Clinical and Genetic Review of Hereditary Acral Reticulate Pigmentary Disorders [PDF]
Dermatology Research and Practice, 2017 Reticulated pigmentation is a unique pigmentary change caused by a heterogeneous group of hereditary and acquired disorders. This pigmentation is characterized by a mottled appearance, with lesions that vary in size and pigmentary content.
H. Alshaikh, F. Alsaif, S. Aldukhi
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Skin Pigmentation Types, Causes and Treatment—A Review
Molecules, 2023 Human skin pigmentation and melanin synthesis are incredibly variable, and are impacted by genetics, UV exposure, and some drugs. Patients’ physical appearance, psychological health, and social functioning are all impacted by a sizable number of skin ...
Amin Mahmood Thawabteh +4 more
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Effect of a precision cryotherapy device with temperature adjustability on pigmentation
Indian Journal of Dermatology, 2022 Background: Pigmentary skin disorders impair the quality of life, leading to the development of therapeutic modalities. However, these treatments should focus more on effectiveness and safety.
Mi Hee Kwack +5 more
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Mechanism, Formulation, and Efficacy Evaluation of Natural Products for Skin Pigmentation Treatment
PharmaceuticsSkin pigmentation typically arises from the excessive secretion and accumulation of melanin, resulting in a darker complexion compared to normal skin. Currently, the local application of chemical drugs is a first-line strategy for pigmentation disorders,
Xueli Peng +9 more
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Disease-Gene Networks of Skin Pigmentation Disorders and Reconstruction of Protein-Protein Interaction Networks. [PDF]
Bioengineering (Basel), 2022 Melanin, a light and free radical absorbing pigment, is produced in melanocyte cells that are found in skin, but also in hair follicles, eyes, the inner ear, heart, brain and other organs. Melanin synthesis is the result of a complex network of signaling
D'Arcy C +7 more
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Prevention and Treatment of Skin Pigmentation Disorders. [PDF]
J Clin MedPigmentation disorders are conditions that affect the color of a person’s skin [...
Khamaysi Z, Jiryis B.
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Plants as Modulators of Melanogenesis: Role of Extracts, Pure Compounds and Patented Compositions in Therapy of Pigmentation Disorders. [PDF]
Int J Mol Sci, 2022 The kingdom of plants as a “green biofabric” of valuable bioactive molecules has long been used in many ailments. Currently, extracts and pure compounds of plant origin are used to aid in pigmentation skin problems by influencing the process ...
Merecz-Sadowska A +5 more
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The Genetics and Evolution of Human Pigmentation
BiologyHuman skin pigmentation is one of the most visible and variable traits among populations and has been shaped primarily by natural selection in response to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Dorra Guermazi, Elie Saliba
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Addisonian Pigmentation – The Great Mimicker – A Review
Indian Journal of DermatologySkin colour usually depends upon melanin, haemoglobin, and carotenoids. Pigmentary disorders indicate an increased amount of melanin, leading to a darker colour of the skin, called hypermelanosis.
Damini Verma +3 more
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Identification of the Mitf gene mutation causing congenital deafness and pigmentation disorders in porcupines using BSA-Seq. [PDF]
Sci RepWorldwide, congenital deafness and pigmentation disorders impact millions with their diverse manifestations, and among these genetic conditions, mutations in the Microphthalmia-associated transcription factor (MITF: OMIM#156845) gene are notable for ...
Li K, Huo C, Long H, Tang K, Zhang S.
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