A single gene variation may determine if melanoma metastasizes
Inherited gene variations may dictate how cancers such as melanoma metastasize in an individual’s body, according to a new study.
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by Cory Perla
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Skin barrier gene defect linked to eczema in babies
Filaggrin gene defects may be linked to the development of eczema sooner than previously thought in newborn babies, based on information fro
by Cory Perla
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Identifying hyperhotspots in genome could be key in preventative skin cancer treatment
A new study has identified areas in the human genome that are more sensitive to ultraviolet radiation.
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Higher weight increases risk of psoriasis
Risk for developing psoriasis increases by 9% for each increase in whole BMI number.
by Bianca Quijano
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New genetic variations linked to skin colour identified
A major motivator for the investigators is the historical lack of diversity in genetics research. For example, the first major study on the
by Cory Perla
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Acne: Genetic factors related to pore and hair follicle size may contribute to severity
Twelve new genetic regions were identified in the study, increasing the number of specific genetic regions associated with acne to 15.
by Bianca Quijano
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Lighter skin pigmentation may be caused by rapid genetic evolution
“[This is a] rare example of intense, ongoing adaptation in recent human history and is the first known example of adaptive gene flow at a p
By Bianca Quijano
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Skin cancer: Epidermal tissue may be more resilient to mutations
The investigators also analyzed the effect of sun exposure on cell mutations. Very low doses of ultraviolet light—below sunburn level—were s
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