TLDR People with hair loss should use strong sun protection to prevent scalp skin cancer.
The document discussed the importance of sun protection for individuals with alopecia due to the reduced natural photoprotective effect of hair. It emphasized that patients with hair loss should use additional sun protection methods such as wearing hats with full scalp coverage, applying SPF 30+ sunscreen, or using handheld umbrellas to minimize UV exposure. It also highlighted that baseball caps, while popular, do not provide adequate photoprotection, particularly for men at risk of androgenetic alopecia, and recommended they be counseled on using more effective sun protection to prevent skin cancer on the scalp.
April 2016 in “JAMA Dermatology” Baseball caps don't fully protect bald spots on the back of the head from sun damage; wear wide-brimmed hats or use sunscreen.
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March 2016 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” The document says that common skin conditions in adult women can be treated effectively, with acne being the most common and early-detected melanoma having a high survival rate.
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January 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The conclusion is that more research is needed to better understand and treat adult acne, and that patient education and simple treatment plans are important for better results.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride, a hair loss drug, is linked to increased suicidal thoughts, particularly when used for hair loss.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride use for hair loss is linked to an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and a higher risk of suicide.
