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Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition treated with corticosteroids, and histologic confirmation is the best diagnosis method.

Parkinson's disease is linked to skin disorders and skin cells help in studying the disease.

Genetics affect early female hair loss, severity depends on duration, and low ferritin levels not significant.

Genetic marker rs12558842 strongly linked to male hair loss.

Lupus can look like hair loss from alopecia areata but needs different treatment.

Hepatitis C virus can cause skin diseases and dermatologists play a crucial role in identifying these conditions.

Some patients may experience temporary total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment with PEG-interferon and ribavirin.

A girl initially thought to have a psychiatric disorder was later found to have a lupus-related condition, which improved with proper treatment.

Some skin disorders might be linked to H. pylori infection, but more research is needed to confirm this.

Some skin conditions are common during pregnancy and can be safely treated without affecting the pregnancy outcome.

Genetic research has advanced our understanding of skin diseases, but complex conditions require an integrative approach for deeper insight.

Diffuse alopecia areata involves more inflammation and higher allergy-related antibodies than patchy types.

Most pregnant women experience skin changes like darkening and itching, while serious skin conditions are rare but need early treatment.

The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.

Minoxidil promotes hair regrowth, but more research needed for effectiveness and response factors.

Topical contact sensitizers can treat certain skin conditions but are rarely used in the U.K.

Alopecia areata involves immune response and gene changes affecting hair loss.

Most patients improved with oral contraceptives, but some needed additional treatment.

The review concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires proper biopsy techniques and understanding the hair growth cycle and underlying causes.

Applying latanoprost on skin can stimulate hair growth with minimal side effects.

Amenorrhea, or the absence of periods, should be evaluated by age 15 or within five years of early breast development, and is most commonly caused by conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome and hypothalamic amenorrhea.

Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.

The four main causes of hair loss in children are fungal infections, pulling out hair, autoimmune hair loss, and stress-related hair shedding.

People with alopecia areata have similar overall death rates as others but higher risks of death from self-harm, psychiatric issues, and lung cancer in certain cases.

Non-immune factors play a significant role in alopecia areata.

Lupus can cause hair loss and nail changes, with treatments available for both.

Skin problems in older people can indicate hormonal diseases, nutritional deficiencies, or conditions like diabetes, menopause, and HIV.

Patients with chronic graft-versus-host disease often have skin problems like vitiligo and alopecia areata.

New treatments for hair loss are showing promise due to better understanding of genetics and the immune system.