia Areata Developing in Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, an Autoimmune Disease
A woman with type 2 diabetes developed alopecia areata, suggesting a link between the two autoimmune conditions.
research Salt-Losing Tubulopathy and Chronic Dermatitis
Genetic testing for EGFR mutations is crucial in similar cases.
research Case of Epidermolytic Ichthyosis with a Novel L157P Mutation in KRT10 Complicated by Hypercalcemia
A man with a rare skin condition and a new gene mutation developed high calcium levels due to his treatment.
research Novel Drugs Targeting Retinoic Acid Receptors
Newer retinoid drugs are effective for skin conditions but have significant side effects.