research A Rare Case of Woolly Hair with Unusual Associations
The document reports a unique case of woolly hair with a combination of conditions not previously seen together.
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No effective treatment exists to stimulate hair growth in atrichia with papular lesions.
research Towards a Molecular Understanding of Hair Loss and Its Treatment
Future hair loss treatments should aim to extend hair growth, reactivate resting follicles, reverse shrinkage, and possibly create new follicles, with gene therapy showing promise.
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 Response to: Rethinking Biotin Therapy for Hair, Nail, and Skin Disorders
The authors agree that biotin may help certain hair disorders but lacks evidence for use in healthy people and call for more research.
research Short Anagen Syndrome
Short anagen syndrome involves a hair growth phase lasting 1.5 years.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Identification Of Four Genetic Risk Loci And Evidence For The Contribution Of WNT Signaling To Its Etiology
Four genetic risk spots found for hair loss, with WNT signaling involved and a link to curly hair.
research Mutations in the Desmoglein 4 Gene Are Associated with Monilethrix-Like Congenital Hypotrichosis
Mutations in the DSG4 gene can cause a rare hair disorder similar to monilethrix.
research Advances in the Genetic Understanding of Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia
Scientists now better understand the genetics of hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia, leading to more accurate diagnoses and potential new treatments.
research Novel Splicing-Site Mutation in DCAF17 Gene Causing Woodhouse-Sakati Syndrome in a Large Consanguineous Family
A new mutation in the DCAF17 gene was found to cause Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome in a large family.
research Neurological Presentation of Psittacosis During a Small Outbreak in Leicestershire
A woman showed neurological symptoms from psittacosis linked to bird exposure, improving after antibiotic treatment.
research Sparse Hair in a Female Toddler
Iron supplements may reverse premature graying in iron-deficient individuals; ingrown nails are common in diabetics with certain risk factors; topical finasteride may reduce scalp DHT as effectively as oral finasteride; monilethrix treatment is challenging but some medications can help.
research Odd-Looking Hair and Progressive Alopecia in Mother and Son
Mother and son diagnosed with a rare genetic hair loss condition with no effective treatment.
research Two Females With Hair Loss
A mother and daughter have a rare genetic hair loss disorder with no effective treatment.
research Hair Restoration Surgery in Asians
Asian hair restoration surgery requires different methods due to the unique characteristics of Asian hair, such as its sparseness and coarseness.
research Woolly Hair in Two Siblings
Two siblings have a rare genetic condition causing curly, coarse hair.
research Central States Dermatological Society: A Case of Lipoid Proteinosis in a 5-Year-Old Girl
A 5-year-old girl has lipoid proteinosis, causing voice issues, hair thinning, skin lesions, and tongue movement problems.
research Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for children with hair loss to prevent permanent damage, although not all conditions can be effectively treated.
research A Patient with Diffuse Hair Loss
The patient's hair loss is most likely due to diffuse alopecia areata.
research A Case of Familial Trichomegaly with Synophrys in Association with Loose Anagen Syndrome
A 17-year-old girl and her brothers have a rare hair condition with long eyelashes, thick eyebrows, and easily pluckable hair.
research Bimatoprost Solution 0.03% Topical Application to the Eyelid Margin for the Treatment of Eyelash Hypotrichosis
Bimatoprost solution 0.03% is effective for treating sparse eyelashes.
research A Novel Pathogenic Variant of NECTIN4 Gene in a Child With Ectodermal Dysplasia-Syndactyly Syndrome
A child with ectodermal dysplasia-syndactyly syndrome has a new mutation in the NECTIN4 gene.
research Clouston Syndrome: Report of a Jordanian Family with GJB6 Gene Mutation
A Jordanian family with Clouston syndrome has a common GJB6 gene mutation.
research Folliculocentric Papules and Alopecia in a 70-Year-Old Woman Diagnosed with Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome
A 70-year-old woman with a rare skin condition improved after treatment with topical steroids and acitretin.
research Disorders of the Scalp and Hair
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
research Short Anagen Hair With Persistent Synchronized Pattern of Scalp Hair Growth
A boy had unusual synchronized hair growth with short active growth phases, not fitting known hair disorders.
research Significant Relationship Between Temporal Hair Loss and Other Scalp Areas in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Temporal hair loss relates to overall scalp hair loss in women.
research Laser Hair Removal in Alopecia Areata of the Scalp: A Novel Therapeutic Approach
Laser hair removal can be an effective last-resort treatment for men with stubborn Alopecia Areata who want to be uniformly bald.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Women of African Descent
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Ethnic Populations
Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.