research Hereditary Vitamin D Rickets: A Case Series in a Family
Three siblings with a genetic form of rickets showed different symptoms of the disease.
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research Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy Syndrome (APECED) Due to AIRE T16M Mutation in a Consanguineous Greek Girl
An 11-year-old Greek girl was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, highlighting the importance of genetic testing and family history.
research Severe Cardiac Conduction Abnormalities Associated with Atypical Toxic Shock Syndrome
A boy with toxic shock syndrome had severe heart rhythm problems but recovered with treatment.
research Monilethrix
A 12-year-old girl was diagnosed with monilethrix, a genetic condition causing fragile, beaded hair that breaks easily, with no effective treatment available.
research Rickets with Alopecia: Remission Following a Course of 1-Alpha-Hydroxy Vitamin D3 Therapy
Child with rickets improved with a specific vitamin D therapy, but alopecia did not change.
research Vaginal Bleeding in Pre-Pubertal Females
Recurrent vaginal bleeding in young girls without puberty signs may require a genital exam to find hidden causes.
research Hair Loss in an Adolescent: A Case Study of a 13-Year-Old Girl with Alopecia Areata
The girl with autoimmune hair loss might regrow hair within a year, and treatments can help but not prevent recurrence; dermatologist referral and corticosteroids are recommended.
research Cerebellar Hypoplasia, Hypergonadotrophic Hypogonadism, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Alopecia, Microcephaly, Psychomotor Retardation, and Short Stature: D-CHRAMPS Syndrome
"D-CHRAMPS syndrome" is a newly identified condition with multiple severe symptoms.
research Becker's Nevus Syndrome
Becker's Nevus Syndrome is a rare condition with a skin patch and possible bone and muscle abnormalities, treated mainly for appearance.
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 Varying Presentation of Type 1 Polyglandular Failure in India
In India, most patients with type 1 autoimmune polyglandular failure show symptoms in a specific order, starting with parathyroid gland issues, then yeast infections, and finally adrenal gland failure.
research Monilethrix
A boy with monilethrix has brittle hair that breaks easily due to a genetic condition, which might improve by puberty.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome: A Case Study of a 6-Year-Old Girl
A 6-year-old girl's inability to grow her hair long was due to Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome, which causes hair to shed easily and may improve with age.
research Local Hypertrichosis: A Rare Complication of a Temporary Henna Tattoo
A 5-year-old girl got a rare case of extra hair growth on her arm after a henna tattoo.
research Treatment of Alopecia Totalis, Universalis, and Focalis with Vitamin D and Analogs: Three Case Reports and a Literature Review
Vitamin D might help treat some types of hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Association of Pilonidal Disease with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Adolescent Females
Girls with Pilonidal Disease are more likely to have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, and treating PCOS may reduce the need for PD intervention.
research Epilepsy and Neurodegeneration: Clues in the Hair and Blood Vessels
The document concludes that specific hair and blood vessel abnormalities in infants with seizures and developmental issues may indicate Menkes disease, which lacks a cure and is often fatal by age 3.
research Adolescent's Hair Loss Due to Levetiracetam
A teenager lost hair after starting epilepsy medication levetiracetam.
research Unilateral Straight Hair: A Symptom of Acquired Horner's Syndrome in a Neonate
A baby girl's hair turned straight on one side due to a neck tumor and surgery, but it returned to curly as she recovered.
research Severe Hyperandrogenemia and Insulin Resistance in a 12-Year-Old Girl
A 12-year-old girl with very high testosterone and insulin resistance improved with birth control pills, suggesting PCOS can cause high testosterone without tumors.
research Acne
Acne is a common skin condition linked to diet, hormones, and genetics, and early treatment can prevent scarring.
research A Case of Twenty Nail Dystrophy Affecting a 12-Year-Old Boy
A 12-year-old boy with twenty nail dystrophy, a condition affecting all nails, was treated conservatively due to its self-limiting nature and good prognosis.
research Novel Androgen Receptor Gene Variant Containing a Premature Termination Codon in a Patient with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome
A new genetic change causing early stop in the androgen receptor gene was found in a patient with androgen insensitivity syndrome.
research Experience of Intravenous Calcium Treatment and Long-Term Responses to Treatment in a Patient with Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets Resulting from a Novel Mutation
Intravenous calcium therapy is a safe and effective treatment for a rare type of rickets.
research Answer
Cyclosporine-A can cause excessive hair growth, which usually stops after discontinuing the drug.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Mimicking an Androgen-Secreting Tumor
A young girl with high testosterone was thought to have a tumor but actually had PCOS, which was treated with birth control pills.
research HIV Infection Mimicking Autoimmune Disorder
A girl with symptoms like an autoimmune disorder actually had HIV and a fungal infection, which was hard to diagnose and treat, leading to her death.
research Asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 Infection or COVID-19 Vaccination Effect for Severe Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in a 6-Year-Old Girl: Case Report and Review of the Literature
COVID-19 vaccination may be linked to MIS-C in children, highlighting the need for quick diagnosis and treatment.
research Ovarian Hyperthecosis in Adolescent Females: Two Case Reports and a Review of the Literature
Ovarian hyperthecosis should be considered in young women with severe male-like symptoms and can be managed with hormone treatments.
research Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type 2: A Case-Based Review of a Patient With Alopecia and Rickets
A rare genetic disease causes rickets and often hair loss in young children, which can improve with specific treatments.