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Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is a poorly understood condition that is hard to treat and causes distressing hair loss.

Skin problems are common after stem cell transplants, and early treatment by dermatologists can improve patient outcomes.

Baldness, especially at the front, may lower the risk of testicular cancer by 31%, but its link to prostate cancer is unclear.

Menopause often leads to lower sexual desire and discomfort during sex, but treatment should be personalized and only if it bothers the woman.

Taking 5-alpha reductase inhibitors does not increase breast cancer risk in men.

Patients with advanced breast cancer and high hormone receptor levels who had surgery for ovarian/pelvic metastases lived longer, especially if they had high estrogen receptor levels.

Adult offspring of sperm donation generally feel positive about their conception and view the donor as their biological father.

Experts agree on the need for standardized definitions and education for post-COVID-19 conditions.

Scalp cooling therapy helps preserve hair during chemotherapy for most patients.

More research is needed to understand sex and racial differences in long COVID.

Natural compounds, especially Withaferin-A, may help treat post-COVID-19 complications, but some may have side effects.

The FDA warned about safety issues with remdesivir and tofacitinib, finasteride is linked to suicidality, potent topical corticosteroids increase osteoporosis risk, henna can cause hemolysis in G6PD deficiency, chemotherapeutic agents can cause adverse reactions, drug interactions are common in cancer patients, ketamine can reduce at-risk drinking, high dose of anticholinergics increases dementia risk in Parkinson's patients, and prenatal exposure to second-generation antipsychotics increases pregnancy complications.

PrEP doesn't increase STI risk in high-risk men, anti-androgen drugs may lower ICU admission for male COVID-19 patients, a 3-point injection is better for crow's feet, and the 'Geriatric-8' tool could help assess frailty in older skin cancer patients.

Getting insurance to cover the hair loss treatment tofacitinib is hard because it's not officially approved for that use.

A new diagnostic tool for Vulvovaginal Lichen Planus is highly accurate, and updated treatments for various skin conditions, including melanoma and Hidradenitis Suppurativa, were discussed.

Orphan drug benefit scores in Germany are influenced by phase III data and lack of alternatives, but not linked to price or discounts.

Cancer rates are increasing in developed countries, with estrogen, aging, low vitamin D3, and HPV infection as common causes.

Some alternative treatments may help with hair loss, but more evidence is needed to confirm their effectiveness.

The document concludes that sex hormones and related compounds have various effects on health, with both potential benefits and risks.

Methotrexate dose has little effect on its toxicity when used with adalimumab for early rheumatoid arthritis.

Tretinoin gel is safe for sun exposure, but tacalcitol doesn't significantly improve non-segmental vitiligo.

In 2007, prostate cancer research improved understanding of risk, diagnosis, and treatment, but also showed heart risks with certain therapies and the need for personalized care.

The document suggests a bacteria plays a significant role in acne rosacea and that white hair can regain color after transplant, meriting more research on reversing grey hair.

Certain skin drugs and topical agents, including some natural extracts and fragrances, can cause allergic reactions. Some hair dyes and extensions, as well as minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, can also cause allergies. Botulinum toxin A can effectively reduce sweat but may have temporary side effects.

Certain drugs can cause lupus, stopping these drugs is the main treatment. NB-UVB phototherapy clears psoriasis faster when applied three times a week. Monoclonal antibodies and oral pimecrolimus are effective in treating psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men. No direct link between low iron and hair loss was found. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and human papillomavirus type 16.

The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.

Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, but it improves after stopping the drug. The glycoprotein D vaccine works against genital herpes in some women, and the HPV-16 vaccine reduces HPV-16 infection and related diseases. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. A cream called imiquimod effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Iron supplements don't necessarily help with chronic hair loss in women.

The document summarizes medical findings on topics like heart rhythm treatment, sleep apnea therapy, and various health conditions and treatments.

The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and highlighted increased risks of diabetes and heart disease for those affected.

COVID-19 leaves 80% of patients with long-term symptoms like fatigue and headaches.