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The enzyme that changes testosterone to a stronger form is mostly found in the part of the hair follicle called the dermal papilla.

JAK inhibitors show promise for treating skin and hair disorders but need more research on long-term safety and effectiveness.

Testosterone replacement therapy can prevent men from fathering children and should not be used by those wanting to stay fertile.

Androgens may block hair growth signals, targeting this could treat hair loss.

SCF and c-Kit decrease in AGA hair follicles, possibly affecting hair pigmentation and growth.

Adrenal disorders can cause lasting brain and behavior issues in children.

Two patients with porphyria cutanea tarda experienced their grey hair turning dark again.

A woman with breast cancer developed a rare condition causing excessive fine hair growth on her face and body.

Hormones, nutrition, and seasonal changes regulate hair growth cycles, with androgens extending growth phases and factors like aging and malnutrition affecting hair loss and thinning.

Some treatments like intralesional steroids and 5α-reductase inhibitors are effective for frontal fibrosing alopecia, but more research is needed.

Lichen planopilaris mostly affects women with fair skin and can look different on each person, needing early treatment to prevent hair loss.

Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders without pulling out hair.

A male with aromatase deficiency improved bone health with estradiol treatment.

More pediatric-specific research and guidelines are needed to improve hidradenitis suppurativa treatment in children and adolescents.

Losing eyelashes or eyebrows can be a sign of many different health problems and needs a careful approach to treat effectively.

Eccrine sweat gland's clear cells likely cause excessive sweating in hyperhidrosis.

Prolactin may affect hair growth differently based on gender and scalp area.

A woman with dermatomyositis showed rare skin symptoms, was treated successfully, and her case suggests checking for cancer in similar patients.

Autoimmune diseases can cause hair loss, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent damage.

Scalp cooling is the most effective FDA-approved method to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss, but more research is needed for other treatments.

Some treatments work for common baldness, but there's less evidence for other hair loss types, and more research is needed.

The U.S. military's teledermatology program was effective in providing fast and successful skin care in remote locations, preventing unnecessary evacuations.

Madarosis is the loss of eyelashes and eyebrows due to various health issues and requires thorough examination to diagnose and treat the underlying cause.

Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.

Women with severe types of PCOS are more likely to have metabolic syndrome, and belly fat is a key predictor of this risk.

Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Combining laser hair removal with topical eflornithine is recommended for better results in treating unwanted facial hair.

Women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of certain androgens, suggesting increased androgen exposure to hair follicles.

Steroidogenic isoenzymes may help improve treatments for common hair loss.

Both immature and mature fat cells are important for hair growth cycles, with immature cells promoting growth and mature cells possibly inhibiting it.