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A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.

Better-designed, long-term studies are needed to optimize treatment for trichotillomania and trichophagia.

Some natural remedies may help with hair regrowth, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.

The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.

The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.

Some plant-based chemicals may help with hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.

Hair transplant surgery can successfully treat hair loss at the back of the neck.

The document outlines a method for diagnosing hair loss and suggests specific treatments based on the diagnosis.

Trichotillomania treatment is most successful with a mix of behavioral therapy, medication, and social support.

Low-dose oral minoxidil is effective and well-tolerated for treating hair loss.

Oral minoxidil is effective for various hair loss types and may improve male sexual function, but aspirin can reduce its effectiveness.

Minoxidil is effective for promoting hair growth and has various dermatological uses.

Nanocarriers with plant extracts show promise for safe and effective hair growth treatment.

New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.

Patients with skin of color are more likely to use supplements for hair loss than Caucasian patients, but the effectiveness of these supplements is uncertain and they can be expensive.

Hair loss can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and others, but there are still gaps in effectiveness and off-label usage is increasing.

Trichoscopy is a reliable method for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders quickly and non-invasively.

Oral minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for patterned hair loss.

New regenerative treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research for confirmation.

An 11-year-old girl with compulsive hair pulling was successfully treated with therapy and medication.

Microneedles could be a better and easier way to regrow hair.

The COVID-19 pandemic led to more hair loss and skin irritation among Iraqi women, with some skin conditions increasing and others decreasing.

Lipedema is a painful fat disorder in women that's hard to treat, often worsens with hormonal changes, and requires symptom-focused therapies.

Using camphorated and mentholated chlorophenol in dental treatments can lead to severe gastrointestinal issues and hair and nail loss.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Iraqi women experienced more hair loss and certain skin conditions, while contagious skin infections decreased.

Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.

Early subungual melanoma might be treated with less aggressive surgery because it invades the skin under the nail more slowly.

The document concludes that a thorough history, physical exam, and specific tests are crucial for diagnosing and managing hair loss effectively.

Trichotillomania is a challenging-to-treat impulse-control disorder where individuals pull out their hair, more common in females, with some treatments showing benefits.

Gender affects hair and scalp characteristics, with differences in hormone responses, graying patterns, and trace metals.