research Androgen Receptor Mutations and Polymorphisms in African American Prostate Cancer
African American men with prostate cancer have more androgen receptor mutations, which may lead to more aggressive cancer compared to Caucasian American men.
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research Marie Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis: Identification of a U2HR Mutation in the Family from the Original 1925 Report
Researchers found a gene mutation responsible for a rare hair loss condition.
research Unraveling the Link Between Ectodermal Disorders and Primary Immunodeficiencies
Skin abnormalities can indicate immunodeficiency due to shared origins with the immune system.
research Essential Role of STAT3 Signaling in Hair Follicle Homeostasis
STAT3 signaling is important for healthy skin and hair follicles, and its disruption can lead to skin conditions like atopic dermatitis.
research Case Report: Bi-Allelic Missense Variant in the Desmocollin 3 Gene Causes Hypotrichosis and Recurrent Skin Vesicles
A new genetic change in the DSC3 gene is linked to a rare condition causing hair loss and skin blisters in a child.
research Alopecia Areata Susceptibility Variant Identified by MHC Risk Haplotype Sequencing Reproduces Symptomatic Patched Hair Loss in Mice
A gene variant causes patched hair loss in mice, similar to alopecia areata in humans.
research Alopecia Areata: Probing the Deforestation
The document concludes that doctors should recognize congenital triangular alopecia to avoid unnecessary treatments, as it does not respond to steroids like alopecia areata does.
research Alopecia Areata: Multifactorial Disease Involving Genetic, Environmental, and Autoimmune Factors
Alopecia areata is a complex condition causing hair loss, linked to genetics and immune system issues, and may be related to other autoimmune diseases; treatments vary in effectiveness.
research Primary Generalized Glucocorticoid Resistance or Chrousos Syndrome: Allostasis Through a Mutated Glucocorticoid Receptor
Chrousos Syndrome is caused by mutations that make the body less sensitive to glucocorticoids, leading to various symptoms and requiring high-dose treatment.
research Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.
research The Rotterdam Study: 2018 Update on Objectives, Design, and Main Results
The Rotterdam Study updated findings on elderly health, focusing on heart disease, genetics, lifestyle effects, and disease understanding.
research The Effects of Estrogens on Linear Bone Growth
Oestrogens are key for bone growth during puberty in both boys and girls.
research DrugNet: Network-Based Drug–Disease Prioritization by Integrating Heterogeneous Data
DrugNet effectively identifies new uses for existing drugs and may save resources in drug development.
research Smoking and the Skin: Effects and Therapeutic Potential
Smoking harms the skin, causing early aging and increasing cancer risk, but stopping smoking can improve skin health.
research Variant PADI3 in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Mutations in the PADI3 gene are linked to a higher risk of scarring hair loss in women of African descent.
research Olfactory Receptor OR2AT4 Regulates Human Hair Growth
A certain smell receptor in hair follicles can affect hair growth when activated by a synthetic sandalwood scent.
research Diversification and Specialization of Touch Receptors in Skin
Skin has specialized touch receptors that can tell different sensations apart.
research Gene-Wide Association Study Between the Aromatase Gene (CYP19A1) and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Aromatase gene variation may increase female hair loss risk.
research N-Terminal Functional Domain of Gasdermin A3 Regulates Mitochondrial Homeostasis via Mitochondrial Targeting
Mutations in Gasdermin A3 cause skin inflammation and hair loss by disrupting mitochondria.
research Regeneration of Skin Appendages and Nerves: Current Status and Further Challenges
Progress has been made in skin and nerve regeneration, but more research is needed to improve methods and ensure safety.
research The Role of Lymphocytes in the Development and Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Lymphocytes, especially CD8+ T cells, play a key role in causing alopecia areata, and targeting them may lead to new treatments.
research Role of S-Palmitoylation by ZDHHC13 in Mitochondrial Function and Metabolism in Liver
ZDHHC13 is important for normal liver function and metabolism, affecting mitochondrial activity.
research What Should It Take to Describe a Substance or Product as 'Sperm-Safe'?
Products should be called 'sperm-safe' only after thorough, well-designed tests.
research GWAS for Male-Pattern Baldness Identifies 71 Susceptibility Loci Explaining 38% of the Risk
Researchers found 71 genetic regions linked to male pattern baldness, which account for 38% of its genetic risk.
research Bi-Allelic Mutations in LSS, Encoding Lanosterol Synthase, Cause Autosomal-Recessive Hypotrichosis Simplex
Mutations in the LSS gene cause a rare type of hereditary hair loss.
research The Genetics of Androgenetic Alopecia
Genes and hormones cause hair loss, with four genes contributing equally.
research Generation and Characterization of Rat Liver Stem Cell Lines and Their Engraftment in a Rat Model of Liver Failure
Researchers created rat liver stem cells that could help repair liver failure in rats and may be useful for studying human liver diseases.
research Thyroid Hormone Action on Skin
Thyroid hormone affects skin health, with too little causing rough, pale skin and too much leading to smooth, thin skin, and may also impact wound healing and skin conditions.
research 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 Inhibitors for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
Inhibitors of 11β-HSD1 show potential for treating type 2 diabetes but require more testing for safety and effectiveness.
research Advances in the Management of Cutaneous Toxicities of Targeted Therapies
Targeted cancer therapies often cause skin problems that need careful management to improve patient quality of life and treatment success.