research Homozygous Missense Mutation in the LIPH Gene Causing Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis Simplex in a Chinese Patient
A specific gene mutation causes a rare hair loss condition in a Chinese patient.
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research A Novel Splice Site Mutation in LIPH Identified in a Japanese Patient with Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair
Researchers found a new genetic mutation linked to a hair condition in a Japanese boy.
research Steroid-Resistant Nephrotic Syndrome Associated with Steroid Sulfatase Deficiency—X-Linked Recessive Ichthyosis: A Case Report and Review of Literature
A boy with a rare skin condition and kidney disease improved with cyclosporine after steroids failed, suggesting a new treatment approach.
research Isolated Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis: Genetics, Pathogenesis, and Therapies
Topical minoxidil may help treat a rare genetic hair condition with no fully effective treatments yet.
research Successful Allogeneic Epidermal Grafting of Chronic Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Wounds from Hematopoietic Cell Donors in the Outpatient Setting
Skin grafts from related donors significantly healed chronic wounds in patients with a severe skin condition over a year.
research Botanical Extracts in Combination Improve Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis Caused by LIPH Mutations
Botanical extracts can help treat hair loss in people with certain genetic conditions.
research Differential Expression of Keratin and Keratin-Associated Proteins Linked with Hair Loss in Spontaneously Mutated Inbred Mice
Hair loss in certain mice is linked to changes in keratin-related genes.
research Whole-Genome SNP Genotyping Mapped a Novel Locus for Hereditary Hypotrichosis on Chromosome 2q31.1–q32.2
Researchers found a new area on chromosome 2 linked to a genetic hair loss condition.
research Ichthyosis Follicularis with Alopecia and Photophobia Syndrome (IFAP): A Case Report and Review of the Literature
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
research A Rare Case of Acrodermatitis Enteropathica in a One-Year-Old Child
A one-year-old child with a genetic condition had symptoms improved by treating zinc deficiency.
research The Medusa Head: Dermoscopic Diagnosis of Woolly Hair Syndrome
A man with Woolly Hair Syndrome had very curly, fragile hair, and doctors used a special scalp examination to diagnose him without invasive tests.
research Novel Small-Insertion Mutation in the LIPH Gene in a Patient with Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis
Researchers found a new mutation in the LIPH gene of a woman with a rare hair condition.
research Mechanical Forces in Skin Disorders
Skin problems can be caused or worsened by physical forces and pressure on the skin.
research New Familial Association Between Ocular Coloboma and Loose Anagen Syndrome
Two siblings were the first reported cases of inheriting both eye coloboma and loose anagen syndrome together.
research Alopecia With Vitamin D-Dependent Rickets Type 2A: A Case Report
A child with a rare vitamin D-resistant condition improved with treatment.
research Inherited Hairlessness: A Case Study of Familial Congenital Atrichia
The document concludes that the girl's hairlessness is likely inherited from her parents.
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 Deficiency of the Human Cysteine Protease Inhibitor Cystatin M/E Causes Hypotrichosis and Dry Skin
Not having enough cystatin M/E protein causes less hair growth and dry skin.
research The Disrupted Balance Between Hair Follicles and Sebaceous Glands in Hoxc13-Ablated Rabbits
Rabbits lacking the Hoxc13 gene show similar hair and skin issues to humans with ECTD-9, making them good for research on this condition.
research Lamellar Ichthyosis: One Case Report
Treatment with moisturizers improved the skin condition of a girl with a rare genetic skin disorder.
research Dermatologic Disorders: Congenital and Developmental Skin Conditions in Foals
Foals can have various skin issues, some genetic, immune-related, or due to infections and allergies.
research Clinicopathological Insights into the Phenotypic Variation of Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis/Wooly Hair by c.736T>A LIPH Mutation
The conclusion is that the variation in hair thinness in patients is mostly due to the amount of underdeveloped hairs, and treatments that thicken fine hairs might work for those with mild to severe conditions.
research TERMIS - Americas Toronto, Ontario, Canada July 10-13, 2022
Advancements in skin treatment and wound healing include promising gene therapy, 3D skin models, and potential new therapies.
research Phenotypic Diversity and Mutation Spectrum in Hypotrichosis with Juvenile Macular Dystrophy
Different harmful mutations in the CDH3 gene cause HJMD, but symptoms vary among individuals.
research Vitamin D Resistance: Tissue Resistance to Vitamin D and Vitamin D-Dependent Rickets Types I and II
Some people have genetic mutations that make them resistant to vitamin D, leading to rickets even with enough vitamin D intake.
research Biallelic Variants in Lanosterol Synthase (LSS) Cause Palmoplantar Keratoderma-Congenital Alopecia Syndrome Type 2
Certain genetic changes in the LSS gene cause a rare skin and hair condition.
research Novel Splice Site Mutation in the LIPH Gene in a Patient with Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis: Case Report and Published Work Review
A new mutation in the LIPH gene was found to cause a rare hair disorder in a Japanese boy.
research Advances in the Treatment of Autosomal Recessive Congenital Ichthyosis: A Look Towards the Repositioning of Drugs
Drug repositioning offers hope for new, affordable treatments for a genetic skin disorder called ARCI.
research Biology and Genetics of Hair
The document concludes that understanding the genes and pathways involved in hair growth is crucial for developing treatments for hair diseases.
research Novel Mutations of the ABCA12, KRT1 and ST14 Genes in Three Unrelated Newborns Showing Congenital Ichthyosis
New genetic mutations linked to rare skin disorders were found in three newborns.