research Keratin 17-Related Recessive Atypical Pachyonychia Congenita with Variable Hair and Tooth Anomalies
A new type of pachyonychia congenita linked to a specific keratin gene mutation was found in two Pakistani families.
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research Analogs of Human Genetic Skin Disease in Domesticated Animals
Some domesticated animals have the same genetic skin diseases as humans, which can help doctors understand human genetic mutations.
research Hair, Hormones, and High-Risk Prostate Cancer
Men with a certain baldness pattern at age 40-50 may have a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
research Case Report: Exploring Autosomal Recessive Woolly Hair: Genetic and Scanning Electron Microscopic Perspectives on a Japanese Patient
A genetic mutation in the LIPH gene causes tightly curled hair that stops growing in some Japanese individuals.
research Patched-Associated Tumors: Modifier Genes and Pathogenesis
The document concludes that the development of certain tumors is influenced by genetic background and that a specific gene modification can lead to tumor regression and reduced growth.
research Uncombable Hair Syndrome and Beyond
Uncombable hair syndrome causes frizzy hair and can affect the nervous system, eyes, and ears, often co-occurring with other hair, skin, nail, and teeth conditions, and is linked to three specific gene mutations.
research Comparison of Clinical and Biochemical Markers of Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Study from a Teaching Hospital in Sri Ramachandra Institute, Chennai, India
Women with PCOS have higher levels of certain androgens, which are good at predicting excess hair growth.
research Measurement of Serum Prolactin Level in Vitiligo Patients and Its Correlation with Prolactin Gene Polymorphism
Prolactin levels and gene polymorphism are not linked to vitiligo severity but are related to BMI.
research A Direct Link Between Prss53, Hair Curvature, and Skeletal Dysplasia
The gene Prss53 affects hair shape and bone development in rabbits.
research Androgen Effects on the Skin
Androgens like testosterone affect skin health and can lead to conditions such as acne and hair loss, with various treatments available.
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 NUDT15 R139C-Related Thiopurine Leukocytopenia Is Mediated by 6-Thioguanine Nucleotide-Independent Mechanism in Japanese Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
The NUDT15 R139C variant causes thiopurine-induced leukocytopenia through a different mechanism than previously thought in Japanese patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
research Position Effect on FGF13 Associated with X-Linked Congenital Generalized Hypertrichosis
FGF13 gene changes cause excessive hair growth in a rare condition.
research Genetic Analysis of Interleukin 18 Gene Polymorphisms in Alopecia Areata
Certain IL-18 gene variations may increase the risk of alopecia areata.
research Association Between IL16 Gene Polymorphisms and Susceptibility to Alopecia Areata in the Korean Population
IL16 gene variations may affect the risk of alopecia areata in Koreans.
research The Role of Rs6152 Allele and Non-Genetic Factors in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Pilot Study in the Indonesian Local Population
The rs6152 allele is not a good marker for baldness in the Indonesian population, but family history, age, gender, high blood pressure, and body weight are linked to the risk.
research Inconsistent Effects of Surgical and Chemical Castration on Arterial Baroreceptor Dysfunction and Cardiac and Brainstem Inflammation in Endotoxic Rats
Surgical and chemical castration have varied effects on heart and brain inflammation and artery function in sick rats.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Six Novel Susceptibility Loci for Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Unexpected Association with Common Diseases
Six new genes linked to early hair loss were found, which also surprisingly connect to Parkinson's disease and lower fertility.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Six Novel Susceptibility Loci for Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Unexpected Association with Common Diseases
Six new genes linked to early hair loss were found, which also surprisingly connect to Parkinson's disease and lower fertility.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Six Novel Susceptibility Loci for Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Unexpected Association with Common Diseases
Six new risk spots for early hair loss were found, which also link to Parkinson's disease and lower fertility. Two genes, FOXA2 and HDAC4, could be new treatment targets. Hair loss might also be connected to heart disease, metabolic syndrome, and prostate cancer.
research Siberian Cats Help in Solving Part of the Mystery Surrounding Golden Cats
The CORIN gene variant causes the golden color in Siberian cats.
research Genetics Of Stress Hormone Concentrations In Hair Of Healthy Nursery Pigs And Their Relationship With Back Test Responses
Pig hair cortisol levels are inheritable and linked to stress responses, which could help select for more resilient pigs.
research Role of Collagen VI in Peripheral Nerves and Wound-Induced Hair Regrowth
Collagen VI is crucial for nerve function and affects wound-induced hair regrowth.
research Germline Mutation in ATR in Autosomal-Dominant Oropharyngeal Cancer Syndrome
A specific ATR gene mutation is linked to a hereditary oropharyngeal cancer syndrome.
research The Association Between Interleukin-4 Gene Intron 3 VNTR Polymorphism and Alopecia Areata in Turkish Population
IL-4 gene variation may increase the risk of alopecia areata in Turkish people.
research Genetic Hair and Nail Disorders
Recent progress has been made in understanding inherited hair and nail disorders.
research Genetic and Molecular Aspects of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is mainly caused by genetic factors and increased androgen activity, leading to hair follicle miniaturization.
research Molecular Characterization of HOXC8 Gene and Methylation Status Analysis of Its Exon 1 Associated with the Length of Cashmere Fiber in Liaoning Cashmere Goat
The methylation of the HOXC8 gene's exon 1 affects cashmere fiber length in goats.
research Familial 1q22 Microduplication Associated With Psychiatric Disorders, Intellectual Disability, and Late-Onset Autoimmune Inflammatory Response
A specific genetic change is linked to mental disorders, intellectual disability, and possibly autoimmune disease in a family.
research More Is Not Always Better in Hair Growth Factors: Epidermal Growth Factor Involved in Alopecia Areata Pathogenesis
Too much epidermal growth factor can cause hair loss.