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Finasteride and dutasteride are effective in treating male hair loss but can cause sexual side effects and birth defects.

Folliculin deficiency causes problems with cell division and positioning due to disrupted RhoA signaling and interaction with p0071.

Rosacea is a common skin condition mainly causing facial redness.

5 alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride may lower prostate cancer risk and improve cancer screening.

A new mutation in the FLCN gene linked to Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome was found, suggesting people with certain lung collapse should be tested for this mutation and screened for kidney and colon cancer.

A patient with lupus experienced a condition where their immune cells became overactive.

The patient likely has Chrousos syndrome, a rare condition causing insensitivity to glucocorticoids, requiring high-dose dexamethasone treatment.

CT scans can find serious prostate cancer even when PSA levels are low.

A 5-year-old boy was diagnosed with congenital triangular alopecia, a type of hair loss without skin changes, usually starting between ages 2-5, with no specific treatment.

The document lists common and scalp-specific lesions, emphasizing the need for hair restoration surgeons to recognize these and refer patients to a dermatologist if necessary.

Vitamin D receptor helps control hair growth and could be used to treat certain skin tumors.

Disrupting the Flcn gene in mice causes early kidney cysts and tumors, which can be treated with rapamycin.

Sex and sex hormones can affect brain inflammation in Parkinson's disease, with male mice being more affected and female mice showing a protective effect.

Genomic profiling for myeloid cancers can find important inherited mutations, but it's challenging when these mutations aren't related to the patient's symptoms.

Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.

A man with kidney tumors and lung cysts was diagnosed with Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome and treated successfully, with genetic testing confirming the diagnosis.

Early detection of specific skin lesions can help identify Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome and prevent serious complications.

The document concludes that a systematic approach is crucial to identify causes of androgen excess in women beyond the most common cause, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Men with vertex baldness may have a higher risk of developing prostate cancer, but more research is needed to confirm this.

ATP-sensitive K+ channel subunits, particularly Sur2A, play a significant role in various cancers.

Hormonal imbalances during menopause may significantly contribute to Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.

Three specific genetic variants cause severe skin issues in children with EBS, highlighting the need for early genetic screening.

Some leukemia treatments can cause skin reactions similar to keratosis pilaris.

Mutations in mitochondrial DNA might significantly contribute to the development of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.

Adult acne is often related to hormonal disorders, especially in women, and may need long-term treatment involving specialists.

The document encourages attending the 2023 Dermatology Nurses' Association Convention.

Milia may come from the outer part of the hair follicle.

The document concludes that PK/PD modeling is important for determining the safe and effective dosages of drugs.

Generalized vitiligo in Chinese patients is linked to other autoimmune diseases, especially in familial cases.

Trichogerminoma is a rare, benign skin tumor from hair cells, with a small risk of becoming cancerous.