research Lanceolate Hair (Lah): A Recessive Mouse Mutation with Alopecia and Abnormal Hair
Mice with the 'lanceolate hair' mutation have abnormal hair and skin similar to human Netherton's syndrome.
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720-750 / 1000+ resultsresearch Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis Due to a Frameshift Mutation in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Exhibits Extensive Phenotypic Variability Within a Pakistani Family
A specific gene mutation causes varying hair loss severity in a Pakistani family.
research Desmoglein 4 Mutations Underlie Localized Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis in Humans, Mice, and Rats
Mutations in the DSG4 gene cause fragile, sparse hair in humans, mice, and rats.
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 Case Report: Heterozygous Mutation in HTRA1 Causing Typical Cerebral Autosomal Recessive Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy
A heterozygous mutation in HTRA1 can cause severe CARASIL symptoms.
research Marie-Unna Hereditary Hypotrichosis or Autosomal Recessive Hereditary Hypotrichosis with Woolly Hair: The Diagnostic Dilemma of Labeling Cases with Hypotrichosis
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Association of Topical Minoxidil with Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair/Hypotrichosis Caused by LIPH Pathogenic Variants
research Mechanical Forces in Skin Disorders
Skin problems can be caused or worsened by physical forces and pressure on the skin.
research Balding: A New Mutation on Mouse Chromosome 18 Causing Hair Loss and Immunological Defects
A mutation in mice causes hair loss and immune problems.
research First Symposium on Natural Gene Therapy of the Skin
Natural gene therapy shows promise for treating skin disorders like epidermolysis bullosa.
research The Use of High-Density SNP Array to Map Homozygosity in Consanguineous Families to Efficiently Identify Candidate Genes: Application to Woodhouse-Sakati Syndrome
Using SNP array testing helped quickly find the gene causing Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome in two related individuals.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cells for the Treatment of Skin Diseases
Mesenchymal stem cells show promise for treating various skin conditions and may help regenerate hair.
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 Molecular Genetic Dissection of ILVEN Leads to Successful Targeted Therapy
Targeted therapy with Ustekinumab significantly improved a skin condition called ILVEN, which is caused by mutations in the CARD14 gene.
research Research Snippets: Dermatological Genetics and Conditions
New gene mutations linked to skin conditions were found, bacteria and chemicals may worsen acne, a dog mutation could exist in humans, virus-like elements might be involved in psoriasis, and a vitamin D3 treatment doesn't prevent chemotherapy-related hair loss.
research Mutations in the Vitamin D Receptor and Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets
Mutations in the vitamin D receptor cause hereditary vitamin D-resistant rickets, leading to poor bone health and requiring high calcium doses for treatment.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Type 2 Deficiency: Is There a Genotype-Phenotype Correlation? A Review
No consistent link between genotype and phenotype in 5-α-Reductase type 2 deficiency.
research Harlequin Ichthyosis (ICHQ): A Juvenile Lethal Mouse Mutation with Ichthyosiform Dermatitis
The harlequin ichthyosis mouse mutation causes thick skin and early death, resembling a human skin disorder.
research Cellular and Metabolic Basis for the Ichthyotic Phenotype in NIPAL4 (Ichthyin)–Deficient Canines
Mutations in NIPAL4 cause skin issues by disrupting lipid layers, but some improvement is seen with topical treatment.
research Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome: Case Study of a 9-Year-Old Boy
A boy with Sjogren-Larsson syndrome has skin and muscle symptoms due to a specific enzyme deficiency.
research Analysis of the Relationship Between the Mutation Site of the SLC39A4 Gene and Acrodermatitis Enteropathica: A Case Report and Literature Review
New mutations in the SLC39A4 gene found in twins help understand the genetic cause of acrodermatitis enteropathica.
research Retinol Dehydrogenase 12 (RDH12): Role in Vision, Retinal Disease, and Future Perspectives
The enzyme RDH12 plays a role in vision and retinal disease, with mutations leading to early onset visual loss and blindness, but the exact disease mechanism is unclear and there are no treatments yet.
research Topical Minoxidil Improves Congenital Hypotrichosis Caused by LIPH Mutations
Applying minoxidil can help improve hair growth in people with hair loss caused by LIPH gene mutations.
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 Woolly Antics Between the Sheaths
Lipase H is important for hair follicle function and shaping hair fibers.
research CaBP1 and 2 Enable Sustained CaV1.3 Calcium Currents and Synaptic Transmission in Inner Hair Cells
CaBP1 and CaBP2 are important for continuous hearing by preventing inactivation of calcium currents in ear cells, with CaBP2 also able to restore hearing when reintroduced.
research Molecular Basis of Hereditary Hair Diseases
Certain gene variants can cause inherited hair diseases, which are important to diagnose and understand for patient care.
research Evaluation of Hair Structural Abnormalities in Children with Different Neurological Diseases
Hair examination helps diagnose rare neurological diseases in children.
research A Rare Cause of Irrevocable Childhood Alopecia Feigning Alopecia Universalis: Atrichia Congenita With Papular Lesions
An 8-year-old girl has a rare genetic disorder causing complete, irreversible hair loss and skin bumps.
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.