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A new type of pachyonychia congenita linked to a specific keratin gene mutation was found in two Pakistani families.

Hair loss in men is mainly caused by hormones and genes, and while current treatments can slow it down, they can't fully stop it.

New treatments for hair loss are being developed using molecular biology.

The Wnt signaling pathway is not a major factor in the development of keratoacanthoma, a type of skin tumor.

The antibody created from BCC tissues reacts similarly to both BCC and hair follicles, suggesting BCC may come from hair follicle cells.

DNA methylation is essential for skin and hair follicle development, and could be a target for treating skin diseases.

Specialized ribosomes affect aging in human skin cells.

Lichen planopilaris is a rare, chronic condition causing hair loss, mainly in middle-aged women, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent baldness.

Nanotechnology shows promise for better drug delivery and cancer treatment.

Women with the NIH type of PCOS have more obesity and higher risk of diabetes and heart disease than those with other types of PCOS.

Msx and Dlx genes are crucial for development, controlling cell behaviors like growth and differentiation through their roles as gene regulators.

Bone Morphogenetic Proteins (BMPs) help control skin health, hair growth, and color, and could potentially be used to treat skin and hair disorders.

The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of ichthyosis is crucial for treatment and genetic advice, and ongoing research is needed for better therapies.

Stem cell plasticity is crucial for wound healing but can also contribute to cancer development.

New targets for making and using brain-synthesized steroids could lead to better treatments for brain disorders and alcoholism.

Potassium channel openers could help treat cardiovascular diseases and asthma but require better targeting to specific tissues for effective use.

Children with atopic dermatitis often have sleep problems, affecting their growth and behavior.

The tumor suppressor gene FLCN affects mitochondrial function and energy use in cells.

Hidradenitis suppurativa is caused by genetic factors, inflammation, bacteria, hormones, and lifestyle factors like obesity and smoking.

Stress hormone corticosterone blocks a growth factor to slow down hair stem cell activity and hair growth.

The document concludes that targeting the androgen receptor may be a promising breast cancer treatment, especially for certain types.

Lower levels of certain brain chemicals are linked to worse PTSD symptoms in men.

Mice healed without scars as fetuses but developed scars as adults, suggesting scarless healing might be replicated with further research.

Scarring alopecia affects different hair follicle stem cells than nonscarring alopecia, and the infundibular region could be a new treatment target.

FLRG and follistatin have different roles in wound healing.

Advancements in creating skin grafts with biomaterials and stem cells are promising, but more research is needed for clinical application.

A blood pressure drug, diltiazem, may also help treat influenza.

Hair growth is influenced by various body and external factors, and neighboring hairs communicate to synchronize regeneration.

Beard and scalp hair cells have different gene expressions, which may affect beard growth characteristics.

Growing hair follicles have high mitochondrial activity and ROS in specific regions, aiding hair formation.